São Sebastiao Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Imperial Museum

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.

Imperial Museum
Cathedral of Saint Peter of Alcantara

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.

Cathedral of Saint Peter of Alcantara
Yellow Palace

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.

Yellow Palace

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.

Crystal Palace

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.

Quintandinha Palace

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.

Itapaiva Castle

Activities

Petrópolis

Petrópolis

AU$97
per adult
Petrópolis
Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

AU$59
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
Petropolis Imperial - Discover the main attractions of the Imperial City

Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch

AU$81
per adult
Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch
Historic Petrópolis From Rio: The Imperial City –Palaces, Architecture & Culture

Historic Petrópolis From Rio: The Imperial City –Palaces, Architecture & Culture

AU$725
per adult
Historic Petrópolis From Rio: The Imperial City –Palaces, Architecture & Culture
The Imperial Museum in Petrópolis

Private Petropolis Day Tour from Rio de Janeiro

AU$289
per adult
Private Petropolis Day Tour from Rio de Janeiro
Petropolis Bohemia: Historic tour and visit to the Bohemian Brewery

Petropolis Bohemia: Historic tour and visit to the Bohemian Brewery

AU$88
per adult
Petropolis Bohemia: Historic tour and visit to the Bohemian Brewery
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Our pick of the best São Sebastiao Hotel Deals

Casa Indaiá
Casa Indaiá
3 out of 5
R. Custódio Ferreira da Costa, Petrópolis, RJ
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Petrópolis. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Free Flight Ramp of Simeria and Casa do Colono Alemao ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Estadia Incrível
"A estadia foi simplesmente maravilhosa! O local é super tranquilo e fácil de chegar. As acomodações são excelentes, com todos os itens que precisamos para uma estadia confortável. Além disso, a estrutura do lugar é fantástica, com academia, piscina, hidromassagem, sauna e até campo de futebol. A ..."

Reviewed on 6 Mar. 2025

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Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia
Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia
3.5 out of 5
BR 040, Km 56, Itaipava, Petrópolis, RJ
The price is AU$61 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
AU$61
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star spa castle in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Hiding Gem Hotel in Brazil , Beautiful Historical Hotel with well trained staff. Specially thanks for property manager Roberta who gave us superb hospitality experience, Each suit has own design. We feel alike staying in between amazing nature and historical castle. Also thanks for Juliana being ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jan. 2025

Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia
Hotel Bomtempo Itaipava
Hotel Bomtempo Itaipava
3.5 out of 5
Estrada Correia da Veiga, 873, Petrópolis, RJ
The price is AU$43 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
AU$43
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (531 reviews)
Ok, parte adulta excelente. Parte infantil nao...
"Excelente local, infra estrutura para adultos excelente. Fomos em all inclusive e fomos surpresos pela qualidade da comida (bebidas nao inclusas). Piscinas adultos e infantis enormes com spa e ofuro para adultos. Porem a parte infantil encontrava-se sem manutencao, aparentando abandonada. Esse foi ..."

Reviewed on 23 Dec. 2021

Hotel Bomtempo Itaipava
Plage Hotel
Plage Hotel
3 out of 5
Praia da Guanabara 1391, Ilha do Governador, Rio de Janeiro
The price is AU$59 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
AU$59
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Guanabara Bay and Praia da Bica are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (156 reviews)
"The workers woke me up out of my sleep just to replace a broken key. It could’ve waited until I got up. This caused me to be extremely tired for an event I was trying to get rest for. Very unprofessional. Other than that everything in the room is either old or broken, the breakfast sucks, and the ..."

Reviewed on 3 Mar. 2025

Plage Hotel
Hotel Caracas Rio
Hotel Caracas Rio
3 out of 5
Praia da Guanabara, 633, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is AU$64 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
AU$64
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Guanabara Bay and Praia da Bica are ...
6.8/10 (28 reviews)
"Neighborhood is not bad"

Reviewed on 4 Mar. 2025

Hotel Caracas Rio
Mont Blanc Suites Duque de Caxias
Mont Blanc Suites Duque de Caxias
3 out of 5
Avenida Brigadeiro Lima e Silva 1065, Duque de Caxias
The price is AU$101 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
AU$101
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Duque de Caxias. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Igreja da Penha and Praia ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (237 reviews)
"I was in transit, for one night. It was ok"

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

Mont Blanc Suites Duque de Caxias
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Other neighbourhoods around São Sebastiao

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Alto da Serra

While Alto da Serra may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Casa Stefan Zweig and Imperial Museum.

Alto da Serra
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Quitandinha

Travellers like the historical sites in Quitandinha, and Quintandinha Palace is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Quitandinha
Petropolis

Valparaíso

While Valparaíso 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.

Valparaíso
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Villa Militar

Though Villa Militar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Casa Stefan Zweig and Quintandinha Palace.

Villa Militar
Imperial Museum

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.

Historic Center
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Capela

If you're spending some time in Capela, Vale do Paraíba and Piabanha River are top sights worth seeing.

Capela

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