surfers and body boarders frequent the beach costa azul, which is a popular place at night due to its numerous kiosks, bars and restaurants - finally, for a romantic getaway, the best place to watch the sunset is praia do cemitério, cemetery beach.

praia do bosque (forrest beach) is situated in between turtle beach and central beach - full of life, this beach gets its name from the forest surrounding it, and it is part of a conservation effort.

at sunrise the sound and sight of birds playing on the branches is simply dazzling, and it close proximity to the center of town assures visitors various options of places to go to if wanted or needed - climbing the pedra dos amores (rock of lovers) provides a fantastic and romantic view of the city.