São José
Búzios
Popular places to visit
Rua das Pedras
Spend a relaxed afternoon exploring the charming stores, galleries and cafés of this busy and colorful street, or head to one of the bars here that come alive after dark.
Geriba Beach
Revel in the lively ambiance of the bars and restaurants of one of the most popular beaches in the Búzios region.
Ferradura Beach
The calm waters that lap this gorgeous horseshoe-shaped beach in an upmarket Búzios neighborhood are perfect for swimming, kayaking and snorkeling.
Orla Bardot
Enjoy the ocean views and admire the fascinating statues of iconic figures and fishermen in this walkway tribute to a French diva.
Forno Beach
Hone your photography skills at this beach where the striking and unusual pink tinge to the sand makes for interesting vacation pictures.
Armacao Beach
Look out across the ocean from this golden beach in the liveliest area of Búzios and enjoy views of bobbing boats and a delightful statue.
Things to do
Day Trip to Buzios from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch
From Búzios: Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio Day Trip
Catamaran Boat Tour in Búzios
Guided Tour to Búzios with Boat Tour and Lunch
Top hotels in São José
Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort
"Very well located at the Orla Bardot with many restaurants and steps away from Rua das Pedras."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Green Hoteis
"Café da manhã ok, staff muito simpático, o ponto alto do hotel com certeza. O hotel fica um pouco distante da praia e de alguns pontos de interesse. Mas o ponto mais baixo pra mim foi a conservação do local, precisa de reparos, lençóis e fronhas encardidas, cheiro de mofo no quarto, corredores e ..."
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Bamboo Búzios Hostel
"Terrific location, very small shower in bathroom."
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2025
Own Buzios Beach Hotel
"We had a very mixed experience at Own Búzios. While the staff was initially very kind and the location is excellent conveniently across from a grocery store and easy to get around the room and maintenance issues were disappointing. We were first checked into a room with a shared bathroom despite ..."
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
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
Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava
"Good space"
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around São José
Bosque de Geriba
When in Bosque de Geriba, you can plan a visit to Chapel of Our Lady Desatanudos and Geriba Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Tucuns
If you're spending some time in Tucuns, Tucuns Beach and Reserve Serra das Emerencias are top sights worth seeing.
Porto Belo
Travellers like the beaches in Porto Belo, and Manguinhos Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Campo de Pouso
While there might not be top attractions in Campo de Pouso, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Chapel of Our Lady Desatanudos and Manguinhos Beach.
Praia Rasa
If you're spending some time in Praia Rasa, Manguinhos Beach and Rasa Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Praia de Geribá
If you're spending some time in Praia de Geribá, Geriba Beach and Geriba Lagoon are top sights worth seeing.
