a cannon (canhão) used to greet the arrival to the island of dom joão vi, king of portugal, is also located on praia dos tamoios.         

this beach is romantic and picturesque, however it is not suitable for swimming - there are many kiosks and restaurants nearby, as well as locations where to rent bicycles and where to take horse carriages for a tour of the island.

on this page we posted many pictures of paquetá, including of praia dos tamoios and of maria gorda.

visitors interested in being close to the beaches praia dos tamoios and praia da moreninha can consider the hotel lido - located on praça josé bonifácio, 59, ilha de paquetá, has tv, air conditioning, beautiful views, and can be contacted via email here or via phone at tel. 21 3397.0182 / 3397.0377 / 3397.0182 / 3397.0280.