Cabo de Santo Agostinho is a municipality located in the state of Pernambuco, in the Northeast region of Brazil. Situated along the Atlantic Ocean, it lies approximately 35 kilometers east of Recife, the state capital, and is part of the Metropolitan Region of Recife. The municipality covers an area of 105.4 square kilometers and had a population of 104,178 residents as of the 2022 Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE) census. Its coastal location makes it a significant hub for both tourism and maritime activities.

The municipality is renowned for its beaches, including Praia do Marco and Praia do Pina, which attract visitors with their natural beauty and recreational opportunities. It hosts cultural events such as the Pernambuco International Film Festival, which highlights regional and global cinema. Historical landmarks, like the Forte de Santo Agostinho, a 17th-century defensive structure, reflect its colonial past. The local economy relies on tourism, fishing, and agriculture, with crops such as coconut and cassava playing a role in regional trade.

Cabo de Santo Agostinho serves as a gateway to the island of Itamaracá, connected by the Hercílio Luz Bridge, a notable engineering landmark. The city is part of the broader urban and economic network of the Recife metropolitan area, facilitating transportation via highways and the Recife International Airport. Its strategic position and cultural heritage contribute to its role as a key destination in Pernambuco’s coastal tourism circuit. The municipality’s governance operates under the Brazilian federal system, with local administrative structures managing public services and infrastructure.