Photo of Arraial do Cabo beach with bright fine sand surface © Todas as Praias Google
Photo of Arraial do Cabo beach with turquoise pure water surface © Florencia Natalia Niz Google
Photo of Arraial do Cabo beach with spacious bay © Gabriela “Gabu” Alvaro Google
Photo of Arraial do Cabo beach with very clean level of cleanliness © Julius e Rochelle Google
Photo of Arraial do Cabo beach amenities area © Miriam Oliveira Toledo Google
Photo of Arraial do Cabo beach and the settlement © Armando Cardozo Google
Photo of Arraial do Cabo beach with bright fine sand surface © Todas as Praias Google
Photo of Arraial do Cabo beach with turquoise pure water surface © Florencia Natalia Niz Google
Photo of Arraial do Cabo beach with spacious bay © Gabriela “Gabu” Alvaro Google
Photo of Arraial do Cabo beach with very clean level of cleanliness © Julius e Rochelle Google
Photo of Arraial do Cabo beach amenities area © Miriam Oliveira Toledo Google
Photo of Arraial do Cabo beach and the settlement © Armando Cardozo Google
Photo of Arraial do Cabo beach backed by cliffs © Lu Re Baz Google
Photo of Arraial do Cabo beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs © André Soares Google
8.5
Excellent

Arraial do Cabo beach

Prainha de Arraial do Cabo

Arraial do Cabo, Brazil
#44 out of 375 in Rio de Janeiro
8.5
Excellent
Located within the settlement
Arraial do Cabo 0.9 km
Map of beach
Restaurant Arraial Prainha Pousada Cantinho Das Pedras
9 - Excellent 60m
Cafe Wignes Alves
2 - Very poor 400m
Cafe Lanchonete Encontro Das Massas
7.2 - Good 420m
Cafe Amoda Café
730m
Restaurant Pimenta Rosa Gastronomia
9.4 - Excellent 740m
Restaurant Hotel Summer e Restaurante Água na Boca
8.6 - Excellent 750m
Cafe Coffe Star
9 - Excellent 760m
Restaurant Rodízio de Pizzas & Massas - Pizzaria Casa da Vovó - Arraial do Cabo
9 - Excellent 760m
Cafe Café Da Manhã
770m

About

Arraial do Cabo beach is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 44th place out of 375 beaches in the Rio de Janeiro region 121.5 km away from its center, the city of Rio de Janeiro. It is one of the beaches of Arraial do Cabo settlement, just 0.9 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains.

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 very crowded place during the season.

Arraial do Cabo beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets, sea pool. 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, diving. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.

Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.

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

8 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia Grande, which has a rating of 8.7.

Arraial do Cabo beach is located in Rio de Janeiro within Arraial do Cabo, 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

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+24 o C +19 o C
Air temperature
6.7 M/S
Wind
+23 o C
Water temperature
1.7 M
Wave height

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Located within the settlement
Arraial do Cabo 0.9 km
Map of beach
Restaurant Arraial Prainha Pousada Cantinho Das Pedras
9 - Excellent 60m
Cafe Wignes Alves
2 - Very poor 400m
Cafe Lanchonete Encontro Das Massas
7.2 - Good 420m
Cafe Amoda Café
730m
Restaurant Pimenta Rosa Gastronomia
9.4 - Excellent 740m
Restaurant Hotel Summer e Restaurante Água na Boca
8.6 - Excellent 750m
Cafe Coffe Star
9 - Excellent 760m
Restaurant Rodízio de Pizzas & Massas - Pizzaria Casa da Vovó - Arraial do Cabo
9 - Excellent 760m
Cafe Café Da Manhã
770m
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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby
110m from the beach
8.5 Excellent

Casa de Hospedes "Guesthouse Prainha"

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Located at nearest locality
Arraial do Cabo  •  930m   from center
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130m from the beach
8.5 Excellent

Condominio Verdes Mares

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Arraial do Cabo  •  910m   from center
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210m from the beach
10 Exceptional

Apartamento na Praia

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Located at nearest locality
Arraial do Cabo  •  840m   from center
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240m from the beach
10 Exceptional

Loft 502 Arraial

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Arraial do Cabo  •  820m   from center
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290m from the beach
9.8 Exceptional
Located at nearest locality
Arraial do Cabo  •  740m   from center
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300m from the beach
9.7 Exceptional
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Arraial do Cabo  •  740m   from center
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Lar doce lar

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Arraial do Cabo  •  740m   from center
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Located at nearest locality
Arraial do Cabo  •  750m   from center
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Dom Yargo II

Entire Apartment
Located at nearest locality
Arraial do Cabo  •  720m   from center
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Located at nearest locality
Arraial do Cabo  •  750m   from center
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Condominio Prainha 15

Entire Apartment
Located at nearest locality
Arraial do Cabo  •  740m   from center
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350m from the beach
9.5 Exceptional
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Arraial do Cabo  •  700m   from center
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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.5 (Excellent)

Arraial do Cabo beach is located in Rio de Janeiro within Arraial do Cabo, 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.

What to do in Arraial do Cabo beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Arraial do Cabo beach 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!

The deeper you dive, the more interesting the surrounding scenery - that's how you can characterize Arraial do Cabo beach, but that doesn't mean that landscapes are uninteresting and it's better to spend all your time underwater. The fact is that one of the key activities on the beach is diving. Here you can scuba dive not only as a professional, but also a beginner, as there are several companies along the coast engaged in diving and diver training. Take advantage.

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Arraial do Cabo beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

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 Arraial do Cabo beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.

In most cases, the question What to do on Arraial do Cabo beach 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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Localities

Arraial do Cabo  •  980m
Rio de Janeiro  •  121.5km

Transport

CFB  •  6.4km
Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa  •  1km
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Bouaoudi Samir
10 Exceptional

This particular beach, my friends, is a true gem. It is immaculate, pristine, and simply stunning. I mean, who wouldn't love it? It's like a paradise on earth. The sand is so soft and silky, you can't help but sink your toes into it. And the water, oh the water, is crystal clear and inviting. It's like a siren's call, luring you in with its beauty. This beach is definitely a must-visit for anyone who appreciates natural beauty and serenity. Trust me, you won't regret it.

March 2023
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Roberta's Wave
10 Exceptional

The water at this beach is simply breathtaking! The beach itself is incredibly beautiful and awe-inspiring. I am in complete awe of this stunning location!

March 2023