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Arraial do Cabo
Great Beach
Praia Grande
Good for Relax
About
Great Beach is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 34th place out of 375 beaches in the Rio de Janeiro region 118.6 km away from its center, the city of Rio de Janeiro. It is one of the most beautiful beaches of Arraial do Cabo settlement, just 3.2 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and white 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.
Great 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.
7 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia do Forno, which has a rating of 8.7.
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Great Beach (Rio de Janeiro) is located outside the Arraial do Cabo settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Great Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"The beach is peaceful, but it's important to be cautious of the individuals operating the kiosks. They have a tendency to charge one price for dining at the kiosk and a higher price (twice as much) for dining on the beach. Despite claiming that chairs and umbrellas are free, they actually charge for them."
Lulu Oli
"The beach is perfect for enjoying the sunset, but the staff's service is extremely disappointing. They overprice their portions and poorly prepare drinks, and they even have the audacity to charge an exorbitant amount for renting a chair and table (they quoted me 80 reais, just to give you an idea)."
Pablo Silva
User reviews
"The beach is peaceful, but it's important to be cautious of the individuals operating the kiosks. They have a tendency to charge one price for dining at the kiosk and a higher price (twice as much) for dining on the beach. Despite claiming that chairs and umbrellas are free, they actually charge for them."
Lulu Oli
"The beach is perfect for enjoying the sunset, but the staff's service is extremely disappointing. They overprice their portions and poorly prepare drinks, and they even have the audacity to charge an exorbitant amount for renting a chair and table (they quoted me 80 reais, just to give you an idea)."
Pablo Silva
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What to do in Great 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 Great 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
Restaurants
- Gordo Pizzas• 2.8km
- Padaria e Minimercad...• 2.9km
- Palhoça Bistrô• 2.9km
- Doce Home Café• 2.9km
Attractions
- Pórtico de Arraial d...• 18 min walk
- Ponta do altaira• 2.9km
- Deck dos Pescadores• 2.9km
- Centro Cultural Mano...• 3.2km
Transport
- CFB• 4.6km
- Terminal Rodoviário...• 3.3km
Localities
- Arraial do Cabo• 3.2km
- Rio de Janeiro• 118.6km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Great Beach?
The Great Beach is covered with soft snow-white fine sand, which covers the entire cost. 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 Great Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Great Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Great Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Surfing
Activities available on the ground:
- Beach volleyball
Is the Great 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 Great Beach are usually strong.
Is the Great 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 Great Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of the Great Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. 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:
- On the territory of the national park / reserve
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Great Beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Great Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Gordo Pizzas is the closest place located 2800 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Great Beach?
There are 2124 places to stay in the Great Beach area.
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Great Beach from parking?
The Great 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 Great Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Great Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Pórtico de Arraial do Cabo located in 1.4 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Great Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Great Beach is January. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 26°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 24°C and water 22°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Great 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.Great 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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