Vila Nova Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Arraial do Cabo, Brazil's version of the Caribbean.
A day in Arraial do Cabo the Brazilian Caribbean
Buggy Tour in Arraial do Cabo by Arraial Viagens
Our pick of the best Vila Nova Hotel Deals
Apart Hotel Porto Príncipe
Muy amable la atención de todo el personal Todo perfecto siempre volveremos !!
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
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
Hotel Paradiso del Sol
Beautiful location, amazing views, very helpful and friendly staff, especially Juliana on reception. The pool was great, there were lots of chairs and loungers. We liked the breakfast and the welcome drink- the best caiparinhas we have had in Brazil! Our room was nice and we loved the balcony. Lots ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Passagem Concept Hotel e Spa
Great location, nice staff, spacious rooms
Reviewed on 16 July 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Vila Nova
Algodoal
If you're spending some time in Algodoal, Dunas Beach and Forte Beach 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.
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.
Jardim Flamboyant
When in Jardim Flamboyant, you can plan a visit to Dunas Beach and Aguas Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
São Bento
If you're spending some time in São Bento, Itajuru Canal and Casa-Atelie Carlos Scliar Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Canal
If you're spending some time in Canal, Rua dos Biquínis and Itajuru Canal are top sights worth seeing.