Joao Fernandes Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Joao Fernandes Beach showing general coastal views, a sandy beach and tropical scenes

Popular places to visit

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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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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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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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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
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Forno Beach

Hone your photography skills at this beach where the striking and unusual pink tinge to the sand makes for interesting vacation pictures.

Forno Beach
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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

Activities

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Private Program for Accredited Diver in Búzios

AU$80
Per adult
Private Program for Accredited Diver in Búzios
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Búzios Iniciantes / Baptism João Fernandes Beach (Right Corner)

AU$80
Per adult
Búzios Iniciantes / Baptism João Fernandes Beach (Right Corner)
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Buggy Ride in Buzios by Buziana Tour

AU$49
Per adult
Buggy Ride in Buzios by Buziana Tour
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Armação dos Búzios: Walk Through the Natural Pools in Búzios

AU$46
Per adult
Armação dos Búzios: Walk Through the Natural Pools in Búzios
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Private walk through Mangue de Pedras and Ponta do Pai Vitório

AU$92
Per adult
Private walk through Mangue de Pedras and Ponta do Pai Vitório
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Schooner Cruise in Búzios

AU$25
Per adult
Schooner Cruise in Búzios
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Our pick of the best Joao Fernandes Hotel Deals

Almar Búzios Pousada
Almar Búzios Pousada
3 out of 5
Rua 5, Lote 7 Quadra C, João Fernandes, Búzios, Rio de Janeiro
The price is AU$38 per night from 7 May to 8 May
AU$38
per night
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this 3-star pousada in Búzios. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions João Fernandes Beach and Rua das Pedras are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (196 reviews)
Boa!!
"Pousada muito boa e bem localizada. O ruim que a cama de casal não era de casal e sim duas camas de solteiro juntas."

Reviewed on 29 Dec. 2023

Almar Búzios Pousada
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$116 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$116
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Búzios. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (355 reviews)
"The invisible manager is not accessible, they are super unprofessional. I had a terrible experience with the management in general!! Very , very disappointed!"

Reviewed on 14 Mar. 2023

Coronado Beach
Hotel Pousada Experience Joao Fernandes
Hotel Pousada Experience Joao Fernandes
3 out of 5
Rua Um, S/N, Lotes 24, 25 e 26, Praia de João Fernandes, Búzios, RJ
The price is AU$127 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
AU$127
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Búzios. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (267 reviews)
"The balcony was great - nice to have outdoor space and a pretty view of the ocean. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. They helped us book a car service to Rio. The pool area was great. There were a number of families so you could stay at this place with or without kids. The spot for breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 7 May 2023

Hotel Pousada Experience Joao Fernandes
Casagrande Hotel Boutique
Casagrande Hotel Boutique
3 out of 5
Rua 8 - Quadra B - Lote 18, Praia Joao Fernandes, Búzios, RJ
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Búzios. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions João Fernandes Beach and Rua das Pedras ...
8/10 Very Good! (49 reviews)
Un paraíso!
"Excellente ubicación, al lado de la playa João Fernandez y a una distancia caminable del centro. La vista es preciosa desde la piscina y los cuartos. El dueño del lugar es un sol, super amable y se asegura de hacerte pasar una muy grata estadía. El desayuno es super completo y con esta vista! Muy ..."

Reviewed on 1 Feb. 2024

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Casagrande Hotel Boutique
Rio Búzios Beach Hotel
Rio Búzios Beach Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Rua João Fernandes, 301, Búzios, RJ
The price is AU$119 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$119
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Búzios. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions João Fernandes Beach and Rua das ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (177 reviews)
"Services and installations are very good."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2022

Rio Búzios Beach Hotel
La Pedrera Small Hotel & Spa
La Pedrera Small Hotel & Spa
4 out of 5
RUA 4 Quadra C Lote 52-53, Praia João Fernandes, Búzios, RJ
The price is AU$144 per night from 14 May to 15 May
AU$144
per night
14 May - 15 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Búzios. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions João Fernandes Beach and Rua das Pedras ...
9/10 Wonderful! (386 reviews)
"It is a nice hotel but I was expecting more...."

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2023

La Pedrera Small Hotel & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Joao Fernandes

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 Buziosnauta.

Humaita
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
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Vila Caranga

While Vila Caranga may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Canto Beach and Rua das Pedras.

Vila Caranga
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Portal da Ferradura

Though Portal da Ferradura may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ferradura Beach and Canto Beach.

Portal da Ferradura
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Alto de Buzios

When in Alto de Buzios, you can plan a visit to Ferradura Beach and Ferradurinha Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Alto de Buzios
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Enseada do Gancho

While Enseada do Gancho may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tartaruga Beach and Porto da Barra Búzios.

Enseada do Gancho

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