Brava Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Brava Beach showing general coastal views and a beach
Brava Beach showing a sandy beach and general coastal views as well as a small group of people
Brava
Brava Beach featuring general coastal views and a beach
Joao Fernandes Viewpoint featuring general coastal views, a sunset and landscape views

Popular places to visit

Brava Beach showing a sandy beach and general coastal views as well as a small group of people

Brava Beach

Surf on the wild waves that meet this scenic stretch of sand, which is pleasingly quiet compared to some of Búzios less secluded beaches.

Brava Beach
Joao Fernandes Viewpoint which includes landscape views, general coastal views and a sunset

Joao Fernandes Viewpoint

Admire the glorious vista of the surrounding forested hills and the sparkling bay from this concrete lookout above the beach.

Joao Fernandes Viewpoint
Rua das Pedras which includes a small town or village and night scenes

Rua das Pedras

Spend a relaxed afternoon exploring the charming stores, galleries and cafés of this busy and colorful street, or head to one of the bars here that come alive after dark.

Rua das Pedras
Geriba Beach which includes general coastal views, a beach and a coastal town

Geriba Beach

Revel in the lively ambiance of the bars and restaurants of one of the most popular beaches in the Búzios region.

Geriba Beach
Ferradura Beach showing swimming, a coastal town and general coastal views

Ferradura Beach

The calm waters that lap this gorgeous horseshoe-shaped beach in an upmarket Búzios neighborhood are perfect for swimming, kayaking and snorkeling.

Ferradura Beach
Orla Bardot which includes a sunset, general coastal views and a sandy beach

Orla Bardot

Enjoy the ocean views and admire the fascinating statues of iconic figures and fishermen in this walkway tribute to a French diva.

Orla Bardot

Activities

Buggy's ride

Buggy Ride in Buzios by Buziana Tour

AU$55
per adult
Buggy Ride in Buzios by Buziana Tour
Buzios with Boat Tour and Lunch

Buzios with Boat Tour and Lunch

AU$98
per adult
Buzios with Boat Tour and Lunch
From Búzios: Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio Day Trip

From Búzios: Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio Day Trip

AU$127
per adult
From Búzios: Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio Day Trip
Catamaran boat tour in Búzios

Catamaran Boat Tour in Búzios

AU$36
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Boat Tour in Búzios
Buzios Tour

Day Trip to Búzios from Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Tour, Bay Cruise and Lunch

AU$142
per adult
Day Trip to Búzios from Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Tour, Bay Cruise and Lunch
Discover scuba diving in Búzios

Discover scuba diving in Búzios

AU$79
per adult
Discover scuba diving in Búzios
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Our pick of the best Brava Hotel Deals

Búzios Beach Resort by WAM Experience
Búzios Beach Resort by WAM Experience
4 out of 5
Rua das Dunas, S/N, Tucuns, Búzios
The price is AU$194 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
AU$194
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
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! (487 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2024

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 AU$75 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$75
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Arraial do Cabo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Atalaia Viewpoint and Foguete Beach ...
8/10 Very Good! (137 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 20 Feb. 2025

Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava
Casas Brancas Boutique Hotel & Spa
Casas Brancas Boutique Hotel & Spa
4.5 out of 5
Alto do Humaitá, 10, Búzios, RJ
The price is AU$572 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$572
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Búzios. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (371 reviews)
"Stunning property with amazing views and exquisite food."

Reviewed on 14 Mar. 2025

Casas Brancas Boutique Hotel & Spa
Hotel La Plage
Hotel La Plage
3 out of 5
Rua dos Badejos, 40, Praia do Peró, Cabo Frio, RJ
The price is AU$119 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
AU$119
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a sauna. Popular attractions Japanese Island and Forte Beach are located ...
6/10 (438 reviews)
"Hotel esta abandonado, cama desconfortavel, ar condicionado nao funciona, roupa de cama tinha marcas de maquiagem, tive que ir no shopping comprar fronha de travesseiro e toalhas, chuveiro ruim, cafe da manha e pessimo pior que ja vi, de pao dormido, frutas passadas, com suco de pozinho (nao e natural) ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jan. 2025

Hotel La Plage
Green Hoteis
Green Hoteis
3.5 out of 5
Av. Teixeira e Souza, 1056, Centro, Cabo Frio, Rio De Janeiro
The price is AU$113 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$113
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (307 reviews)
Greatest hotel in the area :)
"first off.. the location isn’t the greatest. There’s not too much good things around if you don’t have a car! But other than this. The hotel is amazing. The staff are friendly and very professional. They helped me and my friend with a lot of things. Anything you need, don’t be afraid to ask. The ..."

Reviewed on 21 May 2021

Green Hoteis
Own Buzios Beach Hotel
Own Buzios Beach Hotel
4 out of 5
Av Jose Bento Ribeiro Dantas, 222, Búzios, RJ
The price is AU$78 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$78
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Búzios. Enjoy a sauna, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (531 reviews)
Buzios
"The hotel symbol is amazing that placed in bathroom 😁. I met with the coordinator on day time, she told me they try to create an eco-friendly hotel, they are successful 👍✨👏 💯 As a dislike. Just one thing. none knows English except coordinator. Staff should speak at least two languages English ..."

Reviewed on 12 Mar. 2025

Own Buzios Beach Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Brava

Orla Bardot showing general coastal views and a bay or harbour

Humaita

Humaita is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Orla Bardot and Armacao Beach.

Humaita
Joao Fernandes Beach which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as a couple

Joao Fernandes

3/5(1 area review)

Joao Fernandes is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like João Fernandes Beach and Joao Fernandinho Beach.

Joao Fernandes
Ossos Beach featuring a beach and general coastal views as well as a small group of people

Ossos

While visiting Ossos, you might make a stop by sights like Ossos Beach and Azeda Beach.

Ossos
Buzios featuring general coastal views and a coastal town as well as a small group of people

Downtown Buzios

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Downtown Buzios. You might want to make time for a stop at Rua das Pedras or Canto Beach.

Downtown Buzios
Canto Beach showing outdoor art and street scenes as well as a small group of people

Canto

While visiting Canto, you might make a stop by sights like Canto Beach and Rua das Pedras.

Canto
Ferradura Beach featuring general coastal views and a sandy beach

Village da Ferradura

Village da Ferradura is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ferradura Beach and Ponta da Lagoinha.

Village da Ferradura

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