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

The coastline of Riazor Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Riazor Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Riazor Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Riazor 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.Riazor Beach is partially protected from waves.There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Riazor Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Riazor 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 Riazor Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Riazor Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Riazor Beach?

The bar is located right on the Riazor Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Tatone is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Riazor Beach?

There are 409 places to stay in the Riazor Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Riazor Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=91868&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Crunia I A Coruna</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=92817&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Faranda Rias Altas</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=45623&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Hotel Alda Santa Cristina</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=5599461&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Apartamento acogedor con vistas en Santa Cristina</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=429088&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Apartamentos Turisticos Beatriz</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2092455&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Rueiro 17</a></li></ul>

How far is the Riazor Beach from parking?

The Riazor 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 Riazor Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Riazor Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Orzan's Heroes located in 0.3 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

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

The month with the highest temperature in Riazor Beach is August. Its average value reaches 21°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 18°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 11°C and water 13°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Riazor Beach (A Coruna) 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.Riazor Beach (A Coruna) 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.

Photo of Riazor Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Riazor Beach with blue pure water surface

Photo of Riazor Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Riazor Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Riazor Beach and the settlement

Photo of Riazor Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

Riazor Beach

Praia de Riazor

A Coruña, Spain

8.5

#6 out of 525 in Galicia 0

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Perfect for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

A Coruna • 1.3 km

Map of beach

Park Plaza de Pontevedra

180m

Park Gardens of Méndez Núñez

500m

Park Praza de Vigo

750m

Park Santa Margarita Park

780m

Park Plaza de España

1km

Park Parque de Vioño

1.5km

Park Parque de Bens

1.9km

Park Monte de San Pedro

2.1km

Park Pablo Iglesias Square

2.5km

Bar Tatone

9 - Excellent 140m

Restaurant Brisa

8.2 - Very good 170m

Fast Food Restaurant Burger King

7.2 - Good 170m

Cafe Manhattan

7.8 - Very good 190m

Cafe El Olivo

8.4 - Very good 190m

Restaurant El Manjar

7.4 - Good 190m

Bar Cervecería Victoria Coruña

8.2 - Very good 210m

Bar A Dorna

7 - Good 220m

Cafe Ledicia

9.6 - Exceptional 240m

Supermarket Supercor Express

340m

Supermarket Gadis

480m

Supermarket Supermercados Froiz

650m

Supermarket Mercadona

890m

Supermarket Gadis

900m

Supermarket Carrefour

1km

Supermarket Supermercado Amigo

1.2km

Supermarket Mercadona

1.3km

Shopping Mall El Corte Inglés

1.7km

Tourist Attraction Orzan's Heroes

8.8 - Excellent 60m

Museum Casa Museo Picasso

250m

Tourist Attraction Daniel Carballo

8.4 - Very good 510m

Museum Museo Nacional de Ciencia e Tecnología

630m

Tourist Attraction Paseo das Pontes

8.6 - Excellent 650m

Tourist Attraction Fonte dos Surfistas

9 - Excellent 740m

Museum Fine Arts Museum

790m

Tourist Attraction Church of San Nicolás

8.8 - Excellent 830m

Tourist Attraction Casa Museo Casares Quiroga

9 - Excellent 940m

Amusement Center Brinko Park

5.1km

Historical Landmark Praza de Azcárraga

1.2km

Historical Landmark Torre de Hércules

1.8km

Historical Landmark Menhirs for Peace

2.1km

Historical Landmark Pazo de Xaz

7.1km

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About

Riazor Beach is located on the Atlantic Sea and it is in the 3th place out of 267 beaches in the A Coruña region 55.3 km away from its center, the city of Santiago de Compostela. It is one of the beaches of A Coruna settlement, just 1.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

Weather

history

+22 ^o C +14 ^o C

Air temperature

2.6 M/S

Wind

+16 ^o C

Water temperature

1.9 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

A Coruna • 1.3 km

Map of beach

Park Plaza de Pontevedra

180m

Park Gardens of Méndez Núñez

500m

Park Praza de Vigo

750m

Park Santa Margarita Park

780m

Park Plaza de España

1km

Park Parque de Vioño

1.5km

Park Parque de Bens

1.9km

Park Monte de San Pedro

2.1km

Park Pablo Iglesias Square

2.5km

Bar Tatone

9 - Excellent 140m

Restaurant Brisa

8.2 - Very good 170m

Fast Food Restaurant Burger King

7.2 - Good 170m

Cafe Manhattan

7.8 - Very good 190m

Cafe El Olivo

8.4 - Very good 190m

Restaurant El Manjar

7.4 - Good 190m

Bar Cervecería Victoria Coruña

8.2 - Very good 210m

Bar A Dorna

7 - Good 220m

Cafe Ledicia

9.6 - Exceptional 240m

Supermarket Supercor Express

340m

Supermarket Gadis

480m

Supermarket Supermercados Froiz

650m

Supermarket Mercadona

890m

Supermarket Gadis

900m

Supermarket Carrefour

1km

Supermarket Supermercado Amigo

1.2km

Supermarket Mercadona

1.3km

Shopping Mall El Corte Inglés

1.7km

Tourist Attraction Orzan's Heroes

8.8 - Excellent 60m

Museum Casa Museo Picasso

250m

Tourist Attraction Daniel Carballo

8.4 - Very good 510m

Museum Museo Nacional de Ciencia e Tecnología

630m

Tourist Attraction Paseo das Pontes

8.6 - Excellent 650m

Tourist Attraction Fonte dos Surfistas

9 - Excellent 740m

Museum Fine Arts Museum

790m

Tourist Attraction Church of San Nicolás

8.8 - Excellent 830m

Tourist Attraction Casa Museo Casares Quiroga

9 - Excellent 940m

Amusement Center Brinko Park

5.1km

Historical Landmark Praza de Azcárraga

1.2km

Historical Landmark Torre de Hércules

1.8km

Historical Landmark Menhirs for Peace

2.1km

Historical Landmark Pazo de Xaz

7.1km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

4.1km from the beach

6.8 Good

Hotel Faranda Rias Altas

Hotel

Bastiagueiro • 3.8km from center

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4.3km from the beach

8.1 Very good

Hotel Alda Santa Cristina

Hotel

Bastiagueiro • 3.9km from center

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4.5km from the beach

8 Very good

Zarey Hostel

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Bastiagueiro • 4.1km from center

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4.6km from the beach

Arquitectura contemporanea cerca de la playa

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

A Coruna • 4km from center

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4.7km from the beach

9.1 Excellent