Cabo Frio Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Sao Mateus Fort showing island views, a sandy beach and general coastal views
Sao Benedito Church which includes a small town or village and a church or cathedral
Japanese Island showing general coastal views and swimming as well as a small group of people
Dunas Beach showing a sandy beach and general coastal views
Aguas Square showing a garden, outdoor art and a statue or sculpture

Where to stay in Cabo Frio

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Aquarius

While there might not be top attractions in Aquarius, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Unamar Beach and Pontal do Pero Beach.

Aquarius
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
Conchas Beach which includes a beach, a coastal town and general coastal views

Peró

Travellers like the beaches in Peró, and Pero Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Peró
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
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Unamar

Travellers like the beaches in Unamar, and Unamar Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Unamar
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
Hotel Mirante do Forte

Hotel Mirante do Forte

3 out of 5
R. do Céu 72, Cabo Frio, RJ
The price is AU$79 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$79
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (154 reviews)
"Great Breakfast and clean"

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Hotel Mirante do Forte
Paradiso Pero Praia Hotel

Paradiso Pero Praia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Av. Drasio Solon Ribeiro, S/N, Bairro Peró, Cabo Frio, RJ
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
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Paradiso Pero Praia Hotel
Green Hoteis

Green Hoteis

3.5 out of 5
Av. Teixeira e Souza, 1056, Centro, Cabo Frio, Rio De Janeiro
The price is AU$115 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
AU$115
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (314 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
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Residencial Porto Príncipe

Residencial Porto Príncipe

2.5 out of 5
Av. do Contorno, 320, Cabo Frio, RJ
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Dunas Beach and Forte Beach are located ...
Residencial Porto Príncipe
Praia do Forte - Aluguel Economico

Praia do Forte - Aluguel Economico

2.5 out of 5
R. Francisco Mendes 404, Cabo Frio, RJ
Stay at this apartment in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Forte Beach and Dunas Beach are located nearby.
8.2/10 Very Good! (8 reviews)
Hotel com ótima localização
"Localização do hotel excelente, muito tranquilo e vooteirei novamente. Obs: água quente acabou mais foi resolvido no dia seguinte cedo e o wi-fi não funciona precisa resolver."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2023

Praia do Forte - Aluguel Economico
Cabo Frio - Parque Central

Cabo Frio - Parque Central

3 out of 5
R. Frei Henrique Coimbra 115, Cabo Frio, RJ
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free WiFi and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions Dunas Beach and Forte Beach are located nearby.
Cabo Frio - Parque Central
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Popular places to visit

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
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
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
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
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

Activities

Full Day Private Shore Tour in Rio de Janeiro from Cabo Frio Port

Full Day Private Shore Tour in Rio de Janeiro from Cabo Frio Port

AU$445
per adult
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Rio de Janeiro from Cabo Frio Port
The best Búzios' Tour: One of the brazilian paradises.

The best Búzios' Tour: One of the brazilian paradises.

AU$98
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The best Búzios' Tour: One of the brazilian paradises.
Full-Day Arraial do Cabo Tour from Rio

Full-Day Arraial do Cabo Tour from Rio

AU$83
per adult
Full-Day Arraial do Cabo Tour from Rio
Buzios with Boat Tour and Lunch

Buzios with Boat Tour and Lunch

AU$101
per adult
Buzios with Boat Tour and Lunch
From Búzios: Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio Day Trip

From Búzios: Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio Day Trip

AU$122
per adult
From Búzios: Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio Day Trip
Full Day in Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour and Lunch - From Búzios

Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour and Lunch - From Búzios

AU$152
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour and Lunch - From Búzios
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Cities near Cabo Frio

Prainha Beach which includes a beach, general coastal views and a coastal town

Arraial do Cabo