Best beaches in Brazil, 2026
Top-rated Brazil beaches by water quality, conditions and crowd
The top 25 beaches in Brazil ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 score that blends Purity, Conditions, Crowd and Vibe.How we rank →
1OBI 7.5+
Boa Viagem Beach
Recife, Brazil
Iconic beach in Recife with beautiful sunset views.
2OBI 7.5+
Muro Alto Beach
Ipojuca, Brazil
A peaceful and less crowded alternative to Porto de Galinhas.
3OBI 7.5+
Porto de Galinhas
Recife, Brazil
Famous for its crystal-clear waters and natural pools.
4OBI 7.5+
Praia Central
Balneário Camboriú, Brazil
Scenic beach ideal for sunset views and relaxation
5OBI 7.5+
Praia da Ferradura
Búzios, Brazil
Romantic beach with clear waters and serene surroundings
6OBI 7.5+
Praia da Joaquina
Florianópolis, Brazil
Famous for its surfing competitions and nightlife
7OBI 7.5+
Praia das Fontes
Fortaleza, Brazil
Famous for its scenic landscapes and great surfing
8OBI 7.5+
Praia de Ajuruteua
Belém, Brazil
Famous for its white sandy beaches and calm waters
9OBI 7.5+
Praia de Alter do Chão
Santarém, Brazil
Renowned for its sunset views and clear waters
10OBI 7.5+
Praia de Antonina
Antonina, Brazil
Hidden rocky beach perfect for explorers
11OBI 7.5+
Praia de Aruana
Aracaju, Brazil
Known for its great surfing conditions
12OBI 7.5+
Praia de Barra Grande
Jericoacoara, Brazil
Famous for its breathtaking cliffside views and sunset
13OBI 7.5+
Praia de Bombas
Itapema, Brazil
Private beach with peaceful surroundings
14OBI 7.5+
Praia de Cabo Branco
João Pessoa, Brazil
A family-friendly beach with beautiful white sand
15OBI 7.5+
Praia de Camboinha
Cabedelo, Brazil
Calm beach ideal for relaxation with family
16OBI 7.5+
Praia de Canoa Quebrada
Canoa Quebrada, Brazil
Perfect beach for sunset lovers and surfers
17OBI 7.5+
Praia de Copacabana
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Iconic beach known for its vibrant atmosphere
18OBI 7.5+
Praia de Encantadas
Antonina, Brazil
Cliffside beach offering stunning views of the ocean
19OBI 7.5+
Praia de Fazendinha
Macapá, Brazil
A family-friendly, serene escape
20OBI 7.5+
Praia de Geribá
Búzios, Brazil
Popular surf spot and lively atmosphere
21OBI 7.5+
Praia de Guajiru
Santo Amaro, Brazil
A tranquil beach, perfect for peaceful retreats.
22OBI 7.5+
Praia de Guaratuba
Guaratuba, Brazil
Ideal for sunset lovers and romantic getaways
Praia de Ipanema
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Famous for its beautiful sunset and beach bars
Praia de Jandiá
Macapá, Brazil
Great surf and stunning turquoise water
Praia de Jericoacoara
Jericoacoara, Brazil
Ideal for snorkeling with its rocky coastline