Botafogo

Botafogo Beach

Praia de Botafogo

Good for Relax
8.1
 / 10 Very good
#165 out of 375
in Rio de Janeiro

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+27 oC +23 oC
Air temperature
4.6 M/S
Wind
+27 oC
Water temperature
0.7 M
Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water
Good
7.4/10
Cover
Pleasant
6.2/10
Cleanliness
Pleasant
6/10
Amenities
Very poor
1.5/10
Booking.com
"The breathtaking beach offers an impeccable vista of the iconic Sugar Loaf and Christ the Redeemer. The scenery is simply stunning and will leave you in awe. The natural beauty of the beach and its surroundings is truly unparalleled, making it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking to immerse themselves in the wonders of nature. The view of the two landmarks is simply m..."
J Cazzy
"The panoramic view of the beach is nothing short of breathtaking, but I can't help but feel that the beach itself could use some improvement. It's not that the beach is bad by any means, but there's a certain je ne sais quoi that seems to be missing. Perhaps it's the lack of amenities or the fact that the sand could be a bit softer. Regardless, I can't deny the allure of the..."
Derek J Hoover-Gonzalez
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Booking.com
"The breathtaking beach offers an impeccable vista of the iconic Sugar Loaf and Christ the Redeemer. The scenery is simply stunning and will leave you in awe. The natural beauty of the beach and its surroundings is truly unparalleled, making it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking to immerse themselves in the wonders of nature. The view of the two landmarks is simply m..."
J Cazzy
"The panoramic view of the beach is nothing short of breathtaking, but I can't help but feel that the beach itself could use some improvement. It's not that the beach is bad by any means, but there's a certain je ne sais quoi that seems to be missing. Perhaps it's the lack of amenities or the fact that the sand could be a bit softer. Regardless, I can't deny the allure of the..."
Derek J Hoover-Gonzalez
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Beach surroundings

Restaurants

  • Refeitório Orgânico 14 min walk
  • Galeto Mania 26 min walk
  • Terra Brasilis 26 min walk
  • Meza Bar 27 min walk

Attractions

  • Villa Lobos Museum 16 min walk
  • Solar de Botafogo 18 min walk
  • Praia do Leme 2.4km
  • Querovoar.net | Rio... 2.4km

Transport

  • SDU 4.3km
  • Botafogo 9 min walk
  • metro 11 min walk

Localities

  • Rio de Janeiro 4.8km
  • Rio de Janeiro 4.8km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Botafogo Beach?

The Botafogo 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 Botafogo Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Botafogo Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Activities available on the ground:

  • Beach volleyball
  • Football (nearby)

Is the Botafogo Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Botafogo Beach is fully protected from waves.

There are a lot of boats in the bay.

Is the Botafogo Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Botafogo Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

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

The following features add extra points:

  • Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Botafogo Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Botafogo Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Refeitório Orgânico is the closest place located 1100 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Botafogo Beach?

There are 3295 places to stay in the Botafogo Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Botafogo Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Botafogo Beach from parking?

The Botafogo 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 Botafogo Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Botafogo Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Villa Lobos Museum located in 1.2 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Botafogo Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Botafogo 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?

Botafogo Beach (Rio de Janeiro) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Botafogo Beach (Rio de Janeiro) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

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