Itatiaia

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waterfall in the forest, river, Rio de Janeiro - Brazil
waterfall in the forest, river, Rio de Janeiro - Brazil
waterfall in the forest - Brazil - Rio de Janeiro
The "Itatiaia National Park" is located in a city called Itatiaia, 2 hours from the center of Rio de Janeiro and to get where this photo was taken, it is necessary to walk 10 kilometers by car up a dirt road at the entrance of the upper part of the Park near the place known as "Posto Marcão". The park has several accesses, many possibilities of footpaths and crossings and it is possible to camp. #GreatOutDoors
The "Itatiaia National Park" is located in a city called Itatiaia, 2 hours from the center of Rio de Janeiro and to get there is necessary to walk 10 kilometers by car up a dirt road at the entrance of the upper part of the Park. That has many possibilities of footpaths and crossings and it is possible to camp. That mountain behind is called “Prateleiras de Itatiaia” and its possible to climb or go near the top with a guide. #GreatOutDoors

Where to stay in Itatiaia

Colorful Umbrella Hanging on Ceiling Decoration

Penedo

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Travelers like the parks in Penedo, and Tres Cachoeiras is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Penedo
San Sebastian Church - Visconde de Maua

Visconde de Mauá

Travelers like the waterfalls in Visconde de Mauá, and Vale do Rio Preto is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Visconde de Mauá
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Campo Alegre

Campo Alegre might not have many top sights, but Itatiaia National Park Visitor Center and Pequena Finlândia are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Campo Alegre
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Vale do Ermitão

While Vale do Ermitão isn't home to many top sights, Rio Palmital Waterfall and Tres Cachoeiras are some notable places to visit nearby.

Vale do Ermitão
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Casal Garcia II

While there might not be top attractions in Casal Garcia II, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Itatiaia National Park Visitor Center and Pequena Finlândia.

Casal Garcia II
Vila Francesa Hotel

Vila Francesa Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Avenida Brasil 653 Itatiaia RJ
Stay at this hotel in Itatiaia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Casa do Chocolate and Pequena Finlândia are located ...
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Vila Francesa Hotel
Vert Hotel Spa

Vert Hotel Spa

3 out of 5
R. do Lago, 60 Itatiaia RJ
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Itatiaia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Pequena Finlândia and Casa do ...
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Vert Hotel Spa
Hotel do Papai Noel

Hotel do Papai Noel

3 out of 5
Av. Penedo, 640 Itatiaia RJ
Stay at this hotel in Itatiaia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Casa do Chocolate and Pequena Finlândia are located ...
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Hotel do Papai Noel
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Apart Sol Nascente

Apart Sol Nascente

3 out of 5
Av. Dr. Arnaldo Marzotto 66 Itatiaia Rio de Janeiro
Stay at this apartment in Itatiaia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Lelumuseo Toy Museum and Casa do Chocolate are located ...
Apart Sol Nascente
Casa 3 Vale dos Reis Penedo com Piscina

Casa 3 Vale dos Reis Penedo com Piscina

3 out of 5
Av. Tebas 202 Itatiaia RJ
Stay at this 3-star vacation home in Itatiaia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Lelumuseo Toy Museum and Casa do Chocolate are ...
Casa 3 Vale dos Reis Penedo com Piscina
Allamanda Flats Visconde de Mauá

Allamanda Flats Visconde de Mauá

2.5 out of 5
Estr. do Vale das Cruzes Itatiaia RJ
Stay at this chalet in Itatiaia. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions Natural Pool and Vale do Pavão are located nearby.
Allamanda Flats Visconde de Mauá
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Popular places to visit

Gastronomic tour in Penedo/RJ.

Pequena Finlândia

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Pequena Finlândia during your trip to Itatiaia. Wander the parks or discover the area's waterfalls.

Pequena Finlândia

Itatiaia National Park Visitor Center

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Itatiaia National Park Visitor Center during your travels in Itatiaia. Wander the parks or discover the area's waterfalls.

Itatiaia National Park Visitor Center

Casa do Chocolate

Enjoy an outing to Casa do Chocolate during your stay in Itatiaia. Wander the parks or discover the area's waterfalls.

Casa do Chocolate

Cachoeira Veu de Noiva

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cachoeira Veu de Noiva during your travels in Itatiaia. Wander the parks or discover the area's waterfalls.

Cachoeira Veu de Noiva

Escorrega Waterfall

Explore the great outdoors at Escorrega Waterfall, a lovely green space in Maromba. Discover the waterfalls while you're in the area.

Escorrega Waterfall

Tres Cachoeiras

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Tres Cachoeiras during your travels in Itatiaia. Wander the parks or discover the area's waterfalls.

Tres Cachoeiras

Things to do

Audioguide Culture and Adventure in Visconde de Mauá

Audioguide Culture and Adventure in Visconde de Mauá

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Audioguide Culture and Adventure in Visconde de Mauá
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Cities near Itatiaia

Resende, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Landscape with the city of Resende with the Mantiqueira mountains in the background.

Resende

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Itamonte

View of Couto Stone (Morro do Couto) on a beautiful sunny day in winter. Itatiaia National Park. Serra da Mantiqueira. Brazil.

Bocaina de Minas