Oswaldo Cruz Travel Guide
Petrópolis
Visit Oswaldo Cruz
Popular places to visit
Crystal Palace
You can find out about the history of Petrópolis with a trip to Crystal Palace. Discover the area's museums and monuments.
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
Cathedral of Saint Peter of Alcantara is just one of the places to see in Petrópolis, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's rainforest or visit its monuments.
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
Learn about the local history of Petrópolis when you take a trip to Yellow Palace. Amble around the area's rainforest or visit its monuments.
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.
Top hotels in Oswaldo Cruz
Hotel Caminhos de Itaipava
"Great staff friendly and peaceful"
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia
Kastel Petrópolis
"AC was phenomenal and necessary due to heavy humidity. Very nice smart tv which worked very well when the internet worked (missed 24 hours out of 4 day stay. Excellent parking option on site. Adjacent to nice mall. Walking distance to many restaurants."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Hotel Casablanca Imperial
"Hotel bien situé, prêt des service et attraction. Le gros probleme est que le matelas etait dans une condition épouvantable, douleur toutes les nuit a cette hotel, les vibration causé par les vehicules et transports dans la rue, était impressionnante."
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Hotel Petropolis Inn
"Very nice breakfast, clean, nice area!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hotel Vila Bavaria
"This property urgently needs a renovation in the bedrooms and bathrooms. Everything is very old and have mold in the room and bathroom. The towels are extremely old, like the sheets that barely cover the mattresses, not to mention that if you don't know Rio de Janeiro, this property is very far from ..."
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2022
Where to stay in Oswaldo Cruz
Itaipava
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Itaipava. You might want to make time for a stop at Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava or Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal Park.
Historic Center
Historic Center is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Imperial Museum and House of Princess Isabel.
Araras
If you're spending some time in Araras, Itaipava Market and Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava are top sights worth seeing.
Cascatinha
If you're spending some time in Cascatinha, Serra dos Orgãos National Park and Piabanha River are top sights worth seeing.
Quitandinha
Travellers like the historical sites in Quitandinha, and Quintandinha Palace is a top attraction you might want to visit.
