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Praia de Itacoatiara
Itacoatiara Beach
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About
Praia de Itacoatiara is in the 2th place out of 375 beaches in the Rio de Janeiro region 19.3 km away from its center, the city of Rio de Janeiro. It is one of the beaches of Itaipuacu settlement, just 2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a spacious coastline with turquoise water and pure golden 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 etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Praia de Itacoatiara coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets, sea pool. 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. 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.
4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia de Camboinhas, which has a rating of 8.8.
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Key features
Beach overall scores
Praia de Itacoatiara is located in Rio de Janeiro within Itaipuacu, 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
"The beach boasts a serene and picturesque atmosphere, with its golden, fine sands adding to its natural charm."
Davi Reis Marcosson
"The spot is an ideal spot for families with children or for those who prefer calmer waters than the main beach. I absolutely adore this place! Additionally, the beach boasts of golden, fine sand."
Maiton_RSK
User reviews
"The beach boasts a serene and picturesque atmosphere, with its golden, fine sands adding to its natural charm."
Davi Reis Marcosson
"The spot is an ideal spot for families with children or for those who prefer calmer waters than the main beach. I absolutely adore this place! Additionally, the beach boasts of golden, fine sand."
Maiton_RSK
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15.4km from center
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13.8km
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13.9km
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Itaipuacu
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15.5km from center
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13.9km
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- Perfect for swimming
- Swimming area with natural barriers
- Tidal pool
- Depth increase - moderate
- Protected from waves - some areas
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What to do in Praia de Itacoatiara? 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 Praia de Itacoatiara 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!
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Padaria verzales• 13 min walk
- Cervejaria Itaipu• 16 min walk
- CASA DA SOGRA• 16 min walk
- Pli on board• 16 min walk
Attractions
- Avenida beira mar it...• 3 min walk
- Praia de Itacoatiara...• 4 min walk
- Pampo Rock• 7 min walk
- Prainha de Itacoatia...• 8 min walk
Transport
- SDU• 15km
- BRS 1,3 - Avenida No...• 15km
- metro• 15.6km
Localities
- Itaipuacu• 2km
- Rio de Janeiro• 19.3km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Praia de Itacoatiara?
The Praia de Itacoatiara is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise.
What are the key activities at Praia de Itacoatiara?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Praia de Itacoatiara, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Praia de Itacoatiara is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Surfing
Activities available on the ground:
- Beach volleyball
Is the Praia de Itacoatiara 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.
Praia de Itacoatiara is partially protected from waves.
So the overall recommendation of the Praia de Itacoatiara for swimming is very positive.
Is the Praia de Itacoatiara 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 Praia de Itacoatiara secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Praia de Itacoatiara 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:
- On the territory of the national park / reserve
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia de Itacoatiara?
The bar is located right on the Praia de Itacoatiara.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Padaria verzales is the closest place located 1000 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Praia de Itacoatiara?
There are 93 places to stay in the Praia de Itacoatiara area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Praia de Itacoatiara include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Praia de Itacoatiara from parking?
The Praia de Itacoatiara 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 de Itacoatiara?
There are 4 attractions near Praia de Itacoatiara that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Avenida beira mar itacoatiara located in 0.1 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Praia de Itacoatiara?
The month with the highest temperature in Praia de Itacoatiara 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?
Praia de Itacoatiara (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.Praia de Itacoatiara (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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