The Couple's Guide to a Weekend in Buzios

The best quality food in Buzios is centered around seafood and fish, but there are plenty of other eating options too. From candlelit dinners paired with smooth wine or a more casual affair of thin-crust pizza and chilled beer, there is a romantic dinner waiting in Buzios for all couples.

Bar do Ze

Rev up the romance by reserving a table for two at Bar do Ze, an upscale restaurant where the views – overlooking the famous Orla Bardot promenade – are second to none. Indulge in creamy risottos or freshly-cooked lobster, while smitten couples can celebrate the romance with a bottle of chilled champagne. A classy interior and sublime service complete the dining experience at this fancy eatery.
Bar do Ze, Av. José Bento Ribeiro Dantas 382, Buzios, Brazil +55 (22) 2623 4986

Primitivo

For couples looking for a low-key dining experience to simply enjoy each other’s company with great food, there are few better places than Primitivo. Located in the heart of buzzing Rua das Pedras, the Italian eatery serves up comforting pasta dishes and hearty gnocchi. Keep it romantically casual by ordering a thin-crust, homemade pizza to share and pair it with one of the extra-cold Brazilian beers from the menu.

Primitivo, Rua das Pedras 60, Buzios, Brazil +55 (22) 2623 4132

Rocka Beach Lounge

Dine on an accomplished seafood dish at Rocka Beach Lounge for an utterly romantic lunch, or turn up the heat with a dozen aphrodisiacal oysters washed down with chilled white wine. After eating, stroll outside to laze on the hillside lounge chairs in the restaurant’s gardens where the spectacular views are sure to make hearts flutter.

Rocka Beach Lounge, R. da Praia 13, Buzios, Brazil +55 (22) 2623 6159

A thriving town next to some of Brazil’s most beautiful coastlines guarantees love-struck couples won’t be short of things to do. From lazy afternoons on tropical beaches to romantic strolls and jaw-dropping sunsets, there are plenty of options to set the scene for romance.

Wander the Orla Bardot promenade

There are few finer places for a romantic stroll than the Orla Bardot. Linger over the sweeping panoramic views of the ocean while taking in one of the quieter spots in Buzios. Peckish couples can drift into any of the cozy restaurants and bars that line the promenade to share typically Brazilian snacks and cold, refreshing beers.

Watch the sunset from the Igreja de Sant’Ana church

Scaling the hillside of Buzios to reach the Sant’Ana church will reward you with a perfectly romantic setting with splendid views overlooking Buzios and the sea. Yet for pure romantic indulgence, settle down arm-in-arm to watch the superb sunset from Buzios’s lofty hills with the charming Sant’Ana church in the background.

Create tropical memories on a stunning boat trip
What could be more romantic than carving out new memories with your loved one? A boat trip to explore some of Buzios’s 20 beaches and countless untouched islands will certainly leave a lasting impression. The on-deck seafood and potent caipirinhas coupled with superb snorkeling spots with potential turtle-sightings will create unforgettable stories you’ll be recalling together for years to come.

Wine and dine at Porto da Barra

The most romantic side of town, Porto da Barra is a waterfront locale with dozens of charming restaurants and buzzing bars. The modern decor of the district coupled with pleasant bay views create a cozy environment in which to sample the fine food on offer at any of the eateries. Feast on Brazilian cuisine for a romantic dinner date, before sipping cocktails on the terrace while watching the unforgettable sunset.

From cozy boutiques to full-on pampering resorts, Buzios has every kind of accommodation option for couples looking to indulge in a romantic break for two.