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

The Great Beach is covered with soft snow-white fine sand, which covers the entire cost. 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 Great Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Great Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.The Great Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Surfing</li></ul>Activities available on the ground:<ul><li>Beach volleyball</li></ul>

Is the Great Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.The waves in the Great Beach are usually strong.

Is the Great Beach 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 Great Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Great Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>On the territory of the national park / reserve</li></ul>

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Great Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Gordo Pizzas is the closest place located 2800 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Great Beach?

There are 2124 places to stay in the Great Beach area.The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1528440&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Marcia's House</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2750294&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Le Bon Vivant 203</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=6247123&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Le Bon Vivant apto D206</a></li></ul>

How far is the Great Beach from parking?

The Great 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 Great Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Great Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Pórtico de Arraial do Cabo located in 1.4 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

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

The month with the highest temperature in Great Beach is January. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in March, the average value is 26°C. The coldest month is July with air temperature 24°C and water 22°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Great Beach (Rio de Janeiro) 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.Great Beach (Rio de Janeiro) 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 Great Beach with white fine sand surface

Photo of Great Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Great Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Great Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Great Beach located in natural area

Photo of Great Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

Great Beach

Praia Grande

Arraial do Cabo, Brazil

8.6

#34 out of 375 in Rio de Janeiro 6

Free entrance Virgin beach Exceptional beauty Easy access White fine sand Fine sand bottom Good for Surfing

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Located outside the settlement

Arraial do Cabo • 3.2 km

Map of beach

Hiking Area Trilha Praia do Forno

4.1km

Park SÍTIO SANTA CLARA

4.7km

Hiking Area Parque estadual da Costa do Sol

4.8km

Park Highgrades & Co.

5km

Park The thinkers local

6.8km

Park Reserva Florestal da Praia de Monte Alto

6.8km

Hiking Area Trilha de Monte Alto

7.3km

Restaurant Gordo Pizzas

8.4 - Very good 2.8km

Restaurant Padaria e Minimercado Adega do Minho

8.8 - Excellent 2.9km

Cafe Palhoça Bistrô

10 - Exceptional 2.9km

Cafe Doce Home Café

9.8 - Exceptional 2.9km

Restaurant PIZZARIA DON LEAL ARRAIAL DO CABO - RJ

8.6 - Excellent 3km

Restaurant Restaurante Meu Xodó

8.6 - Excellent 3km

Restaurant Hotel Pousada Caminho do Sol

9.2 - Excellent 3km

Cafe Bakery Delicias Da Praia Grande

8.6 - Excellent 3km

Cafe Açaí Point Do Cabo

8.2 - Very good 3.1km

Supermarket Mini Mercado Familiar

5.6km

Supermarket SerraMar Mercado

6.3km

Supermarket Mirobia Mercado, Açougue e Padaria

6.4km

Tourist Attraction Pórtico de Arraial do Cabo

1.4km

Tourist Attraction Mirante da Boa Vista

2.6km

Tourist Attraction Deck dos Pescadores

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Centro Cultural Manoel Camargo

8.2 - Very good 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Posto de Informações Turísticas - Arraial do Cabo

5.4 - Tolerable 3.5km

Tourist Attraction Mirante do Pontal do Atalaia

9.6 - Exceptional 3.6km

Tourist Attraction Oceanographic Museum of IEAPM

8.8 - Excellent 3.7km

Tourist Attraction Praia dos Anjos

3.7km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Graçainha

3.8km

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About

Great Beach is located on the South Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 34th place out of 375 beaches in the Rio de Janeiro region 118.6 km away from its center, the city of Rio de Janeiro. It is one of the most beautiful beaches of Arraial do Cabo settlement, just 3.2 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

Weather

history

+26 ^o C +21 ^o C

Air temperature

7.8 M/S

Wind

+22 ^o C

Water temperature

1.5 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Arraial do Cabo • 3.2 km

Map of beach

Hiking Area Trilha Praia do Forno

4.1km

Park SÍTIO SANTA CLARA

4.7km

Hiking Area Parque estadual da Costa do Sol

4.8km

Park Highgrades & Co.

5km

Park The thinkers local

6.8km

Park Reserva Florestal da Praia de Monte Alto

6.8km

Hiking Area Trilha de Monte Alto

7.3km

Restaurant Gordo Pizzas

8.4 - Very good 2.8km

Restaurant Padaria e Minimercado Adega do Minho

8.8 - Excellent 2.9km

Cafe Palhoça Bistrô

10 - Exceptional 2.9km

Cafe Doce Home Café

9.8 - Exceptional 2.9km

Restaurant PIZZARIA DON LEAL ARRAIAL DO CABO - RJ

8.6 - Excellent 3km

Restaurant Restaurante Meu Xodó

8.6 - Excellent 3km

Restaurant Hotel Pousada Caminho do Sol

9.2 - Excellent 3km

Cafe Bakery Delicias Da Praia Grande

8.6 - Excellent 3km

Cafe Açaí Point Do Cabo

8.2 - Very good 3.1km

Supermarket Mini Mercado Familiar

5.6km

Supermarket SerraMar Mercado

6.3km

Supermarket Mirobia Mercado, Açougue e Padaria

6.4km

Tourist Attraction Pórtico de Arraial do Cabo

1.4km

Tourist Attraction Mirante da Boa Vista

2.6km

Tourist Attraction Deck dos Pescadores

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Centro Cultural Manoel Camargo

8.2 - Very good 3.2km

Tourist Attraction Posto de Informações Turísticas - Arraial do Cabo

5.4 - Tolerable 3.5km

Tourist Attraction Mirante do Pontal do Atalaia

9.6 - Exceptional 3.6km

Tourist Attraction Oceanographic Museum of IEAPM

8.8 - Excellent 3.7km

Tourist Attraction Praia dos Anjos

3.7km

Tourist Attraction Praia da Graçainha

3.8km

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Located at nearest locality

Arraial do Cabo • 940m from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 8.5 (Excellent)

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Nearest Beaches

2.6km

Pontal Beach Praia do Pontal

8.6 Excellent

2.8km

Grande Beach Praia Grande

8.7 Excellent

2.9km

Arraial do Cabo beach Prainha de Arraial do Cabo

8.5 Excellent

3.8km

Anjos Beach Praia dos Anjos

8.4 Very good

4.1km

Forno Beach Praia do Forno

8.7 Excellent

4.3km

Brava Beach Praia Brava

7.9 Very good

4.7km

Rocket Beach Praia do Foguete

8.4 Very good

5.4km

Pontal do Atalaia Beach Praia do Pontal do Atalaia

8.7 Excellent

Localities

Nearest

Arraial do Cabo • 3.2km

Main locality of province

Rio de Janeiro • 118.6km

Transport

Airport

CFB • 4.6km

Bus Station

Terminal Rodoviário Fernando Barros Pessoa • 3.3km

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8.6 Excellent

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Landon Braxton

Novice Beachgoer • 7 months ago

8 Very good

The beach is peaceful, but it's important to be cautious of the individuals operating the kiosks. They have a tendency to charge one price for dining at the kiosk and a higher price (twice as much) for dining on the beach. Despite claiming that chairs and umbrellas are free, they actually charge for them.

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Luminexa Jenson.

Novice Beachgoer • 7 months ago

10 Exceptional

Praia Grande is truly a paradise! I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a peaceful getaway from bustling city life. The level of security, local cuisine, and warm hospitality is unparalleled.

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Sara Kim

Novice Beachgoer • 7 months ago

6 Pleasant

The beach is perfect for enjoying the sunset, but the staff's service is extremely disappointing. They overprice their portions and poorly prepare drinks, and they even have the audacity to charge an exorbitant amount for renting a chair and table (they quoted me 80 reais, just to give you an idea).

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Rico Moto

Novice Beachgoer • 7 months ago

10 Exceptional

Imagine a stunning beach! It's definitely worth making a stop.

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Nascimento Lageira.

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

7 Good

The beach is quite extensive, requiring a considerable distance to attain seclusion and to venture deep into the water. Additionally, the queue for amenities was quite long. Although the wind was a bit bothersome, the overall experience was still quite enjoyable.