Palmeiras Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Japanese Island featuring a beach and general coastal views

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
Parish Our Lady of the Assumption of Cabo Frio which includes a small town or village and a church or cathedral

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
Aguas Square showing a garden, outdoor art and a statue or sculpture

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

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
Arpoador Mount showing a sunset and bird life

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
Sao Benedito Church which includes heritage architecture, a small town or village and a church or cathedral

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

Activities

Cabo Frio City Tour - Full Day

Cabo Frio City Tour - FULL DAY from Buzios

AU$55
per adult
Cabo Frio City Tour - FULL DAY from Buzios
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Rio de Janeiro from Cabo Frio Port

Full Day Private Shore Tour in Rio de Janeiro from Cabo Frio Port

AU$412
per adult
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Rio de Janeiro from Cabo Frio Port
Discover scuba diving in Búzios

Discover scuba diving in Búzios

AU$76
per adult
Discover scuba diving in Búzios
From Búzios: Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio Day Trip

From Búzios: Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio Day Trip

AU$129
per adult
From Búzios: Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio Day Trip
Buzios with Boat Tour and Lunch

Buzios with Boat Tour and Lunch

AU$93
per adult
Buzios with Boat Tour and Lunch
Full Day in Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour and Lunch - From Búzios

Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour and Lunch - From Búzios

AU$141
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour and Lunch - From Búzios
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Our pick of the best Palmeiras 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$242 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
AU$242
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
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! (460 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2024

Búzios Beach Resort by WAM Experience
Own Buzios Beach Hotel
Own Buzios Beach Hotel
4 out of 5
Av Jose Bento Ribeiro Dantas, 222, Búzios, RJ
The price is AU$90 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
AU$90
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
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! (508 reviews)
"loved the staff"

Reviewed on 10 Dec. 2024

Own Buzios Beach Hotel
Hotel La Plage
Hotel La Plage
3 out of 5
Rua dos Badejos, 40, Praia do Peró, Cabo Frio, RJ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$138 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
AU$138
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
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 (403 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
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! (59 reviews)
"A localizacao é otima, O por do sol é incrivel da parte da piscina, os funcionarios sao bem educados. O quarto era bem aconchegante, mas o colchao era bem ruin e tbm a limpeza precisa melhorar, a roupa de cama parecia estar suja, mas fora isso tudo estava bom. Eu recomendaria pra outras pessoas!"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2024

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Varandas ao Mar
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$131 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
AU$131
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (126 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
Hotel Paradiso del Sol
Hotel Paradiso del Sol
3.5 out of 5
Rua Professor Domingos, Bonifacio Ribeiro No. 103, Cabo Frio
The price is AU$177 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
AU$177
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (441 reviews)
"Wow picture perfect hotel. Would definitely recommend and definitely be back in the near future. Fabulous stay here"

Reviewed on 26 Dec. 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Palmeiras

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Jardim Excelsior

When in Jardim Excelsior, you can plan a visit to Shopping Park Lagos Mall and Rua dos Biquínis, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Jardim Excelsior
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Jardim Caiçara

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

Jardim Caiçara
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Portinho

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

Portinho
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Jardim Flamboyant

When in Jardim Flamboyant, you can plan a visit to Dunas Beach and Parish Our Lady of the Assumption of Cabo Frio, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Jardim Flamboyant
Cabo Frio showing a small town or village

Canal

If you're spending some time in Canal, Rua dos Biquínis and Itajuru Canal are top sights worth seeing.

Canal
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Parque Central

While there might not be top attractions in Parque Central, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Dunas Beach and Cabo Frio Municipal Theater.

Parque Central

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