Vila Velha Travel Guide
Angra dos Reis
Popular places to visit
Laboratorio Beach
Enjoy the soothing sensation of the warm water at this secluded beach, which lies beside a pair of nuclear reactors.
Angra dos Reis Port
Watch the lively shipyard action take place at this busy port, see local fishermen at work and dine at casual waterfront restaurants.
Praia Grande
Delight in the stunning views of tropical landscapes, visit idyllic islands and take part in vibrant New Year celebrations at this popular beach.
Lopes Mendes Beach
Go surfing or snorkeling at one of the most beautiful beaches in Brazil after meeting monkeys and parrots in the forest.
Abraão Beach
Embark on a boat tour from the wooden pier and relax at the tables of upscale restaurant spilling onto this beach.
Biscaia Beach
Take boat trips to the surrounding islands and watch the sunset from the pier on this stunning strand backed by verdant hills of palm trees and other exotic vegetation.
Things to do
Angra Dos Reis + Ilha Grande
Tour to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande + Boat trip + Lunch
Full Day Tour to Angra dos Reis and Grand Island
Rio de Janeiro to Angra and Grande Island 1 Day in Escuna with Lunch
Angra dos Reis Full-Day from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch
Guided Tour of Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande with Lunch
Top hotels in Vila Velha
Pousada Mestre Augusto
Hotel Fasano Angra dos Reis
The room was very nice, the beach was very nice and comfortable. Boat experience highly recommended. Not much to do apart from that. Food options very poor. Staff barely speak English.
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025
Vila Gale Eco Resort de Angra - All Inclusive
Lovely location and facilities. Everywhere was very clean. However, rooms were tired and outdated needed refurbishment especially the bathroom.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Samba Angra dos Reis
Door to outside cant be locked, so dirty the smell keeps you awake at night and will make You sick
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2025
Hotel Porto Real
The positives: quiet, nice team, good dinner and breakfast. The negatives: despite much feedback on reviews, WiFi is awful and the general condition of the hotel is not 4****
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
VELINN Pousada Angra Sunset
La habitación no la limpiaban. Hubo alerta de derrumbe y me fui 3 días antes. Jamás me reembolsaron nada, ni siquiera lo preguntaron.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vila Velha
Tanguá
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Tanguá. You might want to make time for a stop at Figueira Beach or Baía da Ilha Grande.
Bonfim
Travellers like the beaches in Bonfim, and Bonfim Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Retiro
While visiting Retiro, you might make a stop by sights like Baía da Ilha Grande and Enseada do Retiro.
Angra dos Reis Centro
If you're spending some time in Angra dos Reis Centro, Angra dos Reis Port and Cais Turistico de Santa Luzia are top sights worth seeing.
Ponta do Sapê
If you're spending some time in Ponta do Sapê, Baía da Ilha Grande and Enseada do Retiro are top sights worth seeing.
Parque das Palmeiras
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Parque das Palmeiras and surrounding area, you can visit Piratas Mall and Anil Beach.
