Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro is a world famous city, but not all foreign tourists know that it is also a state with no less than 635km of coastline with some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. With the Atlantic Forest biome as a backdrop of lush natural landscapes, Rio is still one of the main cultural in Latin America, with one of the biggest street carnivals in the country and being the birthplace of samba, the musical rhythm that best defines Brazil and the Brazilian.

It turns out that when visiting Rio, tourists will always be in doubt about which beaches to visit. In addition to the most famous ones like Copacabana and Ipanema, located in the state capital, there is much more to be explored by tourists, and our intention is to provide details and information so that everyone can create their ideal travel itinerary.

What should I know in Rio de Janeiro?

And now, where to go: Búzios or Paraty? Ilha Grande or Barra de São João? For these and other doubts, our analyzes include details related to mobility and logistics in general, in addition to helping tourists understand which beach is most suitable for what they are looking for. While a family prefers a quieter and quieter place, preferably with few people and a calm sea, young people like busier beaches, with more options for cultural activities and things like that, and all these details are present in the blog texts .

As a bonus, check out some tips for itineraries along the beaches of Rio:

Ilha Grande and Búzios on the same trip

One of the most paradisiacal and perhaps most underrated places in Brazil is Ilha Grande, and if you are interested in discovering paradisiacal landscapes in the state of Rio, this is a must stop. At the same time, Búzios is a super famous and trendy destination in Rio, and it’s no wonder, with dozens of beaches with breathtaking landscapes and a unique charm.

Know that it is totally possible to unite the two destinations in a single itinerary without wasting much time, since the two places are less than 250km from each other.

Paraty and Rio de Janeiro

With its little streets full of history from colonial Brazil, museums and an atmosphere that exudes culture, and is even home to one of the largest literature festivals in Latin America (FLIP), Paraty is a much sought after destination for those who have access to beauty nature and contact with nature along with knowledge about local history. You can easily spend a few days in the city of Rio, getting to know the most famous beaches, and plan to spend a few days in Paraty.

Copacabana beach

Copacabana beach

Located in the south zone of Rio de Janeiro, Copacabana Beach is the most famous and most visited beach in Brazil and perhaps in the whole world. Known for a long time as the “Little Princess of the Sea”, the place impresses with its imposing strip of ...
Forno beach

Forno beach

As it couldn't be different when it comes to Arraial do Cabo, Forno beach is simply one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. With its blue-green waters – or blue-green – it exudes exuberance and makes you feel in another world.
Forte beach

Forte beach

With an excellent structure and very easy access, Forte beach in Cabo Frio is the perfect place, both for tourists wanting to go for a walk and a dip with their families, and for surfers and sailors looking for an adventure.
Ipanema beach

Ipanema beach

If Copacabana is the most famous beach in Brazil, Ipanema – its neighbor – is the second most famous! Consecrated by the composition of Antônio Carlos Jobim (Girl from Ipanema), this is the most charming beach in the south zone of Rio.
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