Great beach with relaxed vibe not as crowded as the beaches in the city. Very Long Beach so research where you want to go. There are not many shops or dinning places nearby so plan to get drinks and f

Barra da Tijuca Beach is a fantastic spot if you're looking for a less crowded, more laid-back beach experience in Rio de Janeiro. The beach stretches for miles, offering plenty of space to spread out

Amazing beach, far less crowded as compared to Ipanema or Capacabana. Great for surfing, but not so much for swimming. May be I was extremely unlucky, buy the week I was there it was all red flags.