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Gavea Beach
Praia da Gavea
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About
Gavea Beach is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 5th place out of 375 beaches in the Rio de Janeiro region 11.3 km away from its center, the city of Rio de Janeiro. It is one of the beaches of Rio de Janeiro settlement, just 11.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a long lasting coastline 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, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Gavea Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, showers, toilets. 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 popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding. There are also some surf spots.
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.
5 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia da Joatinga, which has a rating of 8.7.
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Gavea 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.
User reviews
"To be honest, this beach is superior to Copacabana and could even compete with Ipanema. Plus, the sand here is golden and fine."
Jill HumZoneTunes
"This beach is great for a variety of activities, such as walking your dog, swimming, surfing, playing beach soccer, and sunbathing. Additionally, the sand is golden and fine, making it a beautiful place to relax and enjoy the scenery."
Martine Jelena Stavrosky
User reviews
"To be honest, this beach is superior to Copacabana and could even compete with Ipanema. Plus, the sand here is golden and fine."
Jill HumZoneTunes
"This beach is great for a variety of activities, such as walking your dog, swimming, surfing, playing beach soccer, and sunbathing. Additionally, the sand is golden and fine, making it a beautiful place to relax and enjoy the scenery."
Martine Jelena Stavrosky
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What to do in Gavea Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Gavea Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Gavea 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.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Point de Sanca• 2 min walk
- Gavea Beach Club• 3 min walk
- Supermercado Zona Su...• 6 min walk
- Barraca do Bigode• 7 min walk
Attractions
- Voo Livre Rio de Jan...• 2 min walk
- Estilo Voo Livre - A...• 11 min walk
- Brasil Ecotour, Asa...• 11 min walk
- Best Fly River Free...• 12 min walk
Transport
- SDU• 14.3km
- Avenida Niemeyer pró...• 2.8km
- metro• 9.8km
Localities
- Rio de Janeiro• 11.3km
- Rio de Janeiro• 11.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Gavea Beach?
The Gavea 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 Gavea Beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Gavea Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Gavea Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
- Surfing
Activities available on the ground:
- Beach volleyball
Is the Gavea Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
The waves in the Gavea Beach are usually strong.
Is the Gavea 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 Gavea Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Gavea 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
What are the key audiences of Gavea Beach?
Gavea Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Gavea Beach?
The bar is located right on the Gavea Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Point de Sanca is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Gavea Beach?
There are 3349 places to stay in the Gavea Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Gavea Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Gavea Beach from parking?
The Gavea 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 Gavea Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Gavea Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Voo Livre Rio de Janeiro located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Gavea Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Gavea 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.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Gavea Beach (Rio de Janeiro) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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