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Photo of Praia Formosa with turquoise pure water surface

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Photo of Praia Formosa with very clean level of cleanliness

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7.1

Good

Praia Formosa

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia Formosa?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Praia Formosa.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Bar da Mangueira is the closest place located 1700 meters from the beach.

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Praia Formosa?

There are 14 places to stay in the Praia Formosa area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Praia Formosa include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2880750&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Pousada Joaripe</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2234124&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Pousada Mangas</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1667165&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Solar de Manguinhos Flat</a></li></ul>

Santa Cruz, Brazil

#102 out of 119 in Espírito Santo

7.1

Good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Praia Formosa • 1.9 km

Map of beach

Bar Bar da Mangueira

9.6 - Exceptional 640m

Bar Texas Beer Bar

920m

Restaurant Recanto do Tô Fraco

9.8 - Exceptional 1.1km

Restaurant Sorveteria e Lanchonete Gramuté

9.2 - Excellent 1.2km

Restaurant Aracruz itaparica

9.6 - Exceptional 1.3km

Bar Bar Do Baiano

9.6 - Exceptional 1.3km

Restaurant Açaí e franguinho do Geovani

9.2 - Excellent 1.4km

Restaurant Machado's Burguer

2.3km

Restaurant Restaurante Sabor da KSA

8.2 - Very good 2.9km

Tourist Attraction Peixe de Metal (MB)

8.8 - Excellent 110m

Tourist Attraction Touro de Metal (MB)

8 - Very good 380m

Tourist Attraction Praia do Riachinho

10 - Exceptional 460m

Tourist Attraction Piscina Natural, Aracruz - ES

9.4 - Excellent 990m

Tourist Attraction Marine Biology Station Augusto Ruschi

9.4 - Excellent 1.3km

Tourist Attraction Praia nossa

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Descanso

10 - Exceptional 1.9km

Tourist Attraction Praia kalifa

2.1km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Maraçapeba

2.3km

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About

Praia Formosa is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 102th place out of 119 beaches in the Espírito Santo region 41.5 km away from its center, the city of Vitoria. It is one of the beaches of Praia Formosa settlement, just 1.9 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Praia Formosa coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities. 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.

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 Rio Preto, which has a rating of 7.7.

Praia Formosa is located in Espírito Santo within Praia Formosa, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

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.

Located within the settlement

Praia Formosa • 1.9 km

Map of beach

Bar Bar da Mangueira

9.6 - Exceptional 640m

Bar Texas Beer Bar

920m

Restaurant Recanto do Tô Fraco

9.8 - Exceptional 1.1km

Restaurant Sorveteria e Lanchonete Gramuté

9.2 - Excellent 1.2km

Restaurant Aracruz itaparica

9.6 - Exceptional 1.3km

Bar Bar Do Baiano

9.6 - Exceptional 1.3km

Restaurant Açaí e franguinho do Geovani

9.2 - Excellent 1.4km

Restaurant Machado's Burguer

2.3km

Restaurant Restaurante Sabor da KSA

8.2 - Very good 2.9km

Tourist Attraction Peixe de Metal (MB)

8.8 - Excellent 110m

Tourist Attraction Touro de Metal (MB)

8 - Very good 380m

Tourist Attraction Praia do Riachinho

10 - Exceptional 460m

Tourist Attraction Piscina Natural, Aracruz - ES

9.4 - Excellent 990m

Tourist Attraction Marine Biology Station Augusto Ruschi

9.4 - Excellent 1.3km

Tourist Attraction Praia nossa

1.8km

Tourist Attraction Praia do Descanso

10 - Exceptional 1.9km

Tourist Attraction Praia kalifa

2.1km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Maraçapeba

2.3km

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Stays nearby

3 accomodations nearby

7.7km from the beach

6.2 Pleasant

Pousada Joaripe

Hotel

Located at nearest locality

Praia Formosa • 9.6km from center

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23km from the beach

8.8 Excellent

Solar de Manguinhos Flat

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Praia Formosa • 24.9km from center

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23.1km from the beach

9 Excellent

Pousada Mangas

Inn

Located at nearest locality

Praia Formosa • 25km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

2.2km

Praia da Biologia Praia da Biologia

7 Good

2.6km

Rio Preto Beach Rio Preto Beach

7.7 Very good

3km

Praia do Descanso Praia do Descanso

7 Good

3.3km

Maracapeba Beach Maracapeba Beach

7.6 Very good

4.1km

Santa Cruz Beach Santa Cruz Beach

7 Good

4.6km

Pontal do Piraque-Acu Beach Pontal do Piraque-Acu Beach

7 Good

4.7km

Enseada Beach Enseada Beach

7.6 Very good

5.8km

Praia dos Coqueiros Praia dos Coqueiros

7.3 Good

Localities

Nearest

Praia Formosa • 1.9km

Main locality of province

Vitoria • 41.5km

Transport

Airport

VIX • 33.1km

Bus Station

Jacaraípe terminal • 19.4km

Train Station

Estação Ferroviária de Fundão • 27.4km

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7.1 Good

Carlo Bianchi

9 Excellent

In September 2021, I had the pleasure of visiting Praia de Formosa, a stunning beach that lies on the edge of the ocean. This beach has a unique charm that is hard to find elsewhere. The sand is absolutely gorgeous, with a texture that is unlike any other beach I have visited. It's soft and inviting, making it the perfect place to lay out and soak up the sun. While the water can be a bit rough at times, it only adds to the excitement of being on the edge of the ocean. Despite the fast sinking sand, I found myself completely enamored with this beach and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a unique and beautiful beach experience.

March 2023

Lucianus.

8 Very good

This beach is amazing, there are plenty of shaded areas and the ocean is calm. However, the only issue is that the water from a nearby river is quite dark.

March 2023

Simeon Quiroz

9 Excellent

Oh my, what a sight for sore eyes! This beach is a real beaut - with a sprawling lawn and a plethora of trees, it's the perfect spot for a family picnic. And let's not forget the calm waters, ideal for little ones to splash around in. Plus, there's a little river running alongside the beach, which seems to be a popular spot for a dip. I reckon the water must be clean, as I saw plenty of people taking a dip. Oh, and did I mention that this beach is conveniently located right in front of the SESC Water Park in Aracruz? Definitely worth a visit - trust me on this one.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Praia Formosa?

The coastline of Praia Formosa 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 Praia Formosa?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Praia Formosa, 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 Praia Formosa good for swimming?

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

Praia Formosa does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

So the overall recommendation of the Praia Formosa for swimming is positive.

Is the Praia Formosa 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 very smooth.

Is the Praia Formosa secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Praia Formosa 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 occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia Formosa?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Praia Formosa.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Bar da Mangueira is the closest place located 1700 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Praia Formosa?

There are 14 places to stay in the Praia Formosa area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Praia Formosa include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

Solar de Manguinhos Flat

How far is the Praia Formosa from parking?

The Praia Formosa 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 Praia Formosa?

There are 4 attractions near Praia Formosa that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Peixe de Metal (MB) located in 0.3 km. See the attractions section for details.