Araras Travel Guide
Petrópolis
Popular places to visit
Crystal Palace
Admire the design of this French-built glasshouse, relax in its pleasant garden and attend cultural events such as art exhibits and concerts.
Imperial Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Imperial Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Petrópolis. Discover the area's museums and monuments.
Cathedral of Saint Peter of Alcantara
See the tombs of a former imperial family, the relics of revered saints and a stunning series of stained-glass windows at this 19th-century church.
Vale das Videiras
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Vale das Videiras during your travels in Petrópolis.
Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava during your visit to Petrópolis. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Itaipava Market
You can enjoy retail therapy at Itaipava Market during your stay in Bom Sucesso.
Things to do
Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch
Guided Tour to the Imperial Cida of Petrópolis with Lunch
Petrópolis City Tour with Lunch and Bohemia Brewery Option
Hiking Adventure in Serra dos Órgãos National Park from Rio
Top hotels in Araras
Kastel Itaipava Centro Hotel
The room was so noisy and made me wake up at 6:00 am
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2018
Villa Itaipava Resort & Conventions
Room is spacious king size bed but two single beds together. Breakfast is very good, internet not so good, had to go out of the room to connect. Good restaurant with good dining options, outside area of the hotel is nice
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2022
Hotel Granja Brasil Resort
There's a great deal of construction going on here, but the hotel itself is wonderful.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2023
Pousada das Araras
Pousada boa, mas o restaurante é ruim, Os travesseiros são duros.
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2019
Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia
Beautiful location the staff was excellent so welcoming will come back
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025
Kastel Petrópolis
The staff was amazing and the cleanliness of the rooms was fantastic!
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Araras
Fazenda Inglesa
While Fazenda Inglesa may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bohemia Brewery and Crystal Palace.
Moura Brasil
When in Moura Brasil, you can plan a visit to Crystal Palace and Bohemia Brewery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Carangola
When in Carangola, you can plan a visit to Palace of Grão-Pará and Imperial Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Cascata do Imbuí
Cascata do Imbuí might not have many top sights, but Itaipava Market and Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Retiro II
While Retiro II isn't home to many top sights, Petropolis Municipal Park and Imperial Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Cascatinha
If you're spending some time in Cascatinha, Serra dos Orgãos National Park and Piabanha River are top sights worth seeing.
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