Cascatinha
Petrópolis
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Liberty Square
After visiting Liberty Square, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Petrópolis. Amble around the area's rainforest or visit its monuments.
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.
Itapaiva Castle
Find out about the history of Petrópolis when you spend time at Itapaiva Castle. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's mountain views.
Things to do
Petropolis City Tour + Bohemia Brewery + Lunch
Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch
Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
Petrópolis Day-Trip with Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace
Top hotels in Cascatinha
Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia
Grande Hotel Petrópolis
Hotel Petropolis Inn
Excellent staff . Rapport qualité prix inégalable . Propreté impeccable et déjeuner délicieux
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Hotel Bomtempo Itaipava
Hotel Borgo Del Vino
Hotel excelente , novo , atendimento impecável . Porém uma taxa surpresa e descabida foi cobrada além da taxa de serviço de mais de 12%
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Kastel Grão Pará
Good breakfast, very friendly staff. Leisure area was nice but hot tube and pool looks like needed be cleaned and had lots of bleach and chemicals. Bedrooms needs a makeover, very old building. Missed cupboards and hangers to organize clothes.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Cascatinha
Retiro II
While Retiro II isn't home to many top sights, Petropolis Municipal Park and Barao de Maua House are some notable places to visit nearby.
Historic Center
Historic Center is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Imperial Museum and Palace of Grão-Pará.
Corrêas
If you're spending some time in Corrêas, Serra dos Orgãos National Park and Piabanha River are top sights worth seeing.
Moura Brasil
When in Moura Brasil, you can plan a visit to Barao de Maua House and Crystal Palace, 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.
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 House of Santos Dumont Museum and Crystal Palace.
