Guarapari Beaches
Praias de Guarapari
“Healthy City” Guarapari is famous for its black sand rich in monazite. Its bay beaches and Meaípe seafood make it a top choice for weekend getaways.
Guarapari lies about 50 km south of Vitória, and its coastline has dozens of bays and beaches. At Areia Preta (Black Sand Beach), the sand contains naturally radioactive monazite, which is said to have healing properties. People often bury themselves in the black sand for a “sand bath.” In town, Praia das Castanheiras and Praia do Morro are very popular. To the south, Meaípe is one of the birthplaces of moqueca capixaba, a fish stew, and has many seaside restaurants. Summer peak season is extremely crowded. It's about an hour by car or bus from Vitória.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Paulo César Vinha State Park
- Domingos Martins
- Museu Vale
- Palácio Anchieta
- Garoto Chocolate Factory
- Parque Moscoso
- Metropolitan Cathedral of Vitória
- Praia da Costa