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
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
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
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$128
per adult
From Búzios: Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio Day Trip
Discover scuba diving in Búzios

Discover scuba diving in Búzios

AU$80
per adult
Discover scuba diving in Búzios
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
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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$339 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
AU$339
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
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! (472 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2024

Búzios Beach Resort by WAM Experience
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$529 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
AU$529
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
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! (365 reviews)
"Special hotel in a special location with special people. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 25 Jan. 2025

Casas Brancas Boutique Hotel & Spa
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$91 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$91
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Arraial do Cabo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Atalaia Viewpoint and Pontal Beach ...
8/10 Very Good! (131 reviews)
"Cockroaches in the fridge, bathroom and under the bed and air conditioning unit was not working. No good."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2024

Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava
Insolito Boutique Hotel
Insolito Boutique Hotel
4 out of 5
Praia da Ferradura - Rua E1, - Lotes 3 e 4 - CEP, Búzios, RJ
The price is AU$383 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$383
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Búzios. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (209 reviews)
Incrível experiência
"Foi incrível desde a recepção, sendo que as funcionárias Vitória e Daniela nos proporcionaram um excelente atendimento e serviços de alta qualidade. Tivemos até alguns mimos únicos. O apartamento é sensacional, em frente à praia da ferradura, o restaurante tem uma chef top também, e o café da manhã ..."

Reviewed on 13 Feb. 2025

Insolito Boutique Hotel
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$270 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
AU$270
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Búzios. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and free water park access. Popular attractions João Fernandes Beach ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (333 reviews)
"Great pool. Short walk to town and beaches"

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2024

Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort
Varandas ao Mar
Varandas ao Mar
3 out of 5
22 Av. Dr. Hermes Barcelos, Arraial do Cabo, RJ
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Arraial do Cabo. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Forte Beach and Flávia Alessandra ...
9/10 Wonderful! (54 reviews)
"Nice hotel to stay in Arraial do Cabo, bit the staff is kind angry with everything. And they don’t offer room clean and towels change."

Reviewed on 31 Jan. 2025

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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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