São Cristovao

Cabo Frio

Popular places to visit

Japanese Island showing general coastal views and a sandy beach

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

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
Sao Mateus Fort showing a sandy beach, general coastal views and island images

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
Parish of Our Lady of the Assumption of Cabo Frio featuring a church or cathedral and a small town or village

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
Arpoador Mount showing bird life and a sunset

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 showing a church or cathedral, a small town or village and heritage architecture

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

Things to do

Schooner Cruise in Arraial do Cabo

Schooner Cruise in Arraial do Cabo

P949
per adult
Schooner Cruise in Arraial do Cabo
Cabo Frio City Tour - Full Day

Cabo Frio City Tour - FULL DAY from Buzios

P1,992
per adult
Cabo Frio City Tour - FULL DAY from Buzios
24 - Excursion to Arraial do Cabo in Rio de Janeiro with Lunch

24 - Excursion to Arraial do Cabo in Rio de Janeiro with Lunch

P4,909
per adult
24 - Excursion to Arraial do Cabo in Rio de Janeiro with Lunch
2-story boat with waterslide Sun loungers Wi-Fi released Instagrammable balance Water

Boat Tour in Arraial do Cabo

P1,129
per adult
Boat Tour in Arraial do Cabo
Arraial Day Trip With Boat Tour

Arraial Day Trip With Boat Tour

P3,465
per adult
Arraial Day Trip With Boat Tour
Full-Day Arraial do Cabo Tour from Rio

Full-Day Arraial do Cabo Tour from Rio

P2,599
per adult
Full-Day Arraial do Cabo Tour from Rio
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Top hotels in São Cristovao

Hospedagem Central - Aluguel Economico
Hospedagem Central - Aluguel Economico
3 out of 5
Av. Joaquim Nogueira 1471, Cabo Frio, RJ
The price is P1,866 per night from 10 Jan to 11 Jan
P1,866
P2,763 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2025
Stay at this 3-star inn in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and rainfall showerheads. Popular attractions Dunas Beach and Forte Beach are located ...
6/10 (2 reviews)
"Suite aconchegante, ideal para quem quer dormir bem e tomar um banho enquanto aproveita Cabo Frio durante o dia. Acompanha TV, frigobar e uma sacadinha. Bem arejada. Recomendo!"

Reviewed on Apr 6, 2024

Hospedagem Central - Aluguel Economico
Búzios Beach Resort by WAM Experience
Búzios Beach Resort by WAM Experience
4 out of 5
Rua das Dunas, S/N, Tucuns, Búzios
The price is P10,451 per night from 8 Jan to 9 Jan
P10,451
P10,973 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2025
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Búzios. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (457 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2024

Búzios Beach Resort by WAM Experience
Own Buzios Beach Hotel
Own Buzios Beach Hotel
4 out of 5
Av Jose Bento Ribeiro Dantas, 222, Búzios, RJ
The price is P3,196 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
P3,196
P3,356 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 27 - Jan 28, 2025
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Búzios. Enjoy a sauna, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (503 reviews)
"loved the staff"

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2024

Own Buzios Beach Hotel
Hotel La Plage
Hotel La Plage
3 out of 5
Rua dos Badejos, 40, Praia do Peró, Cabo Frio, RJ
The price is P4,098 per night from 29 Dec to 30 Dec
P4,098
P4,221 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a sauna. Popular attractions Japanese Island and Forte Beach are located ...
6/10 (397 reviews)
"Horrible wifi only worked in lobby, no hot water, sandy floors, poor service and communication at reception - didn't work well with hotels.com reservation and on top of everything THE SHOWER ELECTRICUTED ME!.. Plus the sheets didn't fit well so they came off while we were sleeping so you woke up ..."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2014

Hotel La Plage
Varandas ao Mar
Varandas ao Mar
3 out of 5
22 Av. Dr. Hermes Barcelos, Arraial do Cabo, RJ
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Arraial do Cabo. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Dunas Beach and Forte Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (59 reviews)
"A localizacao é otima, O por do sol é incrivel da parte da piscina, os funcionarios sao bem educados. O quarto era bem aconchegante, mas o colchao era bem ruin e tbm a limpeza precisa melhorar, a roupa de cama parecia estar suja, mas fora isso tudo estava bom. Eu recomendaria pra outras pessoas!"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2024

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Varandas ao Mar
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 P4,412 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
P4,412
P5,074 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 27 - Jan 28, 2025
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! (123 reviews)
"Cockroaches in the fridge, bathroom and under the bed and air conditioning unit was not working. No good."

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2024

Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava
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Other neighbourhoods around São Cristovao

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Jardim Caiçara

While Jardim Caiçara isn't home to many top sights, Shopping Park Lagos Mall and Dunas Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Jardim Caiçara
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Parque Burle

Though Parque Burle might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Siqueira Beach and Shopping Park Lagos Mall.

Parque Burle
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Braga

Travelers like the parks in Braga, and Dunas Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Braga
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Parque Central

Though Parque Central might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Dunas Beach and Forte Beach.

Parque Central
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Palmeiras

While Palmeiras might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Shopping Park Lagos Mall and Siqueira Beach.

Palmeiras
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Jardim Flamboyant

While Jardim Flamboyant might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Dunas Beach and Forte Beach.

Jardim Flamboyant

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