Jacareí to Historic Village of Mambucaba is about 148 road miles (238 km): roughly 4 h 31 min at the wheel if you don't stop.
- Level 4: Do Not Travel in Brazil: informal housing developments (favelas, vilas, comunidades or conglomerados).
Full advisory: Brazil. Advisory issued: Brazil August 31, 2026; checked October 10, 2026.
On the roads, the State Department says:
- Brazil: “Use caution when walking or driving at night.”
| Total distance | 148 mi (238 km) |
|---|---|
| Driving time, no stops | 4 h 31 min |
| Main roads, in order | SP-060 → SP-171 → RJ-165 → BR-101 |
| States on the route | São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro |
| Fuel estimate (car at 25 mpg) | about 5.9 gal; actual use varies by vehicle and traffic |
| Stops listed below | 9 |
On the road from Jacareí to Historic Village of Mambucaba
SP-060 (60 mi) and SP-171 (44 mi) carry about 70% of the 148 miles. It runs through 2 states: São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro. Of the 9 stops listed below, 4 are within a mile of the road.
Roads you'll take from Jacareí to Historic Village of Mambucaba
| Road | Route miles (from–to) | Length, mi | State |
|---|---|---|---|
| local roads | 0–2 | 2 | São Paulo |
| SP-060 | 2–62 | 60 | São Paulo |
| SP-171 | 62–106 | 44 | São Paulo |
| RJ-165 | 106–119 | 13 | Rio de Janeiro |
| BR-101 | 119–144 | 25 | Rio de Janeiro |
| local roads | 144–148 | 4 | Rio de Janeiro |
- Mile 106 of this route: São Paulo → Rio de Janeiro (state line)
Breaking up the drive: stops between Jacareí and Historic Village of Mambucaba
- Right off the route (under 1 mile): Museu Paulista de Antiguidades Mecânicas (mile 22), Basilica of Our Lady of Aparecida (mile 58), Our Lady of Aparecida Museum (mile 58), Praia Grande (mile 126)
- Nature and outdoors: Praia Grande (mile 126), Serra da Bocaina National Park (mile 135)
- Museums and history: Memorial Aeroespacial Brasileiro (mile 10), Museum of Folklore of São José dos Campos (mile 11), Museu Paulista de Antiguidades Mecânicas (mile 22), Basilica of Our Lady of Aparecida (mile 58), Our Lady of Aparecida Museum (mile 58), Museu Forte Defensor Perpétuo (mile 120)
Memorial Aeroespacial Brasileiro
Aircraft such as the Bandeirante and Tucano share space with the VLS-1 rocket, engines, simulators and satellite parts at this memorial to Brazil's aerospace history in São José dos Campos.
Museum of Folklore of São José dos Campos
Exhibitions, a specialized library and a toy library make up the Museum of Folklore, which has focused on Brazilian popular culture since 1997 from its home in São José dos Campos' Parque da Cidade.
Museu Paulista de Antiguidades Mecânicas
Renovated and reopened in 2023, Caçapava's Museu Paulista de Antiguidades Mecânicas dates to 1963 and moved to the city a year later. Its collection includes vintage vehicles and engines.
Basilica of Our Lady of Aparecida
In 1717, fishermen on the Paraíba do Sul River pulled up an image of Our Lady Aparecida. Today it rests in Brazil's National Shrine in Aparecida, a basilica consecrated by Pope John Paul II in 1980.
Our Lady of Aparecida Museum
Archaeological pieces and sacred objects from the region fill the Our Lady of Aparecida Museum, within the Aparecida basilica complex. The museum opened in 1956.
Cairuçu Environmental Protection Area
In the south of Rio de Janeiro state, Cairuçu Environmental Protection Area safeguards a significant remnant of Brazil's Atlantic Forest.
Museu Forte Defensor Perpétuo
Installed in Paraty's Forte Defensor Perpétuo, this history museum focuses on the military, urban and cultural past of the region and its local traditions.
Praia Grande
Praia Grande is a beach in Paraty with access to trails that lead to waterfalls in the surrounding area, making it a handy stop for a walk.
Serra da Bocaina National Park
Serra da Bocaina National Park is a Brazilian national park that straddles the border between Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo states.
Once you reach Historic Village of Mambucaba
Praia do Laboratório
Praia do Laboratório is a beach in the municipality of Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro state, right next to the nuclear power plant.
More drives to Historic Village of Mambucaba
- Guaratinguetá to Historic Village of Mambucaba
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- Pindamonhangaba to Historic Village of Mambucaba
- Taubaté to Historic Village of Mambucaba
- Niterói to Historic Village of Mambucaba
- São José dos Campos to Historic Village of Mambucaba
From Jacareí to other places in Brazil
- Jacareí to Bragança Paulista
- Jacareí to Itu
- Jacareí to Itanhaém
- Jacareí to Mogi Guaçu
- Jacareí to Botucatu
- Jacareí to Araxá
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to drive from Jacareí to Historic Village of Mambucaba?
About 4 h 31 min of driving without stops, over 148 miles.
How far is Historic Village of Mambucaba from Jacareí by car?
About 148 miles (238 km) on the Wayro route. Other map services may show a few miles more or less, depending on where they start and end in each city.
What does the U.S. travel advisory say about the Jacareí to Historic Village of Mambucaba drive?
The U.S. State Department rates Brazil Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Read the full advisory before you go.
Which highways go from Jacareí to Historic Village of Mambucaba?
In order: SP-060, SP-171, RJ-165 and BR-101. The road-by-road table above shows the route miles for each one.
What are good stops between Jacareí and Historic Village of Mambucaba?
Closest to the road: Basilica of Our Lady of Aparecida (basilica, mile 58, 0.4 mi from the route); Our Lady of Aparecida Museum (museum, mile 58, 0.4 mi from the route); Praia Grande (beach, mile 126, 0.2 mi from the route). All stops are described above.
How we put this guide together
Wayro calculates the route from OpenStreetMap road data; mile numbers are positions along this route, not highway markers, and "from the route" distances are straight-line, so the real detour depends on access roads. Stops are chosen from parks, natural sites, museums, historic sites and attractions close to the route: at least one strong stop for each stretch of the drive, then the best-known places nearest the road, up to nine in all. Places that are closed, private or not open to visitors are removed. Place descriptions are written by the Wayro team from official park, museum, tourism and government websites and other published sources. Safety levels and entry rules were checked against the U.S. Department of State on October 10, 2026. Conditions change, so check the linked sources before you travel.
Route data © OpenStreetMap contributors.