at a glance

several bars, restaurants, and kiosks line the beach to provide refreshments for beachgoers, while public bathrooms and showers are inside the lifeguard tower number 7.

the section of the beach near the rock is often used by snorkelers and scuba divers, especially between may and august.

praia do arpoador is home to many sporting events, notably surf competitions, throughout the year.

well lit at night, it allows both surfing and swimming, although it may not be as safe as posto 6 for after dark swimming - both due to stronger waves and fewer people in the area.