Praia da Costa
Vila Velha's most popular city beach, a long stretch of sand with a promenade and high-rises. Its southern end connects to the small Mermaid Beach cove.
Praia da Costa lies on the eastern shore of Vila Velha. It stretches about 3 km with fine sand and gentle waves, and along it are cycle paths, beach kiosks and restaurants. It is one of the most popular beaches in Greater Vitória. Its northern end is near the Penha Convent and Morro do Moreno, while its southern end is the small Mermaid Beach cove, a good place to watch the sunset. The Santa Luzia Lighthouse is also nearby. Admission is free. It is about 20 minutes by taxi from Vitória via the Terceira Ponte, and can be combined with the convent and the chocolate factory in one day.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Convento da Penha
- Prainha & Nossa Senhora do Rosário Church
- Morro do Moreno
- Terceira Ponte
- Garoto Chocolate Factory
- Curva da Jurema
- Metropolitan Cathedral of Vitória
- Palácio Anchieta