Vila Nova Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Aguas Square which includes a statue or sculpture, a park and outdoor art
Aguas Square showing a garden, outdoor art and a statue or sculpture
Aguas Square showing a garden and a statue or sculpture as well as a couple

Popular places to visit

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
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
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
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

Activities

Full-Day Arraial do Cabo Tour from Rio

Full-Day Arraial do Cabo Tour from Rio

AU$85
per adult
Full-Day Arraial do Cabo Tour from Rio
Full Day in Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour and Lunch - From Búzios

Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour and Lunch - From Búzios

AU$148
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour and Lunch - From Búzios
Arraial Do Cabo & Cabo Frio

Arraial Do Cabo & Cabo Frio

AU$310
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Arraial Do Cabo & Cabo Frio
2-story boat with waterslide Sun loungers Wi-Fi released Instagrammable balance Water

Boat Tour in Arraial do Cabo

AU$33
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Boat Tour in Arraial do Cabo
Arraial do Cabo, Brazil's version of the Caribbean.

Arraial do Cabo, Brazil's version of the Caribbean.

AU$102
per adult
Arraial do Cabo, Brazil's version of the Caribbean.
24 - Excursion to Arraial do Cabo in Rio de Janeiro with Lunch

24 - Excursion to Arraial do Cabo in Rio de Janeiro with Lunch

AU$134
per adult
24 - Excursion to Arraial do Cabo in Rio de Janeiro with Lunch
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Our pick of the best Vila Nova 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! (490 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$84 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
AU$84
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 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 8 Apr to 9 Apr
AU$572
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 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$118 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$118
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 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$112 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
AU$112
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 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 9 Apr to 10 Apr
AU$78
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 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 Vila Nova

Dunas Beach which includes a beach, bird life and swimming

Algodoal

If you're spending some time in Algodoal, Dunas Beach and Forte Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Algodoal
Parish Our Lady of the Assumption of Cabo Frio showing street scenes and heritage elements as well as an individual female

Cabo Frio Centro

While visiting Cabo Frio Centro, you might make a stop by sights like Parish Our Lady of the Assumption of Cabo Frio and Itajuru Canal.

Cabo Frio Centro
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Jardim Flamboyant

When in Jardim Flamboyant, you can plan a visit to Dunas Beach and Forte Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Jardim Flamboyant
Casa-Atelie Carlos Scliar Museum which includes art

São Bento

If you're spending some time in São Bento, Itajuru Canal and Casa-Atelie Carlos Scliar Museum are top sights worth seeing.

São Bento
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Braga

Travellers like the parks in Braga, and Dunas Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Braga
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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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