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Rio’s coast by area

Rio’s beaches

Explore 27 guides to Rio beaches and coastal areas: choose by area, sea conditions, access and time. The city has more options; at the end I’ve included other coastal places named by official sources so they don’t disappear from the map.

Olas junto a Praia do Diabo
A quiet corner and nature

Praia do Diabo (Devil's Beach)

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Sea and coastline at Prainha do Vidigal
Local Spot at the Foot of the Hill

Prainha do Vidigal

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Praia Vermelha with Urca's hills in the background
Charm at the foot of Sugarloaf Mountain

Praia Vermelha

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View of Botafogo Bay and beach
Postcard view of Sugarloaf Mountain

Botafogo Beach

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View of the small Joatinga beach
Exclusive, wild and hidden paradise

Joatinga Beach

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Pequeña ensenada junto a Praia dos Amores, Barra
Calm Waters at the Foot of Joá

Praia dos Amores (Barra)

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OTHER AREAS · OFFICIAL SOURCES

More of Rio’s coastline to keep in mind

Riotur describes more than 30 beach options, and city sources name other coastal areas beyond these 27 guides. I’m listing them as places to explore; not all are ocean beaches, and this does not mean swimming is permitted or recommended. Check access and water quality before setting out.

Ramos public saltwater pool

City Hall describes it as an artificial beach around a public saltwater pool. It is a recreational outing, distinct from swimming in the open sea.

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Praia da Bica · Governador Island

City Hall identifies the waterfront at number 169 as a public-event site. Pair it with an outing around the island and check transport and water conditions.

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Praia da Moreninha · Paquetá

City Hall records Pedra da Moreninha and conservation work on the island. Pair the beach with a heritage walk around Paquetá; check your return connection and water conditions.

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Sepetiba Beach

The city shoreline also includes the historic Molhe Imperial de Pedra. Check water quality, transport and services separately.

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Praia da Guanabara · Governador Island

City Hall records this Freguesia stretch by Pedra da Onça in municipal activities. Before swimming, check INEA’s bulletin and local signs.

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Praia da Engenhoca · Governador Island

Comlurb lists it among the island’s beaches. Pair it with a visit around Ribeira; check access, services and INEA’s bulletin before planning to swim.

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Praia da Imbuca · Paquetá

The city’s heritage inventory records this Paquetá place name. Use it as an island reference and verify practical access and water quality with INEA.

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Praia José Bonifácio · Paquetá

The Darke de Mattos Municipal Natural Park begins at the end of this stretch, with a trail and viewpoint. Pair the shoreline with nature and check park rules, return transport and water conditions.

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Praia da Brisa · Guaratiba

City Hall also identifies Praia da Brisa on Guaratiba’s coast. It is a local shoreline distinct from the wild beaches; verify transport, services and water quality before adding it to an itinerary.

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