Brava Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Brava Beach showing general coastal views and a beach

Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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

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Buggy Ride in Buzios by Buziana Tour

AU$42
Per adult
Buggy Ride in Buzios by Buziana Tour
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From Búzios: Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio Day Trip

AU$119
Per adult
From Búzios: Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio Day Trip
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Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour and Lunch - From Búzios

AU$108
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour and Lunch - From Búzios
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Buzios with Boat Tour and Lunch

AU$82
Per adult
Buzios with Boat Tour and Lunch
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Armação dos Búzios: Walk Through the Natural Pools in Búzios

AU$40
Per adult
Armação dos Búzios: Walk Through the Natural Pools in Búzios
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Discover scuba diving in Búzios

AU$65
Per adult
Discover scuba diving in Búzios
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Our pick of the best Brava Hotel Deals

Selina Buzios
Selina Buzios
4 out of 5
Av Jose Bento Ribeiro Dantas, 222, Búzios, RJ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$65 per night from 29 Sep to 30 Sep
AU$65
per night
29 Sep - 30 Sep
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! (477 reviews)
"Excelente experiencia, los espacios son muy confortables, tiene muchas actividades dentro del predio. El personal es muy amable y atento. Sinceramente lo tomaría como referencia para buscarlo en los países que visite."

Reviewed on 26 Jan. 2024

Selina Buzios
Pousada Peninsula de Buzios
Pousada Peninsula de Buzios
3 out of 5
R. Fanor Aurelio da Costa, Búzios, RJ
The price is AU$77 per night from 25 Sep to 26 Sep
AU$77
per night
25 Sep - 26 Sep
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! (74 reviews)
"Ótima pousada!"

Reviewed on 17 Mar. 2024

Pousada Peninsula de Buzios
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$117 per night from 29 Sep to 30 Sep
AU$117
per night
29 Sep - 30 Sep
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! (383 reviews)
Canadian abroad
"This hotel was very nice to stay in. It was clean and modern and made my stay very comfortable. The staff are friendly and were very patient with me while I used google translate on my phone to communicate. A couple of the front desk staff spoke english which was helpful. The hotel is a bit smaller ..."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2024

Hotel Paradiso del Sol
Hotel Ferradura Resort
Hotel Ferradura Resort
4 out of 5
Rua O, Lote 4, Praia da Ferradura, Búzios, RJ
The price is AU$192 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$192
per night
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Búzios. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (268 reviews)
"Avery nice hotel, with a number of pools and access to the beach. It's pretty much out of the way so you must UBER anywhere else."

Reviewed on 18 Sep. 2024

Hotel Ferradura Resort
Coronado Beach
Coronado Beach
3 out of 5
Praia de João Fernandes lot 14,15 e 16, Quadra B, Búzios, RJ
The price is AU$125 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$125
per night
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Búzios. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (395 reviews)
"Beautiful rooms, very clean, and the perfect location because it’s in front of the best beach. The staff are friendly and make sure you are taken care of."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Coronado Beach
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$73 per night from 22 Sep to 23 Sep
AU$73
per night
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Arraial do Cabo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Atalaia Viewpoint and Dunas Beach ...
8/10 Very Good! (113 reviews)
"I loved everything about this place very safe and beautiful"

Reviewed on 30 Nov. 2023

Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava
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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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