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Photo of Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande - popular place among relax connoisseurs

8.1

Very good

Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande

Água Ferro, Brazil

#165 out of 375 in Rio de Janeiro

8.1

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Beach activities rent Good for Sup surfing

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Located within the settlement

Itacurussa • 2 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Restaurante Bela vista Fazenda

5.4 - Tolerable 170m

Bar Restaurante Araçá Beach

9.6 - Exceptional 5.3km

Restaurant Restaurante da Baiana

9.4 - Excellent 5.4km

Bar Quiosque Parada Certa

9.8 - Exceptional 9.7km

Park Ecologica Do Sahy Reserve

8.5km

Park INEA - Cunhambebe Park

8.9km

Supermarket Casa do Gelo Praia do Sahy

9.7km

Tourist Attraction Praia dos Amores ("Praia da Aguada")

8 - Very good 50m

Tourist Attraction Praia de Axixá

8.4 - Very good 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Maria Russa

9.4 - Excellent 1.3km

Tourist Attraction Montanha Rochosa - Itapecerica.

1.4km

Tourist Attraction Formação Rochosa - Itapecerica

1.5km

Tourist Attraction Praia de Águas Lindas

9.6 - Exceptional 1.9km

Tourist Attraction Mirante de Muriqui

10 - Exceptional 2.6km

Tourist Attraction Poção De Muriqui

2.7km

Tourist Attraction Quatiquara

2.9km

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About

Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 165th place out of 375 beaches in the Rio de Janeiro region 71.7 km away from its center, the city of Rio de Janeiro. It is one of the beaches of Itacurussa settlement, just 2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing, sea kayaking.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

7 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia do Quatiquara, which has a rating of 8.

Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande is located in Rio de Janeiro within Itacurussa, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+24 ^o C +19 ^o C

Air temperature

3.4 M/S

Wind

+24 ^o C

Water temperature

1.3 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Itacurussa • 2 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Restaurante Bela vista Fazenda

5.4 - Tolerable 170m

Bar Restaurante Araçá Beach

9.6 - Exceptional 5.3km

Restaurant Restaurante da Baiana

9.4 - Excellent 5.4km

Bar Quiosque Parada Certa

9.8 - Exceptional 9.7km

Park Ecologica Do Sahy Reserve

8.5km

Park INEA - Cunhambebe Park

8.9km

Supermarket Casa do Gelo Praia do Sahy

9.7km

Tourist Attraction Praia dos Amores ("Praia da Aguada")

8 - Very good 50m

Tourist Attraction Praia de Axixá

8.4 - Very good 1.1km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Maria Russa

9.4 - Excellent 1.3km

Tourist Attraction Montanha Rochosa - Itapecerica.

1.4km

Tourist Attraction Formação Rochosa - Itapecerica

1.5km

Tourist Attraction Praia de Águas Lindas

9.6 - Exceptional 1.9km

Tourist Attraction Mirante de Muriqui

10 - Exceptional 2.6km

Tourist Attraction Poção De Muriqui

2.7km

Tourist Attraction Quatiquara

2.9km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

Casa com churrasq e Wi-Fi na Praia de Itacuruca RJ

1.9km from the beach

8 Very good

Casa com churrasq e Wi-Fi na Praia de Itacuruca RJ

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Itacurussa • 600m from center

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2.1km from the beach

8 Very good

Hotel Porto Marina Rede Mont Blanc

Hotel

Mangaratiba • 500m from center

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2.1km from the beach

7.3 Good

Aguas Lindas de Itacuruca

Inn

Located at nearest locality

Itacurussa • 3.2km from center

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2.1km from the beach

8.9 Excellent

Itacuruca Palace Hotel

Hotel

Mangaratiba • 370m from center

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2.4km from the beach

8.8 Excellent

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Itacurussa • 9.5km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.9 (Very good)

What to do in Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.

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Nearest Beaches

1.8km 23 min walk

Maria Russa Beach Maria Russa Beach

7.9 Very good

1.8km 23 min walk

Itacuruca Beach Itacuruca Beach

7.8 Very good

2.1km

Aguas Lindas Beach Aguas Lindas Beach

7.3 Good

3km

Quatiquara Beach Quatiquara Beach

8 Very good

3.2km

Boi Beach Boi Beach

7.7 Very good

3.9km

Muriqui Beach Muriqui Beach

7.8 Very good

4.4km

Praia do Gato Praia do Gato

8 Very good

5.3km

Estopa Beach Estopa Beach

8.3 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Itacurussa • 2km

Main locality of province

Rio de Janeiro • 71.7km

Transport

Airport

SNZ • 19.3km

Bus Station

Avenida Santana 275, Mangaratiba • 1.9km

Train Station

Santa Cruz • 23.1km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

8.1 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

8.1 Very good

Campos da Silva, Fernando Otávio

10 Exceptional

July 2023

Jukic Josip

2 Very poor

The beach lacks any tourist attractions and it's recommended to bring your own water and food. The local restaurants seem to be overcharging tourists.

July 2023

Çengin.

10 Exceptional

July 2023

BlossomBloom

8 Very good

July 2023

Geldik Co.

10 Exceptional

July 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande?

The coastline of Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

The Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande is also suitable for the following water activities:

Sup surfing (Sup touring)

Is the Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande is partially protected from waves.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande for swimming is very positive.

Is the Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande?

The bar is located right on the Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande.

There are 1 restaurants nearby.Restaurante Bela vista Fazenda is the closest place located 600 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande?

There are 71 places to stay in the Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande from parking?

The Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande?

There are 4 attractions near Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Praia dos Amores ("Praia da Aguada") located in 1 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande?

The month with the highest temperature in Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande is January. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 22°C and water 23°C. See more details in weather section.