Porto do Carro Travel Guide
Cabo Frio
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Day Trip to Buzios from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch
Arraial do Cabo Tour from Rio de Janeiro
A day in Arraial do Cabo the Brazilian Caribbean
One Day Tour to Buzios departing from Rio de Janeiro - Costa do Sol
Búzios - Boat Trip Leaving Rio with Lunch, Transport and Tour Guide
Top hotels in Porto do Carro
Own Buzios Beach Hotel
We had a very mixed experience at Own Búzios. While the staff was initially very kind and the location is excellent conveniently across from a grocery store and easy to get around the room and maintenance issues were disappointing. We were first checked into a room with a shared bathroom despite ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort
I stayed in a high-end executive suite at this hotel for 7 days, expecting a comfortable and relaxing experience while attending a friend’s wedding. Unfortunately, the stay turned into a complete disappointment. Throughout the entire week, we had no hot water in the shower—something that should be ...
Reviewed on 5 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
Pousada Xerxes
Nossa estadia foi muito boa! Observei alguns pontos que podem ser melhorados, como mais limpeza nos banheiros, e melhores condiçoes do colchão/cama box. Suas laterais estavam rasgadas, não causando boas impressões. No mais, tudo nos atendeu! Esperamos voltar assim que possível. Abraços e ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava
Good space
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Bamboo Búzios Hostel
Terrific location, very small shower in bathroom.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Porto do Carro
Portinho
You'll enjoy the beaches and shopping in Portinho. You might want to make time for a stop at Lagoa de Araruama or Shopping Park Lagos Mall.
Canal
If you're spending some time in Canal, Lagoa de Araruama and Rua dos Biquínis are top sights worth seeing.
Jardim Excelsior
When in Jardim Excelsior, you can plan a visit to Shopping Park Lagos Mall and Rua dos Biquínis, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Vila Blanche
While Vila Blanche may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Forte Beach and Dunas Beach.
São Bento
If you're spending some time in São Bento, Itajuru Canal and Casa-Atelie Carlos Scliar Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Jardim Flamboyant
When in Jardim Flamboyant, you can plan a visit to Dunas Beach and Forte Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
