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Frances Beach

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Frances Beach?

There are 48 places to stay in the Frances Beach area.The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1949537&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Camboinhas Oceanside Oceanfront</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1687020&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Apartament Rio Center</a></li></ul>

Praia do Frances

Good for Relax

8.5

/ 10 Very good

#44 out of 375
in Rio de Janeiro

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About

Frances Beach is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 44th place out of 375 beaches in the Rio de Janeiro region 31 km away from its center, the city of Rio de Janeiro. It is one of the beaches of Inoa settlement, just 6.9 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal blue 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 etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Frances Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

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.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia da Aeronautica, which has a rating of 8.

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Historical

+26 ^oC +22 ^oC

Air temperature

4.9 M/S

Wind

+25 ^oC

Water temperature

1.3 M

Wave height

Inoa, Rio de Janeiro,

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Water

Very good

7.9/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Good

6.5/10

Amenities

Bad

1/10

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Frances Beach is located in Rio de Janeiro within Inoa, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

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.

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"The beach is serene, spotless, and perfect for unwinding and relishing the ocean."

Nina Kavani

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Photo of Frances Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

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"The beach is serene, spotless, and perfect for unwinding and relishing the ocean."

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2 accomodations nearby

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15.7km from the beach

9.4

Excellent

Camboinhas Oceanside Oceanfront

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Located at nearest locality

Inoa

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14.8km from center

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23km from the beach

7.5

Very good

Apartament Rio Center

Entire Apartment

Located at nearest locality

Inoa

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20.1km from center

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - medium, individual tourism
size&shape
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Nearest Beaches

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.2 (Very good)

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Copacabana Beach

Praia de Copacabana

9.6

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

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Ipanema Beach

Praia de Ipanema

8.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Rio de Janeiro 8.4 km

Inoa, Brazil

Aeronautica Beach

Praia da Aeronautica

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Blue pure water, Fine sand bottom

Inoa 7.4 km

Itaipuacu, Brazil

Itaipuaсu Beach

Praia de Itaipuacu

8.4

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise water, Fine sand bottom

Itaipuacu 3.9 km

Marica, Brazil

Barra em Marica Beach

Praia da Barra em Marica

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom

Marica 4.6 km

Itaipuacu, Brazil

Itacoatiara Beach

Praia de Itacoatiara

8.9

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise water

Itaipuacu 2 km

Marica, Brazil

Guaratiba Beach

Praia de Guaratiba

8.1

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom

Marica 5.4 km

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Itaipu Beach

Praia de Itaipu

8.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise water

Itaipuacu 3 km

Itaipuacu, Brazil

Camboinhas Beach

Praia de Camboinhas

8.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise water

Itaipuacu 4.6 km

Niteroi, Brazil

Praia de Camboinhas

8.4

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water

Niteroi 9.3 km

Itaipuacu, Brazil

Sossego Beach

Praia do Sossego

8.5

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access

Itaipuacu 5.6 km

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Piratininga Beach

Praia de Piratininga

8.6

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand

Itaipuacu 7.2 km

What to do in Frances 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 Frances 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!

Beach surroundings

Transport Localities

Transport

SDU• 26.4km
Rua São João dos San...• 12.1km
metro• 27.7km

Localities

Inoa• 6.9km
Rio de Janeiro• 31km

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8.5/10 Very good

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

The Frances Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Frances Beach?

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

The Frances Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Surfing

Activities available on the ground:

Beach volleyball

Is the Frances Beach good for swimming?

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

The waves in the Frances Beach are usually strong.

Is the Frances 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 Frances Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Frances 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.

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Frances Beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Frances Beach?

There are 48 places to stay in the Frances Beach area.

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Frances Beach from parking?

The Frances 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.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Frances 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?

Frances 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.Frances 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.