Petrópolis
About 1 hr 15 min by car from Rio de Janeiro
The imperial summer city in the mountains, with palaces and cooler air.
Why locals go
Mountain air and history close to home.
Visiting Rio de Janeiro?
At 1 hr 15 min by car, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in Rio de Janeiro for your flight home.
What to book
- Imperial Museum
- Crystal Palace
- Brewery tour at Bohemia
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Mountain pousada
- Dinner in Itaipava
With friends
- Brewery tour
- Hike in Serra dos Órgãos
When to go
May to September.