Alto da Serra
Popular places to visit
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.
Vale do Cuiabá
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Vale do Cuiabá during your travels in Petrópolis. Amble around the area's parks or visit its 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.
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.
Quintandinha Palace
You can find out about the history of Petrópolis when you stop by Quintandinha Palace. Amble around the area's rainforest or experience its museums.
Itapaiva Castle
Itapaiva Castle is just one of the places to see in Petrópolis, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the rainforest or discover the area's mountain views.
Things to do
Experience the Grandeur of Petropolis on a Private Tour
Hiking Adventure in Serra dos Órgãos National Park from Rio
Top hotels in Alto da Serra
![Hotel Bomtempo Itaipava](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4190000/4188500/4188423/ef7491b3_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2021
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Reviewed on 20 May 2024
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Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024
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Reviewed on 30 Nov 2022
![Intercity Teresopolis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7840000/7831300/7831284/6964ab8d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2023
![Kastel Petrópolis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90210000/90208500/90208444/2446b473_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2023
Other neighbourhoods around Alto da Serra
![Petropolis](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/191000/191373-Petropolis-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Valparaíso
If you're spending some time in Valparaíso, House of Santos Dumont Museum and Vale do Paraíba are top sights worth seeing.
![Imperial Museum](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/191000/191363-Petropolis-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Historic Center
Historic Center is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Imperial Museum and Cathedral of Saint Peter of Alcantara.
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Chácara Flora
While there might not be top attractions in Chácara Flora, you can explore the larger area and discover places like House of Santos Dumont Museum and Casa Stefan Zweig.
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Quitandinha
Travellers like the historical sites in Quitandinha, and Quintandinha Palace is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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Duques
If you're spending some time in Duques, Armas Historicas Ferreira da Cunha Museum and Ferreira da Cunha Museum of Arms are top sights worth seeing.
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Moura Brasil
While visiting Moura Brasil, you might make a stop by sights like Tinguá Biological Reserve and Piabanha River.