Arpoador
Búzios
Popular places to visit
Rua das Pedras
Spend a relaxed afternoon exploring the charming stores, galleries and cafés of this busy and colorful street, or head to one of the bars here that come alive after dark.
Geriba Beach
Revel in the lively ambiance of the bars and restaurants of one of the most popular beaches in the Búzios region.
Ferradura Beach
The calm waters that lap this gorgeous horseshoe-shaped beach in an upmarket Búzios neighborhood are perfect for swimming, kayaking and snorkeling.
Orla Bardot
Enjoy the ocean views and admire the fascinating statues of iconic figures and fishermen in this walkway tribute to a French diva.
Forno Beach
Hone your photography skills at this beach where the striking and unusual pink tinge to the sand makes for interesting vacation pictures.
Armacao Beach
Look out across the ocean from this golden beach in the liveliest area of Búzios and enjoy views of bobbing boats and a delightful statue.
Things to do
Búzios Trolley Adventure City Tour
Day Trip to Buzios from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch
Catamaran Boat Tour in Búzios
Tour of the most beautiful beaches and islands of Buzios by Buziana Tour
From Búzios: Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio Day Trip
Top hotels in Arpoador
Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort
Own Buzios Beach Hotel
Staff and location was excellent. Hotel has good amenities (pool, restaurant, sauna and steam bath). Rooms and facilities were a bit tired. Needs a scrub and a fresh coat of paint. Breakfast was delicious and generous.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Zendaya Resort Beach Sport & Spa
The beach is minimal but the pool on the beach is amazing. 10/10
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Pousada do Albatroz
Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava
Good space
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Oásis Cabo Frio Hotel
The hotel is good, staff friendly.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Arpoador
Praia Rasa
If you're spending some time in Praia Rasa, Manguinhos Beach and Praia da Marina are top sights worth seeing.
São José
While São José isn't home to many top sights, Tucuns Beach and Geriba Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Porto Belo
Travellers like the beaches in Porto Belo, and Manguinhos Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Campo de Pouso
While there might not be top attractions in Campo de Pouso, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Manguinhos Beach and Geriba Beach.
Enseada do Gancho
While Enseada do Gancho may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tartaruga Beach and Manguinhos Beach.
Manguinhos
You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Manguinhos. You might want to make time for a stop at Manguinhos Beach or Geriba Lagoon.
