Jacaré Beach Sunset
Praia do Jacaré
A sunset dock on the Paraíba River where a saxophonist plays Ravel's 'Boléro' from a boat every evening to see off the sun.
Jacaré lies at the mouth of the Paraíba River in Cabedelo and is the best-known sunset viewing spot in the area. Since the 1990s, saxophonist Eulandir da Silva has played Ravel's 'Boléro' from a small boat on the river every evening. The music ends just as the sun sets, and the audience on the riverbank bursts into applause. The riverbank is lined with restaurant bars and craft stalls, where you can order seafood and cocktails to secure a seat. Arrive an hour before sunset, since weekends are crowded. You can also take a river sunset cruise. The spot is about 12 km from Tambaú, a 20-minute taxi ride away, and admission is free.
Opening hours
Around sunset daily (approx. 16:30–17:45)
Nearby sights
- Areia Vermelha Marine State Park
- Manaíra Beach
- Fortress of Santa Catarina
- Arruda Câmara Zoobotanical Park (Bica)
- Paraíba Handicraft Market
- Centro Cultural São Francisco
- Casa da Pólvora
- Hotel Globo