Copacabana Beach

Copacabana Beach is a 4 km stretch of white sand along the Atlantic Ocean at the entrance to Guanabara Bay, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This place in the 50-60’s was popular with representatives of European bohemia, and later became an elite neighborhood populated by businessmen, politicians and simply wealthy people. It was at the peak of its popularity that Copacabana was built up with cafes, stores, casinos, high-class hotels and penthouses. Located 5 km from the center of Rio, the promenade Avenida Atlantica is still of interest to visitors. In high season, getting to the water is difficult but possible. To do so, you have to cross several volleyball courts, a soccer field and, stepping over the tanned bodies of smarmy Brazilian girls, finally reach the cool waters of the ocean.

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Video: Copacabana Beach

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Origin story

‘ Brazilian young boys playing with a ball

There are also more economical options. For example, the Windsor Copa Hotel is just 300 meters from the beach. Each room has an LCD TV, minibar, bathroom with hairdryer, work desk and free WiFi. Breakfast is a buffet with fruits and juices. A gym is available to guests. The price of a standard double room is 113 USD.

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‘ A small cafe on the waterfront

Where to eat

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Entertainment

Life on Copacabana boils all year round, never dying down. Everyone will find here entertainment to their liking. Fans of active pastime will try their hand at surfing and beach volleyball. And soccer fans can enjoy the game of their favorite team, as tournaments are often held here. In 2016, Rio will host the Olympics. Some types of competitions will traditionally be held on the beach.

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‘ Guys with skimbords
‘ An entertaining walk on the beach

From November to April, Copacabana is in high season. Millions of tourists come here to celebrate an unforgettable New Year’s Eve and the famous Brazilian Carnival. The beach also serves as a concert venue for world-famous musicians. Lenny Kravitz, Mick Jagger and Elton John have performed here. In 1994, Rod Stewart’s concert was listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as the largest show on the planet.

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Nightlife at Avenida Atlantica is more intense than daytime. Disco 2A2 is a popular place among young people. Another of its competitors is Club Six. It is visited not only by visitors, but also by locals. The establishment has 5 bars and 3 dance floors.

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‘ Copacabana during Fifa Fan Fest in 2014
‘ Copacabana Beach at night
‘ class=”fancybox” >This beach is one of the favorite spots of tourists and residents of Rio

Interesting facts

  • Copacabana Beach is the largest beach in the world. Along its promenade runs Avenida Atlântica, the street that hosts all the festive processions in Rio de Janeiro.
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