Tartaruga Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Tartaruga Beach

Tartaruga Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Tartaruga Beach during your travels in Búzios?

Tartaruga Beach
Geriba Beach which includes general coastal views, a beach and a coastal town

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
Rua das Pedras which includes a small town or village and night scenes

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
Ferradura Beach showing swimming, a coastal town and general coastal views

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
Orla Bardot which includes a sunset, general coastal views and a sandy beach

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
Ferradurinha Beach featuring a sandy beach, rocky coastline and a sunset

Ferradurinha Beach

Examine the unusual rocks, rent kayaks and stand-up paddleboards, and see the turtles and colorful fish in this calm, protected bay.

Ferradurinha Beach

Activities

Catamaran boat tour in Búzios

Catamaran Boat Tour in Búzios

AU$38
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Boat Tour in Búzios
LIVE THIS EXPERIENCE IN THE SEA OF BÚZIOS!

Tour of the most beautiful beaches and islands of Buzios by Buziana Tour

AU$17
per adult
Tour of the most beautiful beaches and islands of Buzios by Buziana Tour
Brigitte Bardot Monument

Sou Buziano

AU$22
per adult
Sou Buziano
Búzios 2.5-Hour Schooner Boat Experience

Búzios 2.5-Hour Schooner Boat Experience

AU$30
per adult
Búzios 2.5-Hour Schooner Boat Experience
Búzios Trolley Adventure City Tour

Búzios Trolley Adventure City Tour

AU$45
per adult
Búzios Trolley Adventure City Tour
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.
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Our pick of the best Tartaruga Hotel Deals

Pousada Maresia Buzios

Pousada Maresia Buzios

3 out of 5
R. da Tartaruga, 35, Buzios, RJ
The price is AU$48 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$48
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star pousada in Búzios. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Geriba Beach and Rua das Pedras are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
"Buen lugar"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Pousada Maresia Buzios
Pousada dos Coqueiros Búzios

Pousada dos Coqueiros Búzios

3 out of 5
Rua Projetada S/N lote 001, Quadra II Loteamento Vila Tortuga, Búzios, RJ
Stay at this 3-star pousada in Búzios. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Geriba Beach and Ferradura Beach are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (91 reviews)
The toilet was clogged, the water from the shower
"The place needs total renovation! The walls of the room have mildew, the toilet was clogged, the water from the shower stall permeates through the whole bathroom floor, making everything wet. Breakfast is poor with only fruit a banana, breads are small and not crispy. Staff is nice and courteous"

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2021

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Pousada dos Coqueiros Búzios
Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort

Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort

3.5 out of 5
Estrada da Usina, 294, Morro do Humaitá, Búzios, RJ
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Búzios. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and free water park access. Popular attractions Geriba Beach and Orla ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (409 reviews)
"Great pool. Short walk to town and beaches"

Reviewed on 9 July 2024

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Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort
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$97 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
AU$97
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Arraial do Cabo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Dunas Beach and Forte Beach are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (177 reviews)
"Not clean at all. Bad smells throughout the hotel, not hot water, hotel staff trying to get into our room without our permission, parking is too expensive."

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2025

Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava
Pedra da Laguna Boutique Hotel & SPA

Pedra da Laguna Boutique Hotel & SPA

4 out of 5
Rua 6 Lote 6 Quadra F, Praia da Ferradura, Búzios, RJ
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Búzios. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Geriba Beach and Ferradura Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (214 reviews)
Único en el buen sentido
"Me encantó! Un hotel único, con naturaleza, piletas increíbles, cuarto cómodo y atención muy cordial."

Reviewed on 18 May 2025

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Pedra da Laguna Boutique Hotel & SPA
Sophia II Residence Inn

Sophia II Residence Inn

3 out of 5
Av. Dr. Hermes Barcelos, Arraial do Cabo, RJ
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Arraial do Cabo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Dunas Beach and Forte Beach are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (141 reviews)
Fantastic location and view!
"Bring your own cookware, paper towels, toilet paper … spices to cook with etc. Fantastic location and view !!!"

Reviewed on 4 May 2025

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Sophia II Residence Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Tartaruga

Canto Beach featuring 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
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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 Geriba Beach and Ferradura Beach.

Portal da Ferradura
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Ponta de Manguinhos

While there might not be top attractions in Ponta de Manguinhos, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Geriba Beach and Manguinhos Beach.

Ponta de Manguinhos
Ferradura Beach showing 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
Buzios which includes 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 Rua das Pedras or Canto Beach.

Downtown Buzios
Chapel of Our Lady Desatanudos

Manguinhos

You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Manguinhos. You might want to make time for a stop at Chapel of Our Lady Desatanudos or Geriba Lagoon.

Manguinhos

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