Canal Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Cabo Frio showing a small town or village
Cabo Frio showing a house
Cabo Frio featuring a bay or harbour
Cabo Frio
Casa-Atelie Carlos Scliar Museum which includes art

Popular places to visit

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
Casa-Atelie Carlos Scliar Museum which includes interior views

Casa-Atelie Carlos Scliar Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Casa-Atelie Carlos Scliar Museum during your travels in Cabo Frio. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Casa-Atelie Carlos Scliar Museum

Shopping Park Lagos Mall

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Shopping Park Lagos Mall during your trip to Cabo Frio. Wander the beaches in this relaxing area.

Shopping Park Lagos Mall

Rua dos Biquínis

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Rua dos Biquínis during your visit to Gamboa.

Rua dos Biquínis

Our Lady of Guia Chapel

You can find out about the history of Cabo Frio with a stop at Our Lady of Guia Chapel. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Our Lady of Guia Chapel

Activities

Boat Trip in Arraial do Cabo by Arraial Viagens

Boat Trip in Arraial do Cabo by Arraial Viagens

AU$38
per adult
Boat Trip in Arraial do Cabo by Arraial Viagens
Cable camp

Arraial do Cabo Tour from Rio de Janeiro

AU$82
per adult
Arraial do Cabo Tour from Rio de Janeiro
Don Juan Boat Trip in Arraial do Cabo

Don Juan Boat Trip in Arraial do Cabo

AU$44
per adult
Don Juan Boat Trip in Arraial do Cabo
Buggy Tour in Arraial do Cabo by Arraial Trips

Buggy Tour in Arraial do Cabo by Arraial Viagens

AU$47
per adult
Buggy Tour in Arraial do Cabo by Arraial Viagens
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$130
per adult
24 - Excursion to Arraial do Cabo in Rio de Janeiro with Lunch
Discover the Brazilian Caribbean in Arraial do Cabo

Discover the Brazilian Caribbean in Arraial do Cabo

AU$88
per adult
Discover the Brazilian Caribbean in Arraial do Cabo
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Our pick of the best Canal Hotel Deals

Pousada Boulevard

Pousada Boulevard

3 out of 5
237 Av. Blvd. Canal, Cabo Frio, RJ
Stay at this 3-star inn in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Forte Beach and Dunas Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (39 reviews)
"Foi maravilhoso demais Perfeito"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

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Pousada Boulevard
Passagem Concept Hotel e Spa

Passagem Concept Hotel e Spa

3.5 out of 5
Rua Constantino Menelau, 36, Passagem, Cabo Frio, RJ
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (289 reviews)
"Great location, nice staff, spacious rooms"

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

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Passagem Concept Hotel e Spa
Samba Cabo Frio

Samba Cabo Frio

2.5 out of 5
Av. Assunção 239, Cabo Frio, RJ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$71 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$71
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Forte Beach and Dunas Beach are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (102 reviews)
"Nice stay again"

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2021

Samba Cabo Frio
Hotel Premium Recanto da Passagem

Hotel Premium Recanto da Passagem

3.5 out of 5
Rua Domingos Ribeiro, 73, Passagem, Cabo Frio, RJ
The price is AU$156 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$156
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (359 reviews)
"Overall perfect in all aspect!"

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2024

Hotel Premium Recanto da Passagem
Hotel Boutique Recanto da Passagem

Hotel Boutique Recanto da Passagem

3.5 out of 5
Rua Constantino Menelau 39, Cabo Frio
The price is AU$143 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$143
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Forte Beach and Dunas Beach ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (234 reviews)
"Great view. Prime location!"

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2025

Hotel Boutique Recanto da Passagem
Pousada Marília

Pousada Marília

2.5 out of 5
01 R. Bijupira, Cabo Frio, RJ
The price is AU$114 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$114
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach pousada in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Forte Beach and Dunas Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4 reviews)
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"Maravilhosa, tudo perfeito, os atendentes perfeitos, mas em destaque, o atendente Maycon é a Simone , super receptivos, simpáticos, nós amamos, em breve voltarei , estão de parabéns, a pousada maravilhosa ❤️"

Reviewed on 26 May 2025

Pousada Marília
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Other neighbourhoods around Canal

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
Parish Our Lady of the Assumption of Cabo Frio showing heritage elements and street scenes 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
Cabo Frio featuring a bay or harbour

Passagem

Travellers like the beaches in Passagem, and Itajuru Canal is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Passagem
Aguas Square which includes a statue or sculpture, a park and outdoor art

Vila Nova

While visiting Vila Nova, you might make a stop by sights like Cabo Frio Municipal Theater and Aguas Square.

Vila Nova
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Jardim Excelsior

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

Jardim Excelsior
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Portinho

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

Portinho

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