The best beaches in Rio de Janeiro
The top 3 according to 0 votes from people: Ipanema Beach · Copacabana Beach · Arpoador. (Updated Aug 3, 2026.)
From Copacabana to Joatinga: Rio's most famous beaches and its hidden ones, according to people who know the city.
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Top 11
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1
Ipanema Beach
Sunset with the Dois Irmãos peaks behind.
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2
Copacabana Beach
The wave-patterned promenade and kiosks.
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3
Arpoador
The rock where people applaud the sunset.
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4
Leblon Beach
Calmer and family-friendly.
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5
Praia Vermelha (Urca)
Small, beneath Sugarloaf Mountain.
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6
Joatinga Beach
Hidden cove among rocks, best at low tide.
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7
Prainha
Forest-ringed nature reserve beach for surfers.
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8
Grumari
Wild beach in the west zone.
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9
Barra da Tijuca
The city's longest beach.
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10
São Conrado Beach
Where hang-gliders from Pedra Bonita land.
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11
Abricó Beach
Small naturist beach near Grumari.
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