Cabo Frio

Cabo Frio, located 150 km north of the city of Rio de Janeiro, on the North Coast (also known as the Lakes Region), is one of the most important tourist destinations in the north of the state of Rio de Janeiro.

Summer in Cabo Frio

Its beaches fill up in high season, which includes Summer and Carnival. Among the most popular beaches, the central Praia do Forte and Praia do Foguete. Boat trips, diving and visiting the islands are among the most popular activities.

Nightlife

Nightlife is also very lively. Shows with well-known names of popular music also take place in Cabo Frio.

History

The city is also one of the oldest in Brazil, with its Fort and its churches from the colonial period.

The state of Rio de Janeiro has a coastline with 635 km in length. It extends from the south of the state of Espirito Santo to the north of the state São Paulo.

The North Coast

North of the city of Rio de Janeiro extends the North Coast (Região dos Lagos), which begins in Maricá and goes until São Francisco do Itabapoana (320 km from Rio de Janeiro). Most appreciated beaches: Cabo Frio and Búzios

• North Coast (Lakes Region)

City of Rio de Janeiro

Most known beaches are Ipanema, Copacabana, Leblon and Barra da Tijuca.

The South Coast

The South Coast (Costa Verde) goes from Mangaratiba to Paraty (248 km from Rio de Janeiro city). Most appreciated beaches are Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande.

• South Coast (Green Coast)

These are among the state of Rio de Janeiro's best beaches. From Rio de Janeiro it is relatively easy to discover these sun and beach paradises. Nautical Sports (diving, surf, cruises) and amazing tours from Brazil's first tourist destination.

• Top Beaches

• Copacabana

• Ipanema

• Leblon