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Discover the Wonders of Maceió’s Beaches: A Complete Guide to Paradise in Alagoas

The beaches of Maceió are famous for their greenish waters, the natural pools of Pajuçara and Ponta Verde, which is lined with coconut palms.

The city boasts one of the most beautiful coastlines in Brazil, featuring a variety of beaches – from urban and wild to trendy and peaceful.

Maceió is known for being clean, safe and accessible, and also serves as a starting point for trips along the Alagoas coast.

Protected by an extensive stretch of coral reefs, its beaches are renowned for their calm, crystal-clear waters, which have a fascinating colour.

Among the city’s beaches, the most popular and beautiful include Ponta Verde Beach (5 km from the city centre) and Jatiúca Beach (6 km from the city centre).

For those looking to relax, the best option is to head north of the city, where you’ll find the stunning Garça Torta beaches (14 km from the centre) and Pratagi (17 km from the centre).

For those who don’t wish to travel that far, there are natural wonders in Jacarecica (9 km from the centre) and Guaxuma (12 km from the centre).

All these beaches share not only the colour of the sea and the pleasant water temperature, but also the fine, white and soft sand.

Beaches in Maceió

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Maceió - Drone15:06

Orla de Maceió - Jatiúca, Ponta Verde e Pajuçara05:07

Maceió - Praias06:45

Ponta Verde em Maceió

Praia da Pajuçara em Maceió02:55

Praia de Ipióca em Maceió05:42

Praia de Jatiúca em Maceió02:35

Praia do Pontal da Barra e Ponte Divaldo Suruagy11:15

Praia de Ponta Verde e Jatiúca12:37

Praia de Garça Torta em Maceió04:03

Praia do Gunga em Alagoas03:29

Parque Municipal de Maceió05:54

Conheça os principais naufrágios de Alagoas14:26

This travel and tourism guide explores the wonders of the beaches of Maceió in Alagoas, highlighting their unique features and attractions for all kinds of visitors.

1. Ponta Verde Beach

A trendy urban beach, ideal for scuba diving and windsurfing. It has excellent facilities, with plenty of hotels, restaurants, kiosks with live music, showers and a cycle path. At low tide, beautiful natural pools appear.

2. Sete Coqueiros Beach

Situated to the north of Pajuçara Cove, this is where the jangada trips to the natural pools, some 2 km off the coast, set off from. Every day, the Alagoas Craft Fair takes over its pavements.

3. Pajuçara Beach

One of the most popular beaches, with a vibrant nightlife, is the setting for the off-season carnival. Its waters are calm and ideal for swimming, with rafts offering trips to the natural pools.

4. Avenida da Paz Beach

Located next to the harbour, it is the city’s most central beach. Its waters, although calm, are polluted due to its proximity to the Salgadinho River.

5. Sobral Beach

It is situated in the neighbourhood of the same name. It is a long, straight, urban beach with strong waves and compacted sand, but unfortunately it is polluted.

6. Pontal da Barra Beach

Situated next to Lagoa Mundaú, from where schooner and motorboat trips set off, in the traditional lace-makers’ neighbourhood. The sea is open and the waves are strong, making it ideal for surfing and fishing.

7. Saco da Pedra Beach

Located next to Praia do Francês, it can be reached by boat from Lagoa Manguaba, or on foot via Praia do Francês at low tide.

8. Jatiúca Beach

Well-developed, with good infrastructure, it boasts hotels, guesthouses, restaurants, bars, kiosks, a cycle path and a walking or running track, as well as fitness equipment.

9. Cruz das Almas Beach

Located about 6 km north of the town centre, this beach was created on the site of an indigenous cemetery. Its waves are high and ideal for surfing, and one side of the beach is almost deserted, whilst the other is home to guesthouses, hotels, bars and restaurants.

10. Jacarecica Beach

Located about 7.5 km from the centre of Maceió, it has rough, open seas that are unsuitable for swimming, but offer good conditions for angling. There are bars and kiosks.

11. Praia de Guaxuma

It is fed by sediment from the two rivers that run alongside it and has kiosks and holiday homes along its shoreline. Its waters are choppy, and the beach is surrounded by hills, mangroves and coconut palms.

12. Graça Torta Beach

Known for its vast expanse and tranquillity, it is one of the city’s havens. Its beautiful scenery and pleasant climate attract many tourists during the high season, who come to relax and enjoy water sports such as kayaking and windsurfing. Natural pools form at low tide, making it ideal for surfing and fishing in some areas.

13. Riacho Doce Beach

Located about 10 km from the town centre, it boasts small waves, soft, white sand and reefs. It offers guesthouses, holiday homes and traditional cuisine, and inspired José Lins do Rego to write the novel Riacho Doce.

14. Pratagi Beach (Mirante da Sereia)

A stunning beach, with a viewing point offering a beautiful panoramic view. It has gentle waves and natural pools at low tide, as well as rustic kiosks.

15. Ipioca Beach

Situated in the village of the same name, one side features calm waters and natural pools at low tide, whilst the other side has strong waves and soft sand, making it ideal for walks.

Written by Willy Sievert

Editor of Bahia.ws since its founding in 2009. Based in Salvador, he travels frequently across the Northeast and all of Brazil to keep the guides up to date. Learn more about Willy Sievert →

Published on 15/04/2014 · Updated on 28/06/2026

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