Porto do Carro

Cabo Frio

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Japanese Island showing general coastal views and a sandy beach

Japanese Island

Find utter tranquility on this tiny exotic island, where casuarinas trees provide shade and a wealth of marine life can be spotted in the clear water.

Japanese Island
Sao Mateus Fort showing a sandy beach, general coastal views and island images

Sao Mateus Fort

Take in the glorious vista of the beach and ocean as you explore one of the oldest colonial structures in Latin America.

Sao Mateus Fort
Aguas Square which includes outdoor art, a statue or sculpture and a park

Aguas Square

You can find out about the history of Cabo Frio with a visit to Aguas Square. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Aguas Square
Arpoador Mount showing bird life and a sunset

Itajuru Canal

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Itajuru Canal during your travels in Cabo Frio. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

Itajuru Canal
Parish of Our Lady of the Assumption of Cabo Frio featuring a church or cathedral and a small town or village

Parish Our Lady of the Assumption of Cabo Frio

Be entranced by the golden glow of the altar and admire the unusual baptismal font in this church that remains active in the community.

Parish Our Lady of the Assumption of Cabo Frio
Sao Benedito Church showing a church or cathedral, a small town or village and heritage architecture

St. Benedict Chapel

Dating back to the 1700s, this charming and historic church has long played an important role in the religious customs of Cabo Frio.

St. Benedict Chapel

Things to do

LIVE THIS EXPERIENCE IN THE SEA OF BÚZIOS!

Tour of the most beautiful beaches and islands of Buzios by Buziana Tour

P630
per adult
Tour of the most beautiful beaches and islands of Buzios by Buziana Tour
Búzios Trolley Adventure City Tour

Búzios Trolley Adventure City Tour

P1,745
per adult
Búzios Trolley Adventure City Tour
Half-Day Schooner Sightseeing Trip in Buzios Peninsula Beaches

Half-Day Schooner Sightseeing Trip in Buzios Peninsula Beaches

P1,570
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Schooner Sightseeing Trip in Buzios Peninsula Beaches
Buzios Peninsula Open-Air Trolley Tour

Buzios Peninsula Open-Air Trolley Tour

P1,774
per adult
Buzios Peninsula Open-Air Trolley Tour
Cable camp

Arraial do Cabo Tour from Rio de Janeiro

P3,149
per adult
Arraial do Cabo Tour from Rio de Janeiro
Don Juan Boat Trip in Arraial do Cabo

Don Juan Boat Trip in Arraial do Cabo

P1,679
per adult
Don Juan Boat Trip in Arraial do Cabo
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Top hotels in Porto do Carro

Búzios Beach Resort by WAM Experience

Búzios Beach Resort by WAM Experience

4 out of 5
Rua das Dunas, S/N, Tucuns, Búzios
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Búzios. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (540 reviews)
Excelente
"Estuvimos tres días en julio. Todo estuvo perfecto, el servicio, la habitación bien amplia, la piscina, el desayuno. Nada que corregir."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

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Búzios Beach Resort by WAM Experience
Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava

Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava

3 out of 5
R. Pastor Admardo Machado s/n, Arraial do Cabo, RJ
The price is P1,892 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P1,892
P2,437 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Arraial do Cabo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Dunas Beach and Forte Beach are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (160 reviews)
"Not clean at all. Bad smells throughout the hotel, not hot water, hotel staff trying to get into our room without our permission, parking is too expensive."

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2025

Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava
Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort

Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort

3.5 out of 5
Estrada da Usina, 294, Morro do Humaitá, Búzios, RJ
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Búzios. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and free water park access. Popular attractions Geriba Beach and Orla ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (391 reviews)
"Great pool. Short walk to town and beaches"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2024

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Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort
Sophia II Residence Inn

Sophia II Residence Inn

3 out of 5
Av. Dr. Hermes Barcelos, Arraial do Cabo, RJ
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Arraial do Cabo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Dunas Beach and Forte Beach are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (139 reviews)
Fantastic location and view!
"Bring your own cookware, paper towels, toilet paper … spices to cook with etc. Fantastic location and view !!!"

Reviewed on May 4, 2025

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Sophia II Residence Inn
Pousada MAR João Fernandes

Pousada MAR João Fernandes

3 out of 5
R. Praia de João Fernandes, 250, Praia, Búzios, RJ
The price is P2,718 per night from Aug 13 to Aug 14
P2,718
P2,885 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star pousada in Búzios. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Geriba Beach and João Fernandes ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (77 reviews)
"Excelent breakfast!!!"

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2025

Pousada MAR João Fernandes
Hotel Mirante do Forte

Hotel Mirante do Forte

3 out of 5
R. do Céu 72, Cabo Frio, RJ
The price is P3,222 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P3,222
P3,319 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (152 reviews)
"Great Breakfast and clean"

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Hotel Mirante do Forte
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Other neighbourhoods around Porto do Carro

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Portinho

You'll enjoy the beaches and shopping in Portinho. You might want to make time for a stop at Lagoa de Araruama or Shopping Park Lagos Mall.

Portinho
Cabo Frio which includes a small town or village

Canal

If you're spending some time in Canal, Lagoa de Araruama and Itajuru Canal are top sights worth seeing.

Canal
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Jardim Excelsior

Jardim Excelsior might not have many top sights, but Shopping Park Lagos Mall and Dunas Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Jardim Excelsior
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Palmeiras

While Palmeiras might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Shopping Park Lagos Mall and Siqueira Beach.

Palmeiras
Casa-Atelie Carlos Scliar Museum featuring art

São Bento

While visiting São Bento, you might make a stop by sights like Itajuru Canal and Casa-Atelie Carlos Scliar Museum.

São Bento
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Jardim Flamboyant

While Jardim Flamboyant might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Dunas Beach and Forte Beach.

Jardim Flamboyant

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