true to its apt nickname, 'the smile city' there is plenty to get excited about here - for those looking to submerge themselves in the crystal clear waters of a perfect beach, itacoatiara is a surfer's paradise that offers gorgeous views as well as waves, consistently attracting crowds of beautiful young people.

families with small children can head to the nearby prainha (little beach), on the same strip but well protected from rough waves - for all visitors, parque da cidade is an absolute must, being a public environmental reservation area that boasts one of the best views of guanabara bay, especially at sunset.