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1. Praia Grande

Grand Beach (Praia Grande) is among the liveliest of the many beautiful beaches of Angra dos Reis. This inviting stretch of golden sand sits between rainforest-clad hills and transparent water. It attracts everyone from groups of friends to families and tourists. Visit Grand Beach to swim in the inviting water, join tours to picturesque islands and see in the new year with party-loving locals.
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Angra dos Reis which includes general coastal views, swimming and a sandy beach

2. Angra dos Reis Port

Angra dos Reis Port (Porto Angra dos Reis) is the focal point of the city’s shipyard and maritime trading activities. It features a dock for cargo ships, a fishing marina and a public square. Angra dos Reis Port is a major Brazilian importer of coal and wood and an exporter of coffee, which comes from the Vale do Paraiba region, and steel.
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Angra dos Reis Port featuring a bay or harbour

3. Laboratorio Beach

Laboratório Beach is a tranquil and scenic sandy bay with calm crystalline water. It is the picture of serenity, far from restaurants, vendors and other distractions. Bring your kids to this relaxing hangout, where they can frolic safely in the shallow and warm water that is calm enough to resemble a swimming pool.
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Laboratorio Beach featuring general coastal views

4. Biscaia Beach

Biscaia Beach is a scenic arched bay beside tropical terrain. It is remote and serene, with only a few food huts and small and colorful boats adorning its sandy strand. Relax in this tranquil zone and go for a swim in the refreshing water of the Atlantic Ocean.
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Biscaia Beach showing a coastal town, a sandy beach and general coastal views

5. Figueira Beach

Figueira Beach is a stretch of sand known for its crystal clear water and picturesque views. Flanked by a wall of tropical vegetation, the beach lies at the bottom of cliffs that can be traversed via a set of steps. Let your children play on the sand and frolic in the calm water of the Atlantic Ocean.
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Figueira Beach featuring a beach, general coastal views and tropical scenes

6. Bonfim Beach

Away from the bustle of Angra dos Reis’ commercial center is Bonfim Beach (Praia do Bonfim). This relaxed cove fronts a small village that sits in the shadow of hills covered with tropical rainforest. Splash around in the enticing sea of Bonfim Beach and snap postcard-worthy souvenir photographs. Attend a festival at an island church and join a cruise around the Angra dos Reis archipelago.
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Bonfim Beach which includes tropical scenes, general coastal views and a coastal town

7. Anil Beach

Anil Beach (Praia do Anil) is the closest beach to the city center of Angra dos Reis. It offers a snapshot of the city’s natural beauty, fishing traditions and shipyard trading activities. Visit Anil Beach to join in games of soccer, paddle in the water and sunbathe.
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Anil Beach featuring a sandy beach, general coastal views and wild flowers

8. Eguas Beach

Éguas Beach is a flat, sandy bay hidden between thick palm trees and verdant rock formations. It has a charming and colorful beach bar with a terrace offering an excellent vista of the Atlantic Ocean. Swim with your family in the calm and crystal clear water.
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Eguas Beach showing general coastal views and a beach as well as an individual female

What to do in Porto Frade

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Angra dos Reis which includes general coastal views, swimming and a sandy beach

Praia Grande

Delight in the stunning views of tropical landscapes, visit idyllic islands and take part in vibrant New Year celebrations at this popular beach.

Praia Grande
Angra dos Reis Port featuring a bay or harbour

Angra dos Reis Port

Watch the lively shipyard action take place at this busy port, see local fishermen at work and dine at casual waterfront restaurants.

Angra dos Reis Port
Laboratorio Beach featuring general coastal views

Laboratorio Beach

Enjoy the soothing sensation of the warm water at this secluded beach, which lies beside a pair of nuclear reactors.

Laboratorio Beach
Abraao Beach showing a bay or harbour and general coastal views

Abraão Beach

Embark on a boat tour from the wooden pier and relax at the tables of upscale restaurant spilling onto this beach.

Abraão Beach
Biscaia Beach showing a coastal town, a sandy beach and general coastal views

Biscaia Beach

Take boat trips to the surrounding islands and watch the sunset from the pier on this stunning strand backed by verdant hills of palm trees and other exotic vegetation.

Biscaia Beach
Figueira Beach featuring a beach, general coastal views and tropical scenes

Figueira Beach

Descend the tall staircase to this sheltered bay, stay at an inn and take a kayak out on the water.

Figueira Beach
Bonfim Beach which includes tropical scenes, general coastal views and a coastal town

Bonfim Beach

Swim in the warm water, visit an 18th-century church and board a catamaran for a sailing trip around Ilha Grande at this pretty beach.

Bonfim Beach
Anil Beach featuring a sandy beach, general coastal views and wild flowers

Anil Beach

Come to this urban beach to enjoy picturesque views of islands and mountains and marvel at a group of huge statues.

Anil Beach
Lopes Mendes Beach which includes general coastal views, tropical scenes and a sandy beach

Lopes Mendes Beach

Go surfing or snorkeling at one of the most beautiful beaches in Brazil after meeting monkeys and parrots in the forest.

Lopes Mendes Beach

Areas of Porto Frade

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You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Frade. You might want to make time for a stop at Frade Beach or Serra da Bocaina National Park.

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Angra dos Reis featuring a sunset, boating and a bay or harbour

Angra dos Reis