Araras Travel Guide
Tourist 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.
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 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.
Vale das Videiras
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Vale das Videiras during your travels in Petrópolis.
Itaipava Market
You can enjoy retail therapy at Itaipava Market during your stay in Bom Sucesso.
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.
Activities
Petropolis Bohemia: Historic tour and visit to the Bohemian Brewery
Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch
Historic Petrópolis From Rio: The Imperial City –Palaces, Architecture & Culture
Best Private Tour of Petropolis with Imperial Museum
Private Petropolis Day Tour from Rio de Janeiro
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Other neighbourhoods around Araras
Moura Brasil
While visiting Moura Brasil, you might make a stop by sights like Tinguá Biological Reserve and Piabanha River.
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.
Carangola
When in Carangola, you can plan a visit to Cathedral of Saint Peter of Alcantara 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.
Vargem Grande
You might make a stop by Tinguá Biological Reserve while you're exploring Vargem Grande.
Estrada da Saudade
While there might not be top attractions in Estrada da Saudade, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Imperial Museum and Cathedral of Saint Peter of Alcantara.