The biggest draws in Búzios are the natural setting plus the intoxicating mixture of opportunities for relaxation, nightlife, shopping and ocean sports. Cobblestoned Rua das Pedras is Búzios' main venue for shopping, dining and evening entertainment, overflowing with revelers on weekend nights.
Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
17.66 MILES
This stunning island, accessed by boat from Praia dos Anjos, is Arraial do Cabo's top day-trip destination. Praia do Farol, on the protected side of the…
0.47 MILES
Orla Bardot, the eastward continuation of Rua das Pedras, is a delightful winding oceanfront promenade linking the two oldest and most picturesque…
11.77 MILES
Forte São Mateus, a stronghold against pirates, was built between 1616 and 1620 at the eastern end of Praia do Forte to protect the lucrative brazilwood…
12.18 MILES
A must-see for surfing aficionados, this quirky museum near the Cabo Frio waterfront traces the history of the sport through the owner's private…
0.47 MILES
Remarkably realistic-looking fishermen hauling in their nets by sculptor Christina Motta.
President Juscelino Kubitschek Statue
0.52 MILES
Statue of the former Brazilian president by sculptor Christina Motta.
Nearby Búzios attractions
0.47 MILES
Remarkably realistic-looking fishermen hauling in their nets by sculptor Christina Motta.
0.47 MILES
Orla Bardot, the eastward continuation of Rua das Pedras, is a delightful winding oceanfront promenade linking the two oldest and most picturesque…
4. President Juscelino Kubitschek Statue
0.52 MILES
Statue of the former Brazilian president by sculptor Christina Motta.
11.77 MILES
Forte São Mateus, a stronghold against pirates, was built between 1616 and 1620 at the eastern end of Praia do Forte to protect the lucrative brazilwood…
12.18 MILES
A must-see for surfing aficionados, this quirky museum near the Cabo Frio waterfront traces the history of the sport through the owner's private…
17.66 MILES
This stunning island, accessed by boat from Praia dos Anjos, is Arraial do Cabo's top day-trip destination. Praia do Farol, on the protected side of the…