Vargem Grande Travel Guide
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.
Yellow Palace
Join a guided tour to discover the history and secrets of this yellow-hued palace building, which serves as the city hall of Petrópolis.
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.
Things to do
Private Petrópolis -Imperial Museum,dummont house,Cristal Palace,S.Pedro Church
Private Petropolis Day Tour from Rio de Janeiro
Historic Petrópolis From Rio: The Imperial City –Palaces, Architecture & Culture
Petropolis Imperial - Discover the main attractions of the Imperial City
Experience the Grandeur of Petropolis on a Private Tour
Serra dos Orgaos National Park – EcoTour
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Other neighbourhoods around Vargem Grande
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
While visiting Moura Brasil, you might make a stop by sights like Tinguá Biological Reserve and Piabanha River.
Araras
If you're spending some time in Araras, Itaipava Market and Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava are top sights worth seeing.
Quitandinha
Travellers like the historical sites in Quitandinha, and Quintandinha Palace is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Valparaíso
If you're spending some time in Valparaíso, Vale do Paraíba and House of Santos Dumont Museum are top sights worth seeing.