Barra da Tijuca Beach
7.8Locals Score / 10#6 of 9 Beaches in Rio de Janeiro
free
Known forsurf beachlocal favoritespaciousAtlantic coast
A vast, 18-kilometer stretch of Atlantic coastline that feels worlds away from the tourist crowds of the Zona Sul. The waves are strong and consistent, making it popular with surfers and bodyboarders, and the beach is lined with casual kiosks serving cold beer and fried snacks. The caveat is that it requires a car or a long bus ride to reach, and the undertow can be dangerous for weak swimmers.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
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| Price | free |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
| Nearest transit | — |
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| Last verified | July 14, 2026 |
Locals Score
7.8/10- Value9.5
- Iconic6.0
- Excellence8.0
- Crowd level5.5
- Authenticity8.5
- Accessibility5.5
Nearby in Ask Rio de Janeiro
- São Conrado BeachBeach5.9 km · 74 min walk
- Tijuca National ParkPark7.21 km · 90 min walk
- Parque Nacional da Tijuca (Tijuca National Park)Attraction7.55 km · 94 min walk
- Museu Casa do PontalMuseum8.29 km · 104 min walk
- Parque Natural Municipal Paisagem CariocaPark8.78 km · 110 min walk
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