Tambaú Beach & Seafront
Praia de Tambaú
João Pessoa's core beach, with a coconut-lined seafront promenade ideal for walking and cycling. It is also the departure point for boats to Picãozinho.
Tambaú is the liveliest beach in the city. Coconut palms line the Orla (seafront promenade), which has a bike lane, walking paths, beach bars, and plenty of hotels and restaurants, making it the first choice for most visitors. The sea is calm and warm, and reefs near the shore provide shelter, so it's good for swimming. Landmarks include the circular Tambaú Hotel and a bust of the Marquis of Tamandaré. In the evening, the Tambaú market (Feirinha de Tambaú) sells handicrafts and snacks. Boats to the Picãozinho natural pools also leave from here. The beach is open all day. Walking the seafront promenade at night is fairly safe, but keep valuables close.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Paraíba Handicraft Market
- Manaíra Beach
- Picãozinho Natural Pools
- Cabo Branco Beach
- Estação Cabo Branco
- Cabo Branco Lighthouse
- Benjamim Maranhão Botanical Garden
- Ponta do Seixas