Nature's Best Escapes
Petrópolis, situated in the Serra dos Órgãos mountains, offers a landscape defined by Atlantic Forest, high-altitude viewpoints, and river-fed cascades. This collection includes the historic Parque Cremerie, once a 19th-century cheese factory, and the 32-meter Véu de Noiva waterfall. Visitors can find panoramic vistas from Mirante do Cristo along the BR-040 highway or hike to Mirante do Inferno for views of the iconic Dedo de Deus peak.
Praça do Pequeno Príncipe
Public square located in the Quitandinha district.
Parque Cremerie
Former site of a 19th-century cheese factory featuring a lake with pedal boats and walking trails.
Cachoeira da Ponte Funda
Waterfall located in the Araras region.
Bride's Veil Waterfall
A 32-meter waterfall located within the Serra dos Órgãos National Park.
Cachoeira da Rocinha
Waterfall situated in the Secretário district.
Mirante do Inferno
High-altitude viewpoint offering vistas of the Dedo de Deus rock formation.
Mirante do Cristo
Mountain lookout on the BR-040 highway featuring a statue of Christ and views of the Serra de Petrópolis.
Cachoeira do Presidente
Waterfall located near the Bonfim entrance of the Serra dos Órgãos National Park.
Petrópolis Environmental Protection Area
Petrópolis Environmental Protection Area is a protected area of Rio de Janeiro state, Brazil.
Lake north
Artificial lake located in the Quitandinha neighborhood.
Lake south
Artificial lake located in the Quitandinha neighborhood.
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