São Tomé

Farol Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Farol Beach?

The bar is located right on the Farol Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Quiosque Copacabana (Farol de São Thomé) is the closest place located 1600 meters from the beach.

Praia do Farol

Good for Relax

6.7

/ 10 Good

#355 out of 375
in Rio de Janeiro

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Farol Beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 355th place out of 375 beaches in the Rio de Janeiro region 241.4 km away from its center, the city of Rio de Janeiro. It is one of the beaches of Santo Amaro de Campos settlement, just 10.4 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a long lasting coastline with turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Farol Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. 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 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 do Farol de Sao Thome, which has a rating of 6.8.

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Historical

+27 ^oC +21 ^oC

Air temperature

4.8 M/S

Wind

+25 ^oC

Water temperature

0.8 M

Wave height

Santo Amaro de Campos, Rio de Janeiro,

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6.4/10

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6.2/10

Cleanliness

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6/10

Amenities

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6.1/10

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Farol Beach is located in Rio de Janeiro within Santo Amaro de Campos, 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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"This beach is the top of the top, the crème de la crème of sandy shores. It's a true paradise on earth, with crystal-clear waters and golden sand that will make you feel like you're walking on sunshine. The scenery is breathtaking, and the sound of the waves crashing against the shore is music to your ears. The beach is well-maintained, and there are plenty of amenities such..."

Ramona Correia Santos

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- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - medium, individual tourism
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location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

Quiosque Copacabana...• 20 min walk
Angu do Jaiminho• 21 min walk
SAURINHO BODYBOARDIN...• 21 min walk
La casa da pizza• 23 min walk

Attractions

Antigo Farol Náutico• 8 min walk
Porto do Farol• 13 min walk
Farol de São Tomé.• 13 min walk
Pescadores Farol de...• 14 min walk

Transport

CAW• 46.1km
Terminal Dr. Fernand...• 37.3km

Localities

Santo Amaro de Campo...• 10.4km
Rio de Janeiro• 241.4km

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

The coastline of Farol Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Farol Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Farol Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Farol Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Farol Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are some boats in the bay.

Is the Farol 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 sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Farol Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Farol 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 Farol Beach?

The bar is located right on the Farol Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Quiosque Copacabana (Farol de São Thomé) is the closest place located 1600 meters from the beach.

How far is the Farol Beach from parking?

The Farol 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 Farol Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Farol Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Antigo Farol Náutico located in 0.5 km. See the attractions section for details.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Farol Beach is February. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is August with air temperature 23°C and water 23°C. See more details in weather section.