Beaches · Rio de Janeiro
Best beaches in Rio de Janeiro
Where Rio de Janeiro actually goes for sand and saltwater — city beaches, lake shores, surf-side day trips and the swim spots locals keep coming back to.
Editor's pickCurated by locals
We couldn't find many beaches matches in Rio de Janeiro — even after broadening the search. Here are the closest picks we trust.
Top spots in Rio de Janeiro
Copacabana + Ipanema Beach
OutdoorsZona Sul
Posto 9 is the see-and-be-seen stretch — fresh agua de coco from the kiosks.
Frequently asked
- Standouts right now: Sugarloaf Cable Car, Copacabana + Ipanema Beach, Tijuca National Park. The shortlist is curated by people who live in Rio de Janeiro and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.
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