Retiro Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Laboratorio Beach
Enjoy the soothing sensation of the warm water at this secluded beach, which lies beside a pair of nuclear reactors.
Abraão Beach
Embark on a boat tour from the wooden pier and relax at the tables of upscale restaurant spilling onto this beach.
Figueira Beach
Descend the tall staircase to this sheltered bay, stay at an inn and take a kayak out on the water.
Anil Beach
Come to this urban beach to enjoy picturesque views of islands and mountains and marvel at a group of huge statues.
Activities
Shared Speedboat Tour - Paradise Island Tour
Full Day Tour to Angra dos Reis and Grand Island
Schooner ride with or without Lunch Included - Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande
Shared Speedboat Ride - Itinerary Super Lagoa Azul
Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Day Trip with Schooner Cruise
Ilha Grande: 6-Hour Speedboat Tour to Blue and Green Lagoons
Our pick of the best Retiro Hotel Deals
Hotel Nacional Inn Angra dos Reis
Great hotel, beautiful view, amazing room, delicious breakfast, wonderful staff!!
Reviewed on 24 Aug 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
Vila Gale Eco Resort de Angra - All Inclusive
Nice place
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2024
Angra Beach Hotel
This is a lovely hotel with friendly staff and clean rooms. We enjoyed our stay overall but were disturbed by noises from 4am every morning (possibly because we were placed on the floor below the restaurant/entertainment area) and also construction noises from 8am every day of our 5 night stay. We ...
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025
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 July 2025
Portobello Resort & Safári
A family oriented resort, ideal if you are travelling with kids. Quality was excellent and the staff helpful with everything. The suites were very spacious and details like the safari and safari-like decoration all over the resort made the stay a beautiful adventure.
Reviewed on 9 May 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Retiro
Ponta do Sapê
If you're spending some time in Ponta do Sapê, Enseada do Retiro and Baía da Ilha Grande are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Bonfim
Travellers like the beaches in Bonfim, and Bonfim Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Tanguá
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Tanguá. You might want to make time for a stop at Figueira Beach or Tanguazinho Beach.
Balneário
While visiting Balneário, you might make a stop by sights like Piratas Mall and Marina Piratas.
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.
