Things to do in Ilha Grande

Activities, attractions and tours

Vila do Abraao featuring street scenes and a small town or village as well as a small group of people
Vila do Abraao featuring religious aspects
Vila do Abraao featuring street scenes as well as a small group of people
Vila do Abraao which includes a small town or village and street scenes as well as an individual male
Vila do Abraao which includes a small town or village and street scenes as well as a small group of people

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What to do in Ilha Grande

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Abraao Beach featuring general coastal views and a bay or harbor

Abraão Beach

Embark on a boat tour from the wooden pier and relax at the tables of upscale restaurant spilling onto this beach.

Abraão Beach
Japariz Beach featuring a sandy beach, a bay or harbor and general coastal views

Japariz Beach

Eat the fresh seafood at one of the restaurants and hike through the dense Atlantic rainforest near this remote beach.

Japariz Beach
Saint Sebastian Church which includes a garden, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

Saint Sebastian Church

You can find out about the history of Angra dos Reis with a trip to Saint Sebastian Church. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Saint Sebastian Church

Bananal Beach

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

Bananal Beach

Ruins of Lazareto

After visiting Ruins of Lazareto, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Angra dos Reis. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Ruins of Lazareto

Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Find out about the history of Parnaioca when you take a trip to Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Freguesia de Santana Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Freguesia de Santana Beach during your trip to Angra dos Reis?

Freguesia de Santana Beach

Espaco Zen, Ilha Grande

You can take time to visit Espaco Zen, Ilha Grande during your travels to Angra dos Reis. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Espaco Zen, Ilha Grande

Maguariquecaba Beach

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

Maguariquecaba Beach

Areas of Ilha Grande

Abraao Beach which includes a beach, a bay or harbor and general coastal views

Vila do Abraão

Try the variety of upscale and budget restaurants, arrange scuba diving and enjoy the scenery around Ilha Grande’s urban core.

Vila do Abraão
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Praia Vermelha

Praia Vermelha might not have many top sights, but Aracatibinha Beach and Proveta Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Praia Vermelha
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Ponta dos Castelhanos

If you're spending some time in Ponta dos Castelhanos, Guriri Point and Castelhanos Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.

Ponta dos Castelhanos
Angra dos Reis which includes a sunset, a bay or harbor and boating

Angra dos Reis