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
Day Trip to Buzios from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch

Day Trip to Buzios from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch

AU$87
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Day Trip to Buzios from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch
The best Búzios' Tour: One of the brazilian paradises.

The best Búzios' Tour: One of the brazilian paradises.

AU$95
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The best Búzios' Tour: One of the brazilian paradises.
Buzios with Boat Tour and Lunch

Buzios with Boat Tour and Lunch

AU$97
per adult
Buzios with Boat Tour and Lunch
A Day in Búzios with All Inclusive

One Day in Búzios + Boat Trip + Lunch

AU$145
per adult
One Day in Búzios + Boat Trip + Lunch
Armação dos Búzios: Walk Through the Natural Pools in Búzios

Armação dos Búzios: Walk Through the Natural Pools in Búzios

AU$71
per adult
Armação dos Búzios: Walk Through the Natural Pools in Búzios
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Our pick of the best Brava Hotel Deals

Pousada Peninsula de Buzios
Pousada Peninsula de Buzios
3 out of 5
R. Fanor Aurelio da Costa, Búzios, RJ
Stay at this 3-star pousada in Búzios. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (99 reviews)
"Our experience at Pousada Peninsula de Buzios was outstanding. They helped us with a late check-in and made us feel welcome from the very beginning. The room was spacious, fully renovated, with strong Wi-Fi and a very handy mini fridge. Breakfast was plentiful and well-balanced, the pão de queijo ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

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Pousada Peninsula de Buzios
Pousada Pelicano
Pousada Pelicano
3 out of 5
Rua dos Coqueiros, 7, Centro, Búzios, RJ
The price is AU$100 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$100
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly pousada in Búzios. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Orla Bardot and Rua das Pedras ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (234 reviews)
"This hotel had an incredible view. There isn’t much there, everything is far and it is up a very big climb. The incredible view does make the climb and inconvenience worth it though. Nobody really talked to me there, my room was ok but in need of some repairs. I don’t think it was worth the money ..."

Reviewed on 9 Feb. 2025

Pousada Pelicano
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! (522 reviews)
"We all got food poisoned…"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2024

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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 AU$90 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$90
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Arraial do Cabo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Forte Beach and Old Park are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (156 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
Hotel Mirante do Forte
Hotel Mirante do Forte
3 out of 5
R. do Céu 72, Cabo Frio, RJ
The price is AU$96 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$96
4 Aug - 5 Aug
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! (146 reviews)
Great hotel for beach location.
"We loved our stay at Mirante do Forte ]! It’s super close to the beach, with clean, spacious rooms and fantastic amenities for families. The staff was incredibly welcoming, and the breakfast had something for everyone. Highly recommend for a relaxing and fun getaway with family."

Reviewed on 29 Dec. 2024

Hotel Mirante do Forte
Own Buzios Beach Hotel
Own Buzios Beach Hotel
4 out of 5
Av Jose Bento Ribeiro Dantas, 222, Búzios, RJ
The price is AU$97 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$97
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (558 reviews)
"Our AC was broken but they got us into another rook quickly, the breakfast was great, downtown was right near the hotel and had so many options. The people at the hotel are so nice."

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 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 Santos Dumont Square or Rua das Pedras.

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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