Photo of Vidigal Beach with bright fine sand surface

Photo of Vidigal Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Vidigal Beach with spacious bay

Photo of Vidigal Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Vidigal Beach and the settlement

Photo of Vidigal Beach surrounded by mountains

Photo of Vidigal Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

7.8

Very good

Vidigal Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Vidigal Beach?

The bar is located right on the Vidigal Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Atelier Café is the closest place located 400 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Vidigal Beach?

There are 3497 places to stay in the Vidigal Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Vidigal Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1840106&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hostel Sol & Mar</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2534949&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Apartamento Rita Ludolf</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6923796&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Mc Flats Leblon Inn</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3403827&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Omar do Rio - V102 Moderno Qto&Sala com Vista Cinematografica, Garagem, Piscina e Sauna, Internet ra</a></li></ul>

Praia do Vidigal

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

#234 out of 375 in Rio de Janeiro

7.8

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright fine sand Fine sand bottom Short walking distance Parking nearby

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Located within the settlement

Rio de Janeiro • 9.4 km

Map of beach

Cafe Atelier Café

8 - Very good 350m

Bar Boteco Boa Praça

9.2 - Excellent 660m

Cafe Espaço Vida Saudável (EVS) Herbalife Vidigal

10 - Exceptional 660m

Restaurant Nam Thai

9 - Excellent 770m

Bar Jobi

8.6 - Excellent 780m

Bar Boteco Rainha

8.8 - Excellent 880m

Restaurant Talho Capixaba

9.2 - Excellent 900m

Restaurant Alto Vidigal Brasil

8.8 - Excellent 1000m

Restaurant Mirante do Arvrão

9.2 - Excellent 1km

Park Parque Natural Municipal Dois Irmãos - Dois Cariocas - Sérgio Bernardes e Alfredo Sirkis

320m

Park Parque das Figueiras - Lagoa Rodrigo De Freitas

2.2km

Park Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro

2.4km

Park Parque dos Patins

2.5km

Park Square Nossa Senhora da Paz

2.7km

Park Praça General Osório

3.4km

Park Parque Natural Municipal da Catacumba

3.5km

Park Parque Lage

4.1km

Park Monumento Memorial às Vítimas do Holocausto

6.9km

Supermarket Zona Sul

910m

Supermarket Supermercado Zona Sul - Leblon, Rua Carlos Gois

1.4km

Supermarket Pão da Açucar Supermarket

1.4km

Grocery Store Zona Sul Supermarket

2km

Supermarket Zona Sul Supermarket

3km

Supermarket Zona Sul Supermarket

3.5km

Grocery Store Supermercado Zona Sul - (Rainha Elizabeth)

3.9km

Supermarket Pão de Açúcar

4.4km

Grocery Store Supermercado Zona Sul - (Copacabana / Nossa Sra. de Copacabana)

4.5km

Tourist Attraction Instituto Moreira Salles

9.6 - Exceptional 1.3km

Tourist Attraction Solar Grandjean de Montigny - PUC-Rio University Museum

9.6 - Exceptional 1.3km

Tourist Attraction Fundação Planetário da Cidade do Rio de Janeiro

9 - Excellent 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Gruta da Imprensa

8.8 - Excellent 1.8km

Tourist Attraction Casa de Cultura Laura Alvim

9.2 - Excellent 3.3km

Tourist Attraction Voo Livre Rio de Janeiro

10 - Exceptional 3.3km

Tourist Attraction Atelie Claudia Melli

9.6 - Exceptional 3.4km

Tourist Attraction Mirante das Canoas

9 - Excellent 3.7km

Tourist Attraction Ponte Amarela

9.4 - Excellent 3.7km

Stadium Maracanã

8.7km

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About

Vidigal Beach is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 234th place out of 375 beaches in the Rio de Janeiro region 9.4 km away from its center, the city of Rio de Janeiro. It is one of the beaches of Rio de Janeiro settlement, just 9.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine 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.

Vidigal Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, sea pool. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

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

5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia da Gavea, which has a rating of 8.8.

Vidigal Beach is located in Rio de Janeiro within Rio de Janeiro, 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

+23 ^o C +20 ^o C

Air temperature

4.8 M/S

Wind

+23 ^o C

Water temperature

1.4 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Rio de Janeiro • 9.4 km

Map of beach

Cafe Atelier Café

8 - Very good 350m

Bar Boteco Boa Praça

9.2 - Excellent 660m

Cafe Espaço Vida Saudável (EVS) Herbalife Vidigal

10 - Exceptional 660m

Restaurant Nam Thai

9 - Excellent 770m

Bar Jobi

8.6 - Excellent 780m

Bar Boteco Rainha

8.8 - Excellent 880m

Restaurant Talho Capixaba

9.2 - Excellent 900m

Restaurant Alto Vidigal Brasil

8.8 - Excellent 1000m

Restaurant Mirante do Arvrão

9.2 - Excellent 1km

Park Parque Natural Municipal Dois Irmãos - Dois Cariocas - Sérgio Bernardes e Alfredo Sirkis

320m

Park Parque das Figueiras - Lagoa Rodrigo De Freitas

2.2km

Park Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro

2.4km

Park Parque dos Patins

2.5km

Park Square Nossa Senhora da Paz

2.7km

Park Praça General Osório

3.4km

Park Parque Natural Municipal da Catacumba

3.5km

Park Parque Lage

4.1km

Park Monumento Memorial às Vítimas do Holocausto

6.9km

Supermarket Zona Sul

910m

Supermarket Supermercado Zona Sul - Leblon, Rua Carlos Gois

1.4km

Supermarket Pão da Açucar Supermarket

1.4km

Grocery Store Zona Sul Supermarket

2km

Supermarket Zona Sul Supermarket

3km

Supermarket Zona Sul Supermarket

3.5km

Grocery Store Supermercado Zona Sul - (Rainha Elizabeth)

3.9km

Supermarket Pão de Açúcar

4.4km

Grocery Store Supermercado Zona Sul - (Copacabana / Nossa Sra. de Copacabana)

4.5km

Tourist Attraction Instituto Moreira Salles

9.6 - Exceptional 1.3km

Tourist Attraction Solar Grandjean de Montigny - PUC-Rio University Museum

9.6 - Exceptional 1.3km

Tourist Attraction Fundação Planetário da Cidade do Rio de Janeiro

9 - Excellent 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Gruta da Imprensa

8.8 - Excellent 1.8km

Tourist Attraction Casa de Cultura Laura Alvim

9.2 - Excellent 3.3km

Tourist Attraction Voo Livre Rio de Janeiro

10 - Exceptional 3.3km

Tourist Attraction Atelie Claudia Melli

9.6 - Exceptional 3.4km

Tourist Attraction Mirante das Canoas

9 - Excellent 3.7km

Tourist Attraction Ponte Amarela

9.4 - Excellent 3.7km

Stadium Maracanã

8.7km

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Located at nearest locality

Rio de Janeiro • 8.6km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.7 (Excellent)

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Nearest Beaches

1.3km 18 min walk

Leblon Beach Leblon Beach

8.7 Excellent

Popular beach 2.9km

Ipanema Beach Ipanema Beach

8.7 Excellent

3.3km

Gavea Beach Gavea Beach

8.8 Excellent

4.1km

Arpoador Beach Arpoador Beach

8.7 Excellent

4.5km

Praia do Diabo Praia do Diabo

8.2 Very good

Popular beach 5.3km

Copacabana Beach Copacabana Beach

9.6 Exceptional

6.4km

Joatinga Beach Joatinga Beach

8.7 Excellent

6.8km

Amores Beach Amores Beach

7.9 Very good

Localities

Nearest

Rio de Janeiro • 9.4km

Main locality of province

Rio de Janeiro • 9.4km

Transport

Airport

SDU • 11.6km

Bus Station

Avenida Niemeyer próximo ao 174-202 • 330m

Train Station

metro • 6.8km

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7.8 Very good

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7.8 Very good

Jen Bronson

8 Very good

Ah, behold the petite yet picturesque beach. It's a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leblon. Only the Vidigal residents and Sheraton tourists are privy to its serene ambiance. You'll find a handful of Barracas selling the essentials - beer and caiprinhas, and a few vendors peddling kangas and swimwear. But that's all you need for a tranquil day out. And if you're feeling adventurous, catch some waves while you're at it. Oh, and don't forget to watch the kids bravely leap from the towering rock into the water. It's a sight to behold.

March 2023

Thierry Silver

2 Very poor

The beach was a complete disappointment. The sand was dirty and littered with trash, making it impossible to walk without stepping on something unpleasant. The water was murky and uninviting, with a strange smell that made me hesitant to even dip my toes in. The crowds were overwhelming, with loud music and rowdy groups of people ruining any chance of relaxation. Overall, I would not recommend this beach to anyone looking for a peaceful and enjoyable experience.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Vidigal Beach?

The Vidigal Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Vidigal Beach?

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

Is the Vidigal Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

The waves in the Vidigal Beach are usually strong.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Vidigal Beach 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 pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Vidigal Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Vidigal Beach 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.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Vidigal Beach?

The bar is located right on the Vidigal Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Atelier Café is the closest place located 400 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Vidigal Beach?

There are 3497 places to stay in the Vidigal Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Vidigal Beach include:

Hostel Sol & Mar

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Vidigal Beach from parking?

The Vidigal Beach 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 Vidigal Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Vidigal Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Instituto Moreira Salles located in 1.4 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Vidigal Beach?

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