Arraial do Cabo

This beach town will make you forget everything else. It is paradise, and just a few hours from Rio. Arraial do Cabo is a charming coastal town with a laid-back vibe, beautiful white sand beaches, and a relaxed atmosphere. There's no doubt that the stunning natural beauty of the area is what attracts so many people here. The natural pools are some of the most beautiful in Brazil and they're surrounded by lush tropical forest and mountains.
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Top places to visit

1Oven's Beach

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Beach
Nature & Parks
The hills surrounding this beach are covered in dense forest making this a peaceful getaway.
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You can walk or take the boat taxi to that beach. Boat taxi is 12 reals but it is only a 20 min walk to this beach. People bring food and lots of drinks and hence the benefits of the boat taxi. I went by boat and walked to the mirador then to little beach using the trails. It is worth it.
Very commercial and crowded. Almost impossible to find a nice space to put ur towel.
Gorgeous beach! It starts getting packed as the day goes on so arrive early.
One of the most beautiful beaches in Brazil. You have to take a short 10 minute hike to get to the beach, but even the hike is super beautiful. The view from the top of the hill is definitely a must see. At the beach, there are lots of vendors offering chairs and umbrellas. Some are for free, as long as you order food or drinks from the location, others are paid, but they offer you credit towards their food menu. The waters are crystal clear and great for swimming.
Beautiful beach with a bit hard walk The water was very good and warm (August) but the access is a bit dangerous. Be ready for local people approaching you to charge you for your parking and offer all kind of adventures. Local police and guards to protect your way to the beach.
State of Rio de Janeiro, 28930-000, Brazil•http://www.arraial.rj.gov.br/prefeitura/?local=nossas_praias

2Praia do Farol

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Accessible only by water taxi or tour boat, this famous beach features clear water & white sand.
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Mega beautiful and clean beach. Just reachable by boat. Only too crowded during the weekend/bank holiday.
Arraial do Cabo - State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil•http://www.arraialdocabo360.com/

3Mirante do Pontal do Atalaia

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Sights & Landmarks
If you're visiting Arraial do Cabo in Brazil, make sure to visit the Mirante do Pontal do Atalaia viewpoint. This spot offers an unbeatable view of the city and the coast, with colors changing as the sun sets. It's a popular spot, so make sure to arrive early to get a good seat.
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Nice views from this viewpoint. Road is not great for driving on a scooter motorbike (bumpy road) but manageable.
The pictures didn't do justice on how vast the horizon is and how amazing the sunset was in this mirante. Bring insect repellant.
A must whenever visiting arraial do cabo! The passeio in the boats it’s super affordable and staff it’s super friendly! I’ve been here a couple of times already and it’s the best vibe from town
One of the best spots at Arraial do Cabo (Brazil) !! A breathtaking view all around !!
R. Pontal do Atalaia, Arraial do Cabo - RJ, 28930-000, Brazil

4Praia Brava

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Without any doubt the most beautiful beach in the area mainly because it's sort of a secret and you won't have to share it with many . Worth the hike!
A secluded beach with big waves. It's a steep and Rocky walk down to the beach but it's worth it. If the tide is in the beach is very small so you'll need to lounge on the rocks. A welcome relief from the busier beaches in town.
This place is breathtaking! The view ! And The Beach is for surfers. If you want to see waves go in the evening.
State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil•http://www.arraialdocabo360.com/

5Pedra do Macaco

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Nature & Parks
Geologic Formations
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Short trail not very maintained but easy to follow. You can go down near the water in front of the other island and enjoy the view. You will certainly see dozens of turtles behind your eyes. Magical place
Unusual rock formation! But you only pass by.
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Pontal do Atalaia, Arraial do Cabo - RJ, 28930-000, Brazil
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Top places to eat

1Restaurante Saint Tropez

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Seafood restaurant
The seafood restaurant Saint Tropez is one of the most ancient in the city, and is often referred to by tourists when they want to eat well in Arraial do Cabo. With each day gaining more customers, the international bar with French soul has a simple, comfortable and welcoming atmosphere where you can venture into the pleasures of sea food, which arrive fresh at your table!
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Must try camarao com catupiry pizza (shrimps & catupiry cheese pizza) ! It's just wonderfully delicious! We also had goujounette de peixe (breaded fish stripes ) which were very good! Portions are huge, and the staff is very friendly 🤗 Highly recommended for dinner or lunch. Place is very nice decorated & clean
Old gentleman’s service is slow but he was nice and Viera was great.
Fabulous place for a proper Brazilian dinner. They serve both meat and seafood dishes (not so much dir vegetarians though), all for sharing. Prices are fair if you consider that all plates are for sharing only (100-120 Rs). They also have a wide selection of wines and beers. Staff are particularly friendly and helpful. This is your restaurant to be when you’re in town.
Excellent service! Clean restrooms! Wonderful food and drinks! The portions are large. Sign out front says plates serve 2 and the most certainly do.
Moqueca was excellent. Portions were large as it fed 3 of us. Prices are reasonable since you are in a resort area.
Praca Daniel Barreto, 2 - Praia dos Anjos, Arraial do Cabo - RJ, 28930-000, Brazil•http://www.saintropez.com.br/

2Garrafa de Nansen

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Seafood restaurant
Garrafa de Nansen, one of the most popular seafood restaurants in Arraial do Cabo for tourists over the past four decades, offers great value and a wide variety of dishes. Its intimate environment is warm and welcoming, and the service is excellent. You'll find everything from seafood to grilled meats and countless side dishes. There's something for everyone here!
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Very good place to have a meal. One of the best places I have eaten in Brasil so far. We eat 'pescado a la parrilla' and it was amazing. We were visiting all the restaurants in the area around Arraial do Cabo square near praia dos anjos, and all of them were pretty expensive. After a while we took a table on Garrafa de Nansen because was the cheapest one, and what an amazin souprise! Every detail was perfect, the waitress was kind and quick, and the meal delicious. Aircon also was set up in a perfect point, not too cold, nor too warm. Thank you Garrafa de Nansen, we will totally come back next time we are in Arraial!
We had dinner at this place yesterday and we chose for the "Picanha na Pedra". Very well served . It's for 2 people but it can easily be for 3. Good service from Santiago was also a pleasant add to our experience. We've finished with a nice Banana split as desert. ☺️ Won't give a 5 star coz the AC was off, window s open so it got a lil windy where we sat.
Disappointing experience: the food was well presented and the lula (squid) was soft, but it was way too salty and too much garlic. The only positive highlight was the waiter: professional, kind, friendly.
R. Santa Cruz, 4 - Praia dos Anjos, Arraial do Cabo - RJ, 28930-000, Brazil•http://www.garrafadenansen.blogspot.com.br/

3Pimenta Rosa Gastronomia

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Seafood restaurant
Brazilian restaurant
Located next to the beach in Praia dos Anjos, the seafood restaurant Pimenta Rosa is named after a fruit from the Araucaria Redwood tree, which is found abundantly throughout South America. This sweet pepper does not have any heat, with an unique aroma and taste that is used in some dishes at the restaurant.
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Great food with super friendly staff who took the time to translate and explain the menu.
Camarão grega. Nice cozy restaurant suits for family. Foods are great, but they don’t have a lot of options at that time we visited. It’s not located at open wide area so not easy to find a parking space.
Amazing service! This is what I have to start saying. Best service in town, most definitely. Continuing, the food was so tasty! Everything we tried was superb! The filet mignon with Gorgonzola sauce was delicious, and even the dessert was something else. Highly recommended!
We tried several times to get a table during our vacation in Arraial do Cabo and eventually managed to get one yesterday eve. The food was delicious and not pricey at all. We had the massas with camaraos and pimenta rosa (very good), and some lula (squid) with catupiry (cream cheese), plus some other small bites. Overall satisfied; it completely met our expectations. Highly recommended
Travessa Damaceno Barreto, 09 - Praia dos Anjos, Arraial do Cabo - RJ, 28930-000, Brazil•https://www.facebook.com/gastronomiapimentarosa

4Sol na cozinha

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Serves fresh, innovative food with lovely coastal views in Arraial do Cabo - a paradise for nature-lovers. With presence at highly-rated restaurants in Buzios like the Thai Sawadee and Casas Brancas Boutique & Spa, Henrique Cruz now makes Sol na Cozinha part of our team.
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This place is so good!!! First of all the place is charming, there is a nice overlook but we mostly went at night so we couldn't see anything. Second, the food. Oh my god the food is delightful! We came here three times in a row and tried different things and not a single bad dish. The flavors are carefully paired, gorgeous gorgeous plates with every meal. The drinks were sometimes a hit or miss but overall really good for the price. For such a place it is not terribly expensive but it is so worth it!! Seriously this place is amazing and the service is incredible
Beautiful atmosphere. Great food. Yummy drinks. Wonderful service - Douglas was a wonderful server, very attentive. Great price point. Best restaurant in Arraial we went to. Recommend getting a reservation as it is a popular spot - as it should be!
Amazing food! Great service! Very friendly stuff and great atmosphere. We love this restaurant and can highly recommend it. And as you can see on the pictures we enjoyed it several times ;)
Easily one of the best restaurants I have eaten in. Every dish and drink me and my partner had was fresh, DELICIOUS and exactly like the pictures in the menu promise. The restaurant itself is beautiful with a chilled and welcoming vibe and friendly staff. I wish I could stay in the city longer to enjoy more of the menu
R. Miguel Ângelo, 55 - Praia Grande, Arraial do Cabo - RJ, 28930-000, Brazil•http://www.solnacozinha.com.br/

5Restaurante Meu Xodó

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Seafood restaurant
This seafood restaurant Meu Xodó is a great place to come and enjoy some authentic Brazilian cuisine. They have been open since 1976, which only adds to the great atmosphere and delicious food. They also offer English, Spanish and Japanese language services, ensuring that everyone can enjoy their meal.
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One of the few places in this wonderful town that you can come in relax and enjoy a authentic good flavorful food. Speaking with the owner I find out that this cozy restaurant has being open since 1976, a great atmosphere and great I mean great food. So if ever come to this amazing town please don’t forget to visit this restaurant. Almost forgot they also speak English, Spanish and Japanese . Must check out.
Average food and average price, very close to the beach. It has some options other than seafood, which is appreciated! They have a menu in English, however, the translation is poorly made. Better to stick with the Portuguese version, if you can!
We didn’t enjoy the Dourado fish with shrimp sauce, it was without seasoning, the sauce was watery. We went for Google reviews but regretted it.
We had the fishfilet with Camarão-Sauce. Price: 85RS for 2. It was quite good but nothing special. You can get cheaper deals. Also the ambient was not nice. Strange feeling when there's not many people - better enjoy a pricy restaurant at the beach, or a cheap one somewhere.
R. Epitácio Pessoa, 26 - Centro, Arraial do Cabo - RJ, 28930-000, Brazil
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