Prainhas do Pontal do Atalaia
The star beach of Arraial do Cabo, with two small beaches tucked beneath a headland, reached by a long flight of steps. The water is as blue as a swimming pool.
The Atalaia Point small beaches lie on the Atalaia headland in Arraial do Cabo. They are part of Costa do Sol State Park. From the car park, a wooden staircase leads down for about 10 minutes. The water is clear and bright blue, enclosed by rocks, and the spot is the most popular photo stop on local social media. The viewpoint at the top of the headland overlooks the bays on either side and Ilha do Farol. Crowds are very heavy in peak season, so go early in the morning. The beaches are small and have almost no facilities. A taxi from the centre of Arraial takes about 10 minutes.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Praia do Forno
- Arraial do Cabo
- Praia do Forte, Cabo Frio
- Forte São Mateus do Cabo Frio
- Dunas do Peró
- Praia de Tucuns
- Praia de Geribá
- Praia de Manguinhos