Travel Guide Itacuruça

Itacuruçá is an indigenous name meaning "stone of the cross". The city, just 96 km from Rio, is a sleepy place during the week, but comes alive at weekends. The few islands offer beautiful beaches frequented by families, while the mainland is surrounded by hills covered by dense Atlantic forest. Here, you can take a ride on a saveiro or go fishing. A boat trip here, as in many places on the Costa Verde, is a great way to discover or rediscover the beauty of the landscape. The small town offers a number of interesting attractions. If you're looking for peace and quiet, Itacuruça is the place to go at weekends.