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Beaches of Maceió are famous for the greenish waters, natural pools of Pajuçara, Ponta Verde with coconut trees and has the most beautiful waterfront in Brazil.
Maceió has one of the most beautiful coastlines in Brazil, with several urban, rough, trendy and quiet beaches.
The city of Maceió is also clean, safe and inexpensive and is also a departure point for trips along the coast of Alagoas.
Protected by an extensive strip of coral reef, the beaches of Maceió are famous for their calm and clear waters, with a fascinating coloration.
The most popular and beautiful among the urban ones are the beach of Ponta Verde (5 km from the center) and Jatiúca (6 km from the center).
More central, the beach of Sobral and Avenida are polluted and unsuitable for swimming.
In the same region, the Pajuçara beach and the Sete Coqueiros beach are also more urban and can be unpleasant and dirty in high season.
If the idea is to relax, it is best to head north of the city.
There, the beach of Garça Torta (14 km from the center) and Pratagi (17 km from the center) are the great sensations.
It is worth saying that for those visitors who do not want to go so far, it is possible to find some natural wonders also in Jacarecica (9 km from the center) and Guaxima (12 km from the center).
Videos about the beaches of Maceió
Maceió - Drone15:06
Orla de Maceió - Jatiúca, Ponta Verde e Pajuçara
Maceió - Praias
Ponta Verde em Maceió
Praia da Pajuçara em Maceió02:55
Praia de Ipióca em Maceió05:42
Praia de Jatiúca em Maceió02:35
Praia do Pontal da Barra e Ponte Divaldo Suruagy11:15
Praia de Ponta Verde e Jatiúca12:37
Praia de Garça Torta em Maceió04:03
Praia do Gunga em Alagoas03:29
Parque Municipal de Maceió05:54
Conheça os principais naufrágios de Alagoas14:26
In common between all of them, in addition to the color of the sea and the pleasant temperature of the water, the fine, white and soft sands.
Maceío Beaches – Tourist Spots
1. Ponta Verde Beach
Urban and trendy beach, it is ideal for diving and windsurfing.
It has great infrastructure, with many hotels, restaurants, kiosks with live music, showers and bike path.
At low tide, beautiful natural pools appear.
2. Praia de Sete Coqueiros
Located north of the Pajuçara cove. From this beach depart the raft trips to the natural pools, about 2 km from the coast.
Every day the Alagoan Artisan Fair occupies its sidewalks.
3. Pajuçara Beach
One of the most popular beaches, with intense nightlife.
This is where the off-season carnival takes place.
Its waters are calm, good for swimming. Rafts arranged on the shore offer rides to the natural pools.
4. Praia da Avenida da Paz
Located next to the port, being the most central of the city.
With calm waters, but polluted due to its proximity to the Salgadinho River.
5. Praia do Sobral
It is in the neighborhood of the same name. Straight, urban beach with strong waves and beaten sand. Unfortunately it is polluted.
6. Pontal da Barra Beach
Located next to the Mundaú Lagoon, from where schooner or speedboat rides depart, in the traditional neighborhood of the lace makers.
The sea is open and its waves are strong, great for surfing. Beach also good for fishing.
7. Praia do Saco da Pedra
next to Praia do Francês, with access by boat, departing from Lagoa Manguaba, or on foot, through Praia do Francês at low tide.
8. Jatiúca Beach
Urbanized beach with good infrastructure. It has hotels, inns, restaurants, bars, kiosks, bike path, walking or running track, as well as gym equipment.
9. Cruz das Almas Beach
It is about 6 km north of the city center.
This beach emerged from an Indian cemetery. Its waves are high, good for surfing. The sea is rough.
One side of the beach is almost deserted, while on the other there are inns, hotels, bars and restaurants.
10. Jacarecica Beach
Distant about 7.5 km from the center of Maceió, it has a rough sea, open, but unsuitable for swimming. Good conditions for angling. It has bars and kiosks.
11. Guaxuma Beach
This beach is home to sediments from two rivers that border it.
It has kiosks and summer houses on its shore. Its waters are rough, and there are still hills, mangroves and coconut trees.
12. Praia de Graça Torta
Beach of great extension and tranquility, it is considered one of the refuges of the city.
Its beautiful look and pleasant climate usually attract many tourists during the high season, who take the opportunity to relax, take a refreshing swim and replenish their energy. It is seen as a good option for all audiences, being frequented by young people and families.
It has a spacious strip of golden sand, the sea is calm, with small waves depending on the weather. With clear waters, it is suitable for swimming and water sports, such as kayaking and windsurfing.
Natural pools form at low tide. Good for surfing and fishing in some stretches.
13. Riacho Doce Beach
About 10 km from the city center, this beach has small waves, soft and clear sands, as well as reefs.
It has inns, summer houses, and typical foods. It inspired José Lins do Rego to write the novel Riacho Doce.
14. Praia de Pratagi (Mirante da Sereia)
Beautiful beach, with a lookout from where you have a beautiful panoramic view.
It has weak waves, natural pools at low tide, and rustic kiosks.
15. Praia de Ipioca
Located in the village of the same name.
On one side (north), its sea is calm, with sand banks and natural pools at low tide; on the other, its waves are strong and the sand is soft. Ideal beach for walking.
Tourist and Travel Guide to the beaches of Maceió in Alagoas
