at a glance

praia vermelha (red beach), is a charming beach nested in the urca neighborhood, between the morro da urca and the morro da babilônia - despite being so close to the entrance to the sugar loaf on praça general tibúrcio (general tibúrcio square), this beautiful shore is not a common beach destination for international visitors. 

red beach is an easy stop when visiting the sugar loaf, as it is only a short walk away from the the cable car station. there is a tranquil feel to this beach that is quite unique, due to the rocks and vegetation surrounding it.