Santa Cruz Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Beach Ubu

Beach Ubu

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Beach Ubu might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Ubu.

Beach Ubu
Penha Convent

Penha Convent

Find out about the history of Vila Velha when you take a trip to Penha Convent. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Penha Convent
Pedra Azul

Pedra Azul

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pedra Azul during your travels in Pedra Azul. Discover the area's mountain views and waterfalls.

Pedra Azul
Manguinhos Beach

Manguinhos Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Manguinhos Beach during your travels in Vitoria?

Manguinhos Beach

Morro Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Morro Beach during your travels in Vitoria? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Morro Beach

Jacaraipe Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Jacaraipe Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Vitoria. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Jacaraipe Beach

Activities

Domingos Martins

Pedra Azul most romantic place in Brazil

NZ$273
per traveller
Pedra Azul most romantic place in Brazil
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Our pick of the best Santa Cruz Hotel Deals

GO INN ARACRUZ

GO INN ARACRUZ

3 out of 5
R. Democrito Moreira, Aracruz, ES
The price is NZ$88 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$88
per night
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Aracruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attraction Ginasio da Arca is located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (45 reviews)
"Bom custo beneficio, café da manhã na média, mas eu não me hospedo mais nesse hotel. Eu e minha esposa trabalhamos com Internet, conseguimos conciliar viagens e trabalho (não somos influenceres) e eles só permitem usar a Internet sem custo por 1 dia, o restante é cobrado."

Reviewed on 23 June 2025

GO INN ARACRUZ
Hotel Praia Sol

Hotel Praia Sol

3 out of 5
Rua Eudólio Cruz, 01 - Bairro Novo, Serra, ES
The price is NZ$119 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$119
per night
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Serra. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Praia Capuba and Praia do Rio Preto ...
7.6/10 Good! (46 reviews)
Top
"Incrível, vista linda, lazer completo, equipe atenciosa, café da manhã com variedades, tudo muito organizado."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2024

Hotel Praia Sol
ibis Aracruz

ibis Aracruz

3 out of 5
Rodovia Democrito Moreira 148, Bairro Sauacu, Aracruz
The price is NZ$115 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
NZ$115
per night
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Aracruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attraction Ginasio da Arca is located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (64 reviews)
Soid and Clean Roadside stay
"Just passing through on way to Bahia. It was an affordable and solid stay. Would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on 11 Dec 2020

ibis Aracruz
BITTI HOTEL Aracruz by Samba

BITTI HOTEL Aracruz by Samba

3 out of 5
Av. Coronel Venancio Flores, 1151, Aracruz, ES
The price is NZ$118 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
NZ$118
per night
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Aracruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Ginasio da Arca and Mosteiro Zen Morro da Virgem ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (50 reviews)
"Hotel confortavel e bolem localizado. Bom atendimento e bom cafe da manha. Nao tem estacionamento disponivel para todosnos hospedes. No geral, uma boa opção de estadia em Aracruz."

Reviewed on 14 July 2025

BITTI HOTEL Aracruz by Samba
Casa Praia da Penha

Casa Praia da Penha

2.5 out of 5
ES-010 #27, Km 35, Praia Formosa, Aracruz, ES
Stay at this vacation home in Aracruz. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Praia do Rio Preto and Praia Capuba are located ...
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Casa Praia da Penha
Pousada Aroeira

Pousada Aroeira

2.5 out of 5
R. Nossa Sra. das Graças, 63, Praia Grande, Fundão, ES, Fundao, ES
Stay at this hotel in Fundao. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Praia Capuba and Praia do Rio Preto are located ...
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Pousada Aroeira
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz

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Praia Grande

While Praia Grande isn't home to many top sights, Praia Capuba and Praia do Rio Preto are some notable places to visit nearby.

Praia Grande
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Nova Almeida

When in Nova Almeida, you can plan a visit to Praia Capuba and Praia do Rio Preto, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Nova Almeida
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Aeroporto

Travellers like the beaches in Aeroporto, and Praia de Camburi is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Aeroporto
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Jardim Camburi

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Jardim Camburi and surrounding area, you can visit Praia de Camburi and Shopping Mestre Alvaro.

Jardim Camburi
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Jardim da Penha

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Jardim da Penha. You might want to make time for a stop at Praia de Camburi or Iemanja Pier.

Jardim da Penha
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Praia do Canto

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Praia do Canto. You might want to make time for a stop at Shopping Day by Day or Namorados Square.

Praia do Canto

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