# Things to do in Búzios: beaches, boat trips and Rua das Pedras

> Things to do in Búzios: catamaran cruise for €28, trolley tour (4.3/5, 80 reviews), natural pools and Arraial do Cabo day trips. Real prices and tips.

Updated: 2026-11-15 · https://toursbrasil.com/things-to-do-in-buzios/ · Tours Brasil

The best **things to do in Búzios** happen on the water: a [catamaran cruise](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/buzios/?q=catamaran#todas) (€28, 4.0/5 from 72 reviews, with pickup), a [schooner trip around the beaches](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/buzios/?q=goleta#todas) (from €12), the [town trolley tour](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/buzios/?q=tranvia#todas) (€27, 4.3/5 from 80 reviews) and a [natural pools walk](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/buzios/?q=piscinas#todas) (€39, 4.1/5). At night, head to Rua das Pedras. The catalogue lists 41 activities in and around Búzios, from €12, with a median price of €52.

Prices, ratings and review counts updated on November 9, 2026 from the GetYourGuide catalogue. Tours Brasil is a GetYourGuide affiliate: booking through our links costs you the same and we earn a small commission.

Búzios is a peninsula about 170 km east of Rio de Janeiro with more than 20 beaches: sheltered coves such as Azeda and João Fernandes, Geribá for surfing and Ferradura for families. Days are spent in the sea; evenings on the Orla Bardot waterfront and the restaurants of Rua das Pedras. Prices and ratings below come from the Tours Brasil catalogue of [things to do in Búzios and Arraial do Cabo](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/buzios/).

## The 10 best things to do in Búzios

- **Town trolley tour** — €27, 4.3/5 from 80 reviews, 2 hours with pickup. The most-reviewed activity in Búzios and an easy way to see the viewpoints and main beaches.
- **Catamaran cruise** — €28, 4.0/5 from 72 reviews, 3 hours with pickup. Swim stops at coves that look best from the sea.
- **2.5-hour schooner trip** — €22, 3.8/5 from 68 reviews. The classic beach cruise; modest rating, low price.
- **Secret natural pools and eco walk** — €39, 4.1/5 from 39 reviews, 3 hours. Coastal trails and clear rock pools.
- **Schooner with 3 stops** — €16, 4.1/5 from 27 reviews, 2.5 hours. Better rated than the one above and even cheaper.
- **Private speedboat to 2 islands and 11 beaches** — €438 per group, 5.0/5 from 18 reviews, 4–7 hours with pickup. The top-rated experience.
- **Scuba diving experience** — €84, 4.3/5 from 10 reviews, 3 hours. A guided dive off the peninsula.
- **Town and beaches tour with lunch** — €43, 4.6/5 from 6 reviews, 7–13 hours.
- **Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio day trip** — €71, 3.7/5 from 59 reviews, 7 hours with pickup in Búzios.
- **Best beaches schooner** — €12, 4.0/5 from 4 reviews, 2.5 hours. The lowest price in Búzios.

More ideas: a [samba show with a welcome drink](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/buzios/?q=samba#todas) (€35, 4 hours with pickup, no reviews yet), a [boat, lunch and buggy combo](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/buzios/?q=buggy#todas) (€56, 6 hours) and a [catamaran with a DJ](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/buzios/?q=dj#todas) (€20, 3 hours).

## Quick comparison: price, rating and pickup

| Activity | From | Rating | Reviews | Duration | Spanish guide | Pickup | 
| Town trolley tour | €27 | 4.3/5 | 80 | 2 h | Yes | Yes | 
| Catamaran cruise | €28 | 4/5 | 72 | 3 h | Yes | Yes | 
| 2.5-hour schooner trip | €22 | 3.8/5 | 68 | 2,5 h | Yes | No | 
| Natural pools and eco walk | €39 | 4.1/5 | 39 | 3 h | Yes | No | 
| Schooner with 3 stops | €16 | 4.1/5 | 27 | 2,5 h | No | No | 
| Private speedboat: 2 islands, 11 beaches | €438 (group) | 5/5 | 18 | 4-7 h | No | Yes | 
| Scuba diving experience | €84 | 4.3/5 | 10 | 3 h | Yes | No | 
| Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio | €71 | 3.7/5 | 59 | 7 h | Yes | Yes | Catalogue data as of November 9, 2026

## How to plan your days

### A weekend

Take the [trolley tour](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/buzios/?q=tranvia#todas) on day one to get your bearings; on day two, a morning [catamaran](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/buzios/?q=catamaran#todas) and an afternoon on João Fernandes or Ferradura beach. Dinner on Rua das Pedras.

### Nature and clear water

The [natural pools walk](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/buzios/?q=piscinas#todas) (€39) and [scuba diving experience](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/buzios/?q=buceo#todas) (€84) are the picks, plus a day in [Arraial do Cabo](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/buzios/?q=arraial#todas), under an hour away, with the clearest water on the Rio coast. See our [Arraial do Cabo day trip](https://toursbrasil.com/arraial-do-cabo-day-trip/) guide.

### Couples and groups

The [private speedboat](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/buzios/?q=lancha#todas) (€438 per group, 5.0/5) is the best-rated experience; split between six people it comes to about €73 each, pickup included.

## 3-day Búzios itinerary

**Day 1:** the [trolley tour](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/buzios/?q=tranvia#todas) (€27), an afternoon at Azeda or João Fernandes and a night on Rua das Pedras. Activities: €27.

**Day 2:** a morning [catamaran](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/buzios/?q=catamaran#todas) (€28) and the [natural pools walk](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/buzios/?q=piscinas#todas) (€39), with sunset on the Orla Bardot. Activities: €67.

**Day 3:** the [Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio day trip](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/buzios/?q=arraial#todas) (€71, pickup included). Activities: €71.

That is €165 per person in activities over three days. Budget version: swap the catamaran for the [3-stop schooner](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/buzios/?q=goleta#todas) (€16) and spend day three on the beaches: €82 in total.

## How much do activities in Búzios cost?

- **Schooners and catamarans**: €12–28 per person, 2.5–3 hours.
- **Town trolley tour**: €27.
- **Natural pools walk**: €39.
- **Tours with lunch**: €43–56.
- **Scuba diving**: €84 from Búzios (€127 departing from Rio).
- **Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio day trip**: €71.
- **Private speedboat**: €438 per group.

The median activity in the area costs €52, less than in Rio. Hotels and dinners in Búzios are pricey, but time on the water is cheap.

## Plan your trip

**Getting there:** Búzios is about 170 km from Rio, 2.5–3 hours by road depending on traffic leaving the city. Take a bus, a hire car or a transfer; a [private transfer for 4–6 passengers](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/buzios/?q=traslado#todas) costs €212 per group. If you only have a day, see our [Búzios day trip from Rio](https://toursbrasil.com/buzios-day-trip-from-rio/) guide. **Getting around:** the centre is walkable; for Geribá or Tucuns use water taxis from Armação beach, taxis or ride-hailing apps. Renting a buggy is a Búzios classic.

**When to go:** Búzios is drier and sunnier than the rest of the Rio coast. December to March is high season; April to June and September to October are quieter with good weather. **Where to stay:** the centre and Rua das Pedras for nightlife on foot, Ferradura and João Fernandes for calm family beaches, Geribá for a young surf scene.

## Practical tips

- Schooner trips have modest ratings (3.8–4.1/5); the catamaran or private speedboat are the safer picks.
- Book ahead for summer, New Year and Carnival, when Búzios fills up.
- Carry some cash for water taxis and beach stalls.
- 32 of the 41 activities list a **Spanish-speaking guide** and 18 include pickup; check each page for English.
- When the wind blows from the south, pick a beach on the opposite side of the peninsula.

## FAQ

### How many days do you need in Búzios?

Two days cover the town, a boat trip and a couple of beaches. Three let you add Arraial do Cabo.

### What is the top-rated activity in Búzios?

The private speedboat to 2 islands and 11 beaches (5.0/5 from 18 reviews). The most-reviewed is the town trolley tour (4.3/5 from 80 reviews).

### What is Rua das Pedras?

The cobbled main street of Búzios, lined with restaurants, bars and shops, and the heart of its nightlife alongside the Orla Bardot.

### How do I get from Rio to Búzios?

By road: about 170 km and 2.5–3 hours, by bus, hire car or transfer.

### How much is a boat trip in Búzios?

€12–28 for a shared schooner or catamaran; €438 per group for a private speedboat.

### Do I need a visa for Brazil?

Since 10 April 2025, US, Canadian and Australian citizens need an e-visa to visit Brazil. UK and EU passport holders do not need a visa for tourist stays of up to 90 days. Always check the official Brazilian consulate website before travelling.

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