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1. Praia Grande

Grand Beach (Praia Grande) is among the liveliest of the many beautiful beaches of Angra dos Reis. This inviting stretch of golden sand sits between rainforest-clad hills and transparent water. It attracts everyone from groups of friends to families and tourists. Visit Grand Beach to swim in the inviting water, join tours to picturesque islands and see in the new year with party-loving locals.
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Angra dos Reis showing a beach, swimming and general coastal views

2. Angra dos Reis Port

Angra dos Reis Port (Porto Angra dos Reis) is the focal point of the city’s shipyard and maritime trading activities. It features a dock for cargo ships, a fishing marina and a public square. Angra dos Reis Port is a major Brazilian importer of coal and wood and an exporter of coffee, which comes from the Vale do Paraiba region, and steel.
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Angra dos Reis Port showing a bay or harbor

3. Figueira Beach

Figueira Beach is a stretch of sand known for its crystal clear water and picturesque views. Flanked by a wall of tropical vegetation, the beach lies at the bottom of cliffs that can be traversed via a set of steps. Let your children play on the sand and frolic in the calm water of the Atlantic Ocean.
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Figueira Beach featuring a beach, general coastal views and tropical scenes

4. Anil Beach

Anil Beach (Praia do Anil) is the closest beach to the city center of Angra dos Reis. It offers a snapshot of the city’s natural beauty, fishing traditions and shipyard trading activities. Visit Anil Beach to join in games of soccer, paddle in the water and sunbathe.
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Anil Beach featuring a beach, wildflowers and general coastal views

5. Laboratorio Beach

Laboratório Beach is a tranquil and scenic sandy bay with calm crystalline water. It is the picture of serenity, far from restaurants, vendors and other distractions. Bring your kids to this relaxing hangout, where they can frolic safely in the shallow and warm water that is calm enough to resemble a swimming pool.
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Laboratorio Beach featuring general coastal views

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Praia Grande

Delight in the stunning views of tropical landscapes, visit idyllic islands and take part in vibrant New Year celebrations at this popular beach.

Praia Grande
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Abraão Beach

Embark on a boat tour from the wooden pier and relax at the tables of upscale restaurant spilling onto this beach.

Abraão Beach
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Angra dos Reis Port

Watch the lively shipyard action take place at this busy port, see local fishermen at work and dine at casual waterfront restaurants.

Angra dos Reis Port
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Anil Beach

Come to this urban beach to enjoy picturesque views of islands and mountains and marvel at a group of huge statues.

Anil Beach
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Brava Beach

Go snorkeling and admire the spectacular natural surroundings of this white-sand beach in the heart of a nuclear complex.

Brava Beach
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Naval College

Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the impressive grounds of this colonial school, where officers are trained for the Brazilian Navy.

Naval College
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Cais Turistico de Santa Luzia

If you’re planning to take a boat trip out to the tropical islands of the Angra dos Reis archipelago you’ll probably leave from this tourist jetty.

Cais Turistico de Santa Luzia
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Senhor do Bonfim Church

Visit this islet in May for the pious celebrations and hear the intriguing tales of this chapel’s miraculous inception.

Senhor do Bonfim Church
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Fish Market

Shop for a variety of fresh fish and seafood directly from local fishmongers at a market that stands in the heart of a city center square.

Fish Market

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You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Frade. You might want to make time for a stop at Frade Beach or Serra da Bocaina National Park.

Frade

Popular day trips from Porto Frade

Angra dos Reis which includes boating, a bay or harbor and a sunset

Angra dos Reis