Location: Zona Oeste (West Zone)
Top Things to do in Zona Oeste (West Zone)
The 10 Best Beaches in Zona Oeste (West Zone), State of Rio de Janeiro (RJ)
With its plentiful beaches, dramatic mountains, and backdrop of samba and bossa nova rhythms, it's easy to fall in love with Rio de Janeiro. Made famous in song, Ipanema Beach is still the place to stroll, sunbathe, and be seen. The largest Art Deco statue in the world, Christ the Redeemer, beckons visitors to Corcovado Mountain. Rio’s annual Carnaval celebrations are bacchanalian extravaganzas of feasting, music, dance, and costumed revelry.
Restaurants in Rio de Janeiro
1. Praia Prainha
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. Praia do Meio
3. Perigoso Beach
4. Macumba Beach
5. Barra da Tijuca Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,066 reviews
Reviewed By vonvoyageButterfly - Sao Paulo, Brazil
Another sides of beach in diode janitor barra tijuca is far from Copacabana beach the area is where also all Americans park and luxury malls
6. Abrico Beach
7. Praia de Grumari
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,585 reviews
Reviewed By JackMillerTrek - Czech Republic, null
Beauty. It is an unmissable visit for all visitors. It comes easily. There are no lines to enter and they do not charge entrance. For lovers of architecture and art it is an incredible place.
8. Pepe Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 545 reviews
Reviewed By Flitz8 - Athens, Greece
There is hardly many people here but it's a beautiful beach, not very well known but hidden gem in Rio
9. Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,474 reviews
Reviewed By lucienea2017 - Glen Allen, United States
This neighborhood is not yet known by many tourists and its visitors are mainly locals going for a stroll on the long stretch of this white sandy beach. We always stay by Posto 10 where my cousin resides. Many bring their dogs, some play beach volleyball. There is a long bike lane by the beach which can get pretty jammed on the weekends. If you arrive very early in the morning, it will be filled by surfers. It is also well guarded by lifeguards. If the waves are too high and unsafe to swim, you will see red flags warning beach goers of the condition of the beach. You will also find plenty of beach chairs and beach umbrellas for rental. The beach is also filled with vendors selling food and artifacts. I would be skeptical to by food or beverages that are not prepackaged by a known manufacturer. I do recommend drinking coconut water straight from the source. Vendors are pretty skilled when it comes to cracking the top of the coconut and inserting a straw. What I like most about this neighborhood is that it is filled with Kiosks selling food and drinks. They all have a table with an umbrella and chairs and its atmosphere are beach casual. You can enjoy your beer or your Caipirinha ( brazilian cocktail ) overlooking the ocean. I recommend visiting Rio between May and September. The temperature will be mild, there will be plenty of sunshine, and the beach will be less crowded. I would be very careful when visiting Rio in general. Be mindful of your belongings, do not leave items unattended and avoid wearing expensive items. Most important, if you can avoid looking like a tourist, please do so.
10. Prainha Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,427 reviews
Prainha Beach is a secluded half-moon-shaped beach, bordered on each side by rocks and high cliffs. It is one of the best surfing spots in Rio, and may be reached by car or by the orange "surf bus" that passes through Copacabana and Ipanema.
Reviewed By iamyaman
This is a lovely beach to visit if it isn't crowded. I found it to be less of a headache than Copacabana and less busy than Ipanema. It is one of the areas you should check out and explore when you first arrive in Rio so it stands out a bit in your memory.
