top picks for a romantic Valentine’s Day getaway
Rio’s most romantic beaches are closer than you think. What does it take? Your passport, your special someone, and this handy guide to help you create your own Bossa Nova love affair.
Touchdown with the sunrise, then off to your beachside hotel in Zona Sul for check-in. A night flight to Rio is one of those amazing things you really should have on your bucket list
You’ll never forget your first steps onto Rio’s mosaic-tiled sidewalks. The city’s uniquely cosmopolitan combination of sea, sun, and samba overwhelms your senses.
There’s nothing like it.
Here’s a trio of the most romantic beaches to explore in Rio de Janeiro, complete with a musical soundtrack.
Add them to your Brazilian bucket list: they are sure to keep you in the mood for Rhythm and Romance!
Rio’s Most Romantic Beaches
Barra de Guaratiba – Guaratiba, Rio de Janeiro
You’ll find Barra de Guaratiba nestled into the quiet and cozy coastal village of the same name. It’s more like Capri or Saint-Tropez than Copacabana. Drive west from Zona Sul until the road narrows down to two lanes after Barra da Tijuca. Now you’re close. Why is this one of Rio’s most romantic beaches? This scenic locale is the movie backdrop for Blame It On Rio, featuring a young Demi Moore.
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Praia Vermelha – Urca, Zona Sul
This romantic beach is in plain view of tourists queuing up for Sugarloaf’s cable car ride. But Praia Vermelha (‘Red Beach’) is nestled in the shadow of that scenic mountain. Taking its name from the vibrant wash of color at sunset, it shares a breathtaking green-lined vista. One that’s sure to make your heart skip a beat. Praia Vermelha is quiet on weekdays but not on sunny weekends. Our tip? Kick back with a couple of coconut waters from the kiosk and drink in the view.
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Aventureiro – Ilha Grande, Rio de Janeiro
Nothing says te amo like the hidden treasures to be found along Rio de Janeiro’s exquisite Costa Verde. That’s the ‘Green Coast’ that borders the Mata Atlântica rainforest to the water’s edge. It’s where you’ll find one of Rio’s most romantic beaches smack dab in the middle of it all. Take the boat to Aventureiro Beach on the island of Ihla Grande. It’s ideal for a romantic getaway and the perfect choice for nature lovers. Enjoy quiet waters, clear and warm. There are well-stocked kiosks to quench your thirst for the Brazilian sun while chilling with handpicked tunes and your special someone.
- Listen on: Bossa Nova Love Affair | Sunday Brazilian Brunch | Our Streaming Station
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Rio’s Most Romantic Beaches
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