Taio Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Our Lady of Remedies Church
This 500-year-old church is one of Brazil’s oldest religious landmarks and the location for a lively annual celebration that honors the city’s patron saint.
Daniel Barreto de Marco Square
Bars and restaurants surround this tree-lined central square where artisans hawk their wares at market stalls and locals meet friends and family.
Cova Square
Cova Square is just one of the places to see in Arraial do Cabo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beaches or visit the churches while you're in the area.
Atalaia Viewpoint
Magnificent sea views and glorious sunsets reward those that hike, bike and drive to this hilltop lookout. Have your camera poised to snap postcard-worthy photos of incredible coastal landscapes.
Staircase of Prainhas do Pontal do Atalaia
You can find out about the history of Arraial do Cabo when you stop by Staircase of Prainhas do Pontal do Atalaia. Wander the parks and marina while you're in the area.
Praia Grande
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia Grande during your trip to Arraial do Cabo? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Activities
Arraial do Cabo, Brazil's version of the Caribbean.
A day in Arraial do Cabo the Brazilian Caribbean
Buggy Tour in Arraial do Cabo by Arraial Viagens
Our pick of the best Taio Hotel Deals
Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort
Búzios Beach Resort by WAM Experience
Estuvimos tres días en julio. Todo estuvo perfecto, el servicio, la habitación bien amplia, la piscina, el desayuno. Nada que corregir.
Reviewed on 13 July 2025
Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava
Good space
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hotel Paradiso del Sol
Estava tudo perfeito obrigada
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Pousada Xerxes
La posada esta ubicada arriba del morro, y hay que atravezar una subida muy empinada para llegar. Es realmente el mayor problema que tiene esta posada. Teniamos auto alquilado, pero no cualquier auto sube semejante pendiente. Los taxis y deliverys te dejan en la base porque no quieren subir. Sinceramente, ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Pousada do Albatroz
It was under construction, so a bit noisy and confusing, but the staff was very sweet and friendly and accommodating! The location was wonderful! I can’t wait visit again when it isn’t under consruction.
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Taio
Praia dos Anjos
While Praia dos Anjos isn't home to many top sights, Forno Beach and Anjos Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Arraial do Cabo Centro
While visiting Arraial do Cabo Centro, you might make a stop by sights like Arraial do Cabo Municipal City Hall and Centro Cultural Manoel Camargo.
Prainha
You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in Prainha. You might want to make time for a stop at Prainha Beach or Old Park.
Praia Grande
If you're spending some time in Praia Grande, Praia Grande and Window of Paradise are top sights worth seeing.
