What to do in Petrópolis

Activities, attractions and tours
Cathedral of Saint Peter of Alcantara

Petrópolis Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Petrópolis has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Petrópolis is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Petrópolis to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Petrópolis Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Petrópolis.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Petrópolis attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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Discover the most popular places to visit in Petrópolis

Explore areas of Petrópolis

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Itaipava

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Itaipava. You might want to make time for a stop at Castelo de Itaipava or Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal Park.

Itaipava
Imperial Museum

Historic Center

Historic Center is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Imperial Museum and Cathedral of Saint Peter of Alcantara.

Historic Center
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Araras

While visiting Araras, you might make a stop by sights like Itaipava Market and Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal Park.

Araras
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Corrêas

While visiting Corrêas, you might make a stop by sights like Serra dos Orgãos National Park and Piabanha River.

Corrêas
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Nogueira

While visiting Nogueira, you might make a stop by sights like Nogueira Lake and Piabanha River.

Nogueira
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Quitandinha

Travelers like the historic sites in Quitandinha, and Quintandinha Palace is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Quitandinha

Day trip destinations from Petrópolis