Pernambuco - all beaches

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11
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79
Good for Relax beaches
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4
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About Pernambuco

The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent sandy beaches of Pernambuco attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!

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Fernando de Noronha

Fernando de Noronha

14 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Natural shadow
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Argila Beach
Argila Beach
Argila Beach
Banho de Argila

Argila Beach

Aver-o-Mar 2.9 km
Very good
8.1
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Very crowded • Distant parking
0.5 Amenities index
Serrambi Beach
Serrambi Beach
Serrambi Beach
Senior friendly
Praia de Serrambi

Serrambi Beach

Serrambi 0.3 km
Very good
8.1
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Large low tide
7.3 Amenities index
Caletas Beach
Caletas Beach
Caletas Beach
Good for Relax
Praia das Caletas

Caletas Beach

Guruji 5.5 km
Very good
8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom
4 Amenities index
Praia do Sueste
Praia do Sueste
Praia do Sueste
Good for Relax

Praia do Sueste

Vila dos Remedios 2.9 km
Very good
8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom
2.7 Amenities index
Candeias Beach
Candeias Beach
Candeias Beach
Kids friendly
Praia de Candeias

Candeias Beach

Jaboatao dos Guararapes 4.1 km
Good
7.9
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season • Large low tide
8.3 Amenities index
Pina Beach
Pina Beach
Pina Beach
Kids friendly
Praia em Recife

Pina Beach

Jardim Beira Rio 1.7 km
Good
7.9
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Large low tide
8.3 Amenities index
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Popular types of Pernambuco beaches

Sand
Sand
Snorkling
Snorkling
Pet friendly
Pet friendly
Beaches in small bays
Beaches in small bays
Wild
Wild
Private resort
Private resort
Good for Relax
Good for Relax
Kite or windsurfing
Kite or windsurfing
Sup-surfing
Sup-surfing
Surfing
Surfing
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Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 86 beaches in the state.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Pernambuco.

Most beautiful beaches of Pernambuco

Sancho Beach
Praia do Sancho

Sancho Beach
8.9
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Brazil, Vila dos Remedios 3.9 km
Conceicao Beach
Praia da Conceicao

Conceicao Beach
8.5
Partly hotel beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand
Brazil, Vila dos Remedios 0.8 km
Baia dos Porcos

Baia dos Porcos
7.9
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access
Brazil, Vila dos Remedios 3.5 km
Praia Do Leao

Praia Do Leao
7.7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque
Brazil, Vila dos Remedios 4.2 km
Porto Beach
Praia do Porto

Porto Beach
7.6
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Brazil, Varzea do Una 3.2 km
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Quitest and lonely beaches in Pernambuco

Porto de Galinhas beach
Porto de Galinhas

Porto de Galinhas beach
8.5
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Brazil, Porto de Galinhas 2.3 km
Amura Carneiros Beach
Amura Carneiros

Amura Carneiros Beach
8.5
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Brazil, Aver-o-Mar 3.6 km
Lira Beach
Praia Pontal do Lira

Lira Beach
8.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom
Brazil, Tamandare 1.3 km
Maracaípe Beach
Praia de Maracaipe

Maracaípe Beach
8.3
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Brazil, Porto de Galinhas 2.3 km
Gravata Beach
Praia do Gravata

Gravata Beach
8.3
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Brazil, Abreu do Una 1.5 km
Praia do Boldro

Praia do Boldro
8.3
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Brazil, Vila dos Remedios 1.9 km
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Sandy beaches in Pernambuco

Praia da Cacimba do Padre

Praia da Cacimba do Padre
8.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand
Brazil, Vila dos Remedios 3.2 km
Praia de Calhetas

Praia de Calhetas
8.5
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Brazil, Santo Agostinho 1.2 km
Tamandare beach
Praia de Tamandare

Tamandare beach
8.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Brazil, Tamandare 1.6 km
Praia do Bode

Praia do Bode
8.2
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Brazil, Vila dos Remedios 2.8 km
Praia do Americano

Praia do Americano
8.1
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Bright fine sand
Brazil, Vila dos Remedios 2.4 km
Barra de Jangada Beach
Praia de Barra de Jangada

Barra de Jangada Beach
7.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water
Brazil, Guruji 3.7 km
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Beaches for families with children in Pernambuco

Itapuama Beach
Praia de Itapuama

Itapuama Beach
8.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Brazil, Santo Agostinho 6 km
Pelotas Beach
Praia das Pelotas

Pelotas Beach
8.6
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Brazil, Tamandare 1.8 km
Gaibu Beach
Praia de Gaibu

Gaibu Beach
8.5
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Brazil, Santo Agostinho 0.8 km
Porto de Galinhas Beach
Praia de Porto de Galinhas

Porto de Galinhas Beach
8.5
Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Brazil, Porto de Galinhas 0.7 km
Muro Alto Beach

Muro Alto Beach
8.3
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access
Brazil, Nossa Senhora do O 3.4 km
Boa Viagem Beach
Praia de Boa Viagem

Boa Viagem Beach
8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Brazil, Jardim Beira Rio 3.4 km
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Beaches with shade in Pernambuco

Praia do Cachorro

Praia do Cachorro
8.8
Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Bright sand
Brazil, Vila dos Remedios 0.3 km
Carneiros Beach

Carneiros Beach
8.5
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Brazil, Aver-o-Mar 4.5 km
Suape Beach
Praia de Suape

Suape Beach
8.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Brazil, Santo Agostinho 1.1 km
Peroba Bay
Praia de Peroba

Peroba Bay
8.3
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Brazil, Sao Jose da Coroa Grande 4.2 km
Camboa Beach
Praia de Camboa

Camboa Beach
8.2
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Brazil, Nossa Senhora do O 5.4 km
Carneiros Beach
Praia dos Carneiros

Carneiros Beach
8.2
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Brazil, Tamandare 4.4 km
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Long beaches in Pernambuco

Muro Alto Beach
Praia de Muro Alto

Muro Alto Beach
8.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access
Brazil, Nossa Senhora do O 4.1 km
Pontal de Maracaipe beach
Pontal de Maracaipe

Pontal de Maracaipe beach
8.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Brazil, Serrambi 2.5 km
Marinas- Carneiros Beach

Marinas- Carneiros Beach
8.5
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Brazil, Tamandare 3.4 km
Enseada dos Corais Beach
Enseada dos Corais

Enseada dos Corais Beach
8.3
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access
Brazil, Santo Agostinho 3.6 km
Xareu Beach
Praia de Xareu

Xareu Beach
8.3
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access
Brazil, Santo Agostinho 5.2 km
Campas Beach
Praia das Campas

Campas Beach
8.1
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Brazil, Tamandare 2.1 km
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Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Pernambuco, they are as follows:

  • The state's beaches are mainly wide, long and have a high level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is gentle, which is very good for kids. There are 83 such beaches.
  • An important clarification, 46 beaches in the state have a long intertidal zone, which means that during low tide hours you may have to travel a considerable distance. This is also something to consider if you don't want to suddenly be in the water at high tide.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Pernambuco is less than 500 meters. 84 beaches are relatively easy to access, 1 beach are difficult to access, which in most cases means that you have to walk a quite long distance, and 1 beach are only accessible from the water. The latter include both island beaches and beaches with no land routes due to the natural borders.

The vast majority of Pernambuco beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Pernambuco's beaches

Ponta de Pedras II Beach
8 Rafael Alves da Silva

Top

Argila Beach
10 Miguel Valdez Quintero

What a stunning location! It's simply breathtaking, surrounded by the wonders of nature!

Caletas Beach
10 Larissa Silva

Good

Praia do Sueste
10 Zalitara

We can have a great time snorkeling at this beach. Occasionally, the waves can be quite large, so it's important to be cautious and keep an eye on your kids.

Pina Beach
10 Gevonn Soarres

Top!

São Paulo Beach
10 Lila Renner

This is a great spot for a peaceful picnic.

Please note that lifeguards supervise 15 beaches in the state, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the state is March - air temperature during this time warms up to 31.6°C and water up to 29.3°C in February. The coldest month is August - air temperature drops to 25.6°C and water to 26.1°C. Air and water temperature allows you to relax comfortably in the state all year round, which is enjoyed by tourists and locals.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Pernambuco? In total there are 86 beaches and the most popular is Sancho Beach.

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Quartel Beach
Praia do Quartel

Quartel Beach
7.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
Brazil, Olinda 0.9 km
Naturais Paiva Beach
Piscinas Naturais Paiva

Naturais Paiva Beach
7.9
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Brazil, Guruji 4.7 km
Piedade Beach
Praia de Piedade

Piedade Beach
7.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Brazil, Jaboatao dos Guararapes 3.6 km
Paraíso Beach
Praia do Paraiso

Paraíso Beach
7.7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access
Brazil, Santo Agostinho 1.1 km
Candeias Beach
Praia de Candeias

Candeias Beach
7.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
Brazil, Jaboatao dos Guararapes 4.1 km
Miracles Beach
Praia dos Milagres

Miracles Beach
7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom
Brazil, Olinda 2.7 km
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Pernambuco?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Pernambuco, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 86 beaches in total, of which about 33 can be called high-rated.

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Most of the beaches located in Pernambuco are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

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Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.

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