located in rio's centro, in the most charming island-neighborhood of paquetá, praia da moreninha, also known as praia comprida, is a 500 meter beach very famous among rio's residents.

the last 200 meters of the beach are also known as praia dr. aristão, in honor of a famous and beloved doctor who loved on the island.

praia da moreninha is the most popular and culturally meaningful beach on the island.

the beach has a few kiosks, bars, restaurants, and life guards on duty. transport to the beach from the island's port is either via horse carriage, bicycle, or quadracycles.