Taio
Arraial do Cabo
Popular places to visit
Daniel Barreto de Marco Square
Bars and restaurants surround this tree-lined central square where artisans hawk their wares at market stalls and locals meet friends and family.
Our Lady of Remedies Church
This 500-year-old church is one of Brazil’s oldest religious landmarks and the location for a lively annual celebration that honors the city’s patron saint.
Cova Square
Cova Square is just one of the places to see in Arraial do Cabo, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the beaches or visit the churches while you're in the area.
Atalaia Viewpoint
Magnificent sea views and glorious sunsets reward those that hike, bike and drive to this hilltop lookout. Have your camera poised to snap postcard-worthy photos of incredible coastal landscapes.
Praia Grande
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia Grande during your trip to Arraial do Cabo? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Prainha Beach
Bathe in glorious waters, hike to secluded coves and enjoy wonderful views from the seafront bars at this central beach.
Things to do
The best Arraial do Cabo's Tour: Brazilian Caribbean
Boat Trip in Arraial do Cabo by Arraial Viagens
Full-Day Arraial do Cabo Tour with Lunch from Rio de Janeiro
A day in Arraial do Cabo the Brazilian Caribbean
Top hotels in Taio
Capitão n'Areia Pousada
The location is one of the best in the area, and the staff is really nice. Shoutout to Juan for running the best restaurant, right next to the hotel—the best food we ate around here at the most reasonable prices. Breakfast is also provided by the same restaurant, so expect a good one. Outside, you’ll ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2025
Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort
Great pool. Short walk to town and beaches
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2024
Hotel Ilha Branca Inn
No se ingles
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2025
Búzios Beach Resort by WAM Experience
Estuvimos tres días en julio. Todo estuvo perfecto, el servicio, la habitación bien amplia, la piscina, el desayuno. Nada que corregir.
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
Hotel La Plage
Hotel esta abandonado, cama desconfortavel, ar condicionado nao funciona, roupa de cama tinha marcas de maquiagem, tive que ir no shopping comprar fronha de travesseiro e toalhas, chuveiro ruim, cafe da manha e pessimo pior que ja vi, de pao dormido, frutas passadas, com suco de pozinho (nao e natural) ...
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2025
Paradiso Corporate - Cabo Frio
I arrived a day early due to my own mixup with travel dates from the UK. Staff at reception were super friendly and helpful the hotel was full I’m not sure how but they managed to accommodate me after a few internal conversations. All the staff were so helpful as my Portuguese is minimal. Europe ...
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Taio
Praia dos Anjos
While Praia dos Anjos isn't home to many top sights, Forno Beach and Anjos Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Arraial do Cabo Centro
While visiting Arraial do Cabo Centro, you might make a stop by sights like Arraial do Cabo Municipal City Hall and Boa Vista Viewpoint.
Prainha
You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in Prainha. You might want to make time for a stop at Prainha Beach or Old Park.
Praia Grande
If you're spending some time in Praia Grande, Praia Grande and Flávia Alessandra Statue are top sights worth seeing.
