Best scenic beaches in Brazil, 2026
25 scenic beaches in Brazil that score highest on the OnlyBeaches Index for what matters to scenic travellers.How we rank →
1OBI 7.5+
Boa Viagem Beach
Recife, Brazil
Iconic beach in Recife with beautiful sunset views.
2OBI 7.5+
Praia Central
Balneário Camboriú, Brazil
Scenic beach ideal for sunset views and relaxation
3OBI 7.5+
Praia das Fontes
Fortaleza, Brazil
Famous for its scenic landscapes and great surfing
4OBI 7.5+
Praia de Ajuruteua
Belém, Brazil
Famous for its white sandy beaches and calm waters
5OBI 7.5+
Praia de Alter do Chão
Santarém, Brazil
Renowned for its sunset views and clear waters
6OBI 7.5+
Praia de Barra Grande
Jericoacoara, Brazil
Famous for its breathtaking cliffside views and sunset
7OBI 7.5+
Praia de Cabo Branco
João Pessoa, Brazil
A family-friendly beach with beautiful white sand
8OBI 7.5+
Praia de Canoa Quebrada
Canoa Quebrada, Brazil
Perfect beach for sunset lovers and surfers
9OBI 7.5+
Praia de Copacabana
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Iconic beach known for its vibrant atmosphere
10OBI 7.5+
Praia de Encantadas
Antonina, Brazil
Cliffside beach offering stunning views of the ocean
11OBI 7.5+
Praia de Fazendinha
Macapá, Brazil
A family-friendly, serene escape
12OBI 7.5+
Praia de Geribá
Búzios, Brazil
Popular surf spot and lively atmosphere
13OBI 7.5+
Praia de Guaratuba
Guaratuba, Brazil
Ideal for sunset lovers and romantic getaways
14OBI 7.5+
Praia de Macapá
Macapá, Brazil
Popular for its proximity to Macapá
15OBI 7.5+
Praia de Mosqueiro
Belém, Brazil
Perfect family-friendly beach with scenic views
16OBI 7.5+
Praia de Ponta de Campina
Cabedelo, Brazil
Popular for both snorkeling and surfing
17OBI 7.5+
Praia de Ponta de Pedras
Santarém, Brazil
Popular for surfing and snorkeling
18OBI 7.5+
Praia de São Marcos
São Luís, Brazil
Iconic beach, known for its sunset views.
19OBI 7.5+
Praia de Superagüi
Curitiba, Brazil
Popular for its tranquil waters and scenic views
20OBI 7.5+
Praia de Tabatinga
São Cristóvão, Brazil
Cliffside beach offering stunning views of the ocean
21OBI 7.5+
Praia de Tambaú
João Pessoa, Brazil
Famous for its beach clubs and vibrant nightlife
22OBI 7.5+
Praia do Arpoador
Santana, Brazil
Perfect for snorkeling and surfing
23OBI 7.5+
Praia do Atalaia
Marabá, Brazil
Cliffside beach with panoramic sunset views
24OBI 7.5+
Praia do Atalaia
Aracaju, Brazil
Famous for its vibrant beach clubs and nightlife
25OBI 7.5+
Praia do Cajueiro
Barra dos Coqueiros, Brazil
Ideal for sunset lovers and romantic getaways