Canal Travel Guide
Cabo Frio
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Casa-Atelie Carlos Scliar Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Casa-Atelie Carlos Scliar Museum during your travels in Cabo Frio. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Shopping Park Lagos Mall
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Shopping Park Lagos Mall during your trip to Cabo Frio. Wander the beaches in this relaxing area.
Rua dos Biquínis
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Rua dos Biquínis during your visit to Gamboa.
São Bento Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at São Bento Beach during your travels in Cabo Frio?
Things to do
A day in Arraial do Cabo the Brazilian Caribbean
Arraial do Cabo Tour from Rio de Janeiro
Full-Day Arraial do Cabo Tour with Lunch from Rio de Janeiro
Arraial do Cabo, Brazil's version of the Caribbean.
Arraial do Cabo Full-Day Tour: Brazilian Caribe departing from Rio de Janeiro
Amazing tour of Arraial do Cabo with lunch
Top hotels in Canal
Passagem Concept Hotel e Spa
"Location of the hotel was excellent, easy access to the square with many dining options, beach access was a nice 20 minute walk, once at the beach area there were many shops ranging from food, drug stores and food options. The hotel breakfasts were good, go early as the hot portions went fast but ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Pousada Boulevard
"I really liked it. The cleanliness is very good, and the staff is great. The only thing I didn't like was that the room I stayed in didn't have a mirror, making it difficult to put on makeup. There's also no hairdryer in the rooms. These are small things that make a big difference. Luzia"
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Hotel Solar do Arco
"The staff were fabulous! Helpful with anything you need."
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Samba Bossa Nova Cabo Frio
Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort
"Very well located at the Orla Bardot with many restaurants and steps away from Rua das Pedras."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Green Hoteis
"Café da manhã ok, staff muito simpático, o ponto alto do hotel com certeza. O hotel fica um pouco distante da praia e de alguns pontos de interesse. Mas o ponto mais baixo pra mim foi a conservação do local, precisa de reparos, lençóis e fronhas encardidas, cheiro de mofo no quarto, corredores e ..."
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Canal
São Bento
If you're spending some time in São Bento, Itajuru Canal and Casa-Atelie Carlos Scliar Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Passagem
Travellers like the beaches in Passagem, and Itajuru Canal is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Vila Nova
While visiting Vila Nova, you might make a stop by sights like Cabo Frio Municipal Theater and Aguas Square.
Portinho
You'll enjoy the beaches and shopping in Portinho. You might want to make time for a stop at Shopping Park Lagos Mall or Itajuru Canal.
Jardim Flamboyant
When in Jardim Flamboyant, you can plan a visit to Dunas Beach and Forte Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
