Prainha
Arraial do Cabo
Popular places to visit
Prainha Beach
Bathe in glorious waters, hike to secluded coves and enjoy wonderful views from the seafront bars at this central beach.
Hermes Barcellos Public Park
Escape the beach crowds and enjoy an early morning or evening stroll around the lake of this municipal park located on the edge of downtown Arraial do Cabo.
Atalaia Viewpoint
Magnificent sea views and glorious sunsets reward those that hike, bike and drive to this hilltop lookout. Have your camera poised to snap postcard-worthy photos of incredible coastal landscapes.
Staircase of Prainhas do Pontal do Atalaia
You can find out about the history of Arraial do Cabo when you stop by Staircase of Prainhas do Pontal do Atalaia. Wander the parks and marina while you're in the area.
Praia Grande
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia Grande during your trip to Arraial do Cabo? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Arraial do Cabo Municipal City Hall
Use this administrative seat as a good starting point for exploring the attractions of the city away from its famous beaches.
Things to do
Arraial do Cabo Full-Day Tour: Brazilian Caribe departing from Rio de Janeiro
A day in Arraial do Cabo the Brazilian Caribbean
Top hotels in Prainha
Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava
Good space
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026
Pousada Xerxes
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Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Pousada da Prainha
Great staff. Kind. They try to make the best out of your stay.
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Arraial do Cabo - Prainha
Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort
Own Buzios Beach Hotel
Staff and location was excellent. Hotel has good amenities (pool, restaurant, sauna and steam bath). Rooms and facilities were a bit tired. Needs a scrub and a fresh coat of paint. Breakfast was delicious and generous.
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Prainha
Praia dos Anjos
While Praia dos Anjos might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Arraial do Cabo Municipal City Hall and Forno Beach.
Arraial do Cabo Centro
While visiting Arraial do Cabo Centro, you might make a stop by sights like Arraial do Cabo Municipal City Hall and Hermenegildo Barcellos Stadium.
Taio
While visiting Taio, you might make a stop by sights like Anjos Beach and Daniel Barreto de Marco Square.
Praia Grande
While visiting Praia Grande, you might make a stop by sights like Praia Grande and Fisherman's Deck.
