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Praia do Amor
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Praia do Amor is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 366th place out of 375 beaches in the Rio de Janeiro region 104.1 km away from its center, the city of Rio de Janeiro. It is one of the beaches of Enseada das Estrelas settlement, just 1.1 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a short straight coastline with crystal turquoise 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 partially crowded during the high season.
Praia do Amor 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, snorkeling.
17 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Praia de Araca, which has a rating of 8.4.
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+19
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1.9
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+26
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Praia do Amor is located in Rio de Janeiro within Enseada das Estrelas, 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 coast of the Grande island, 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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Enseada das Estrelas
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970m from center
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Located at nearest locality
Enseada das Estrelas
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980m from center
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Enseada das Estrelas
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4.5km from center
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Praia do U 0.7 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Bright fine sand
Praia do U 0.7 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Enseada das Estrelas 1.1 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Enseada das Estrelas 1.4 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright fine sand
Enseada das Estrelas 2.1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Bright fine sand
Freguesia de Santana 0.2 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright sand
Freguesia de Santana 0.2 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Freguesia de Santana 0.5 km
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright fine sand
Freguesia de Santana 1 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Bananal 0.2 km
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Abraao 0.2 km
What to do in Praia do Amor? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
When it comes to what to do in Praia do Amor, it's impossible not to mention an insanely popular activity: snorkeling. The coastal waters of the region are full of interesting views, which can be observed through a snorkeling mask. Well, if you do not have the necessary equipment for snorkeling - everything can be purchased at the nearby shops.
It is difficult to think of any entertainment and activities when you are on the beach. To swim, to sunbathe, to drink a couple of cocktails, again to swim and again to sunbathe, the variety usually is very limited. But on Praia do Amor you can test yourself in such an activity as water jumping. It's fun and it's scary, the rest you have to experience on your own.
In most cases, the question What to do on Praia do Amor implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Reis & Magos Restaur...• 4 min walk
- Flutuante Do Saco Do...• 12 min walk
- Saco do céu Park• 15 min walk
- Praia De Fora• 15 min walk
Attractions
- Praia do Funil• 21 min walk
- Cachoeira da Feitice...• 3km
- Igreja da Freguesia...• 3.7km
- Prainha da Freguesia...• 3.9km
Transport
- SNZ• 53.1km
- Rodovia Procurador H...• 11.3km
- Santa Cruz• 57.1km
Localities
- Enseada das Estrelas• 1.1km
- Rio de Janeiro• 104.1km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Praia do Amor?
The Praia do Amor 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 Praia do Amor?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Praia do Amor, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
The Praia do Amor is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Snorkeling
Is the Praia do Amor good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Praia do Amor is fully protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Praia do Amor for swimming is very positive.
Is the Praia do Amor 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 Praia do Amor secluded and good for relaxing?
The region of Praia do Amor is visited only by a few travellers. 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.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia do Amor?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Praia do Amor.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Reis & Magos Restaurante is the closest place located 300 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Praia do Amor?
There are 378 places to stay in the Praia do Amor area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Praia do Amor include:
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How far is the Praia do Amor from parking?
The Praia do Amor has no parking spot
Are there any attractions nearby Praia do Amor?
There are 4 attractions near Praia do Amor that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Praia do Funil located in 1.6 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Praia do Amor?
The month with the highest temperature in Praia do Amor is January. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in January, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 22°C and water 23°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
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