Looking for the quintessential Brazilian beach close to Rio? Look no further! This beach has it all: soft sand for lounging, turquoise waters for swimming (or mostly standing in tje waves), a lifeguard tower to keep your reckless "next step" in check, and public services to make sure nature calls don't ruin your vibe. The beach is a living marketplace, with countless salesmen offering everything from sunglasses (you didn’t even know you needed a fifth pair) to grilled queijo coalho. Hungry? Fear not—beachside "quiosks" serve up freshly fried pastéis and ice-cold caipirinhas, all infused with the unmistakable taste of beachy atmosphere. Now, a word of advice: today, January 1st, the beach will test your patience, your personal space, and your ability to walk without accidentally stepping on someone's towel. It's packed tighter than a coxinha. You might find yourself wrestling for a spot in the sand or inadvertently joining someone's family picnic. It’s chaotic, vibrant, and quintessentially Brazilian. Perhaps best enjoyed on a less “national hangover” kind of day. Come here any other day of the year for perfection; today, bring patience, a sense of humor, and maybe a drone to spot free space.

To be honest, we didn’t come for the art - we came for the architecture. As one of Oscar Niemeyer’s most iconic and celebrated creations, this building doesn’t just house the art; it is THE art. In fact, its sweeping curves and bold presence utterly eclipse whatever hangs on the walls inside. Standing before it, in this breathtaking setting, is a five-star experience - no, beyond five stars. The exhibition within? A mere whisper compared to the thunderous poetry of the structure itself. While the price of admission is more than reasonable, the absence of a functioning e-payment system made for a rather unconventional and even bizarre solution. To get the cash to purchase the tickets, I was advised to buy from the coconut vendor on the street, then ask him to charge “extra” on my credit card in return for cash reals. It was such a first world meets third world situation! Every aspect of the MAC is photogenic. The blazing Rio sun and clear skies helped. We lingered for two hours both on the inside and out. And after that we lingered even further with a meal at the delicious Bistrô MAC with its panoramic view of Guanabara Bay. It was an amazing way to spend a Sunday afternoon!

Nice place to enjoy nature. Good cafeteria and a good museum too

Beautiful spot to contemplate nature and feel the wind! There is also a military fortress and a coffee shop there. No need to pay the entry unless you are visiting the fortress.

Paradise. Lovely place.

Opening hours 7am-7pm. It's an amazing park. It's a big park with several different divided parts One part is one for animals. One part is pet friendly, with a dog gate, a part with animals, 🪿 🦆🦢 Lots of fishes in the ponds. one part that has big kid ground, and it's a good layout with many entrances to the park Weekend, there is always something going on, and there is always a market on Sundays.

It's a genuine lovey beach. Well taken care of and always good for morning walks. Dog friendly both on sand and on the kiosks Highly recommend:)

Simple beach with calm and security. Very good if you like walk seeing the starts or drink a delicious coconut water.

This is a very geologically diverse area. The rocks, sand, etc are amazing. The views of Rio de Janeiro are unmatched. Go early, for walk or to secure parking and a beach table. Highly recommended 🌊🏖️🏝️⛱️👙☀️

Very nice and well organised.

Super safe and great community that most people knows each other, the city pays for different artists to perform there for free and excellent restaurants and bars around

AJC 2022

Nice quiet beach. Not easy to get there but the place is nice.

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One should never go to Niteroi and not see this place. Full of history, full of this exuberant almost impossible beauty of Brazil

Fascinating cluster of buildings designed by the legendary Oscar Niemeyer - the largest group outside Brasilia. Wonderful free tours available from the visitor center take you inside the buildings.