Audio Guide of the Surf Museum

The International Surf Museum is located in Praça da Cidadania in Cabo Frio, facing the beach. It generally opens from Tuesday to Sunday in the late afternoon and evening (5:00 pm to 10:00 pm), perfect for visiting after a day at the beach; check for updates on its official Instagram.

Admission to the museum is completely free, making it an essential and accessible stop for any budget. It is an open cultural space run with great passion to share the history of the sport.

We recommend setting aside between 45 and 60 minutes to explore the exhibition at a relaxed pace. If you are a surf enthusiast, you may spend longer appreciating the details of the more than 800 historic boards in the collection.

This museum holds the largest surf collection in Latin America and one of the largest in the world, curated by Telmo Moraes. It documents the evolution of surfing with unique pieces, photographs, and equipment that tell the story of decades of beach culture and sport.

Cabo Frio is excellent year-round, but the museum is especially enjoyable at sunset, when activity in Praça da Cidadania comes alive. Going outside the high season months (December to February) will allow you to see the exhibitions more calmly and without crowds.

Yes, the museum is easily accessible because it is on the ground floor and has wide corridors suitable for wheelchairs. Its location in the square is flat and paved, making access easier.

You are strategically located opposite the famous Forte Beach. Just a few minutes away on foot, you will find the historic Saint Matthew Fort, perfectly combining culture and nature in a single outing.

Do not just look at the boards—read the descriptions, which tell fascinating stories about their original owners. Bring a camera or phone, as the venue’s retro aesthetic offers unique and highly Instagrammable photo opportunities.