Praia da Costa
Praia da Costa
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Cy G
Toronto, Canada36 contributions
Apr 2022
One of the best beaches in the City, this is beach for all ages and you have no big waves to worry about. I swam easily to what they call a turtle island, I saw no turtles but it was a great achievement swimming there. I'd recommend coming here via taxi or Uber since parking is rarely available. Come as early as you can because during the summer months or in the afternoons it can be crowded quite quickly. This place is a perfect for relaxing and you rarely get people approaching you to buy stuff which to me is a big plus. Highly recommended and enjoy!
Written January 2, 2023
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Trip Volunteer
Sydney, Australia3,919 contributions
Aug 2024 • Solo
A busy beach. Very varied audience.
The water is bright. Thin and yellow sand.
At the northern tip of the beach there is a small canal where it is possible to walk through the sandy Banner to the Mermaid Stone.
It has several pickup points for electric skates.
In the surroundings, restaurants of all tastes.
Another good beach of Villa Velha.
The water is bright. Thin and yellow sand.
At the northern tip of the beach there is a small canal where it is possible to walk through the sandy Banner to the Mermaid Stone.
It has several pickup points for electric skates.
In the surroundings, restaurants of all tastes.
Another good beach of Villa Velha.
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Written August 8, 2024
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viajanteprofissional
Brasilia, DF5,495 contributions
Feb 2024 • Solo
It's a great option for those who like urbanized beaches with lots of people. In high season, the promenade is busy and the sandbank is full of bathers. The sea is beautiful and the view from that stretch of Espírito Santo coastline is beautiful. In short, a beach for those who enjoy hustle and bustle.

Written February 3, 2024
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Fabio Lopes Pedro
Santa Maria, RS2,936 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
We were next to a small square, as in the heat the crowds are strong and full of people. It has everything, Farofa beach, but difficult to access by Uber or your own vehicle as we had to pay for parking. Water a little calmer than other beaches but still cold water

Written December 30, 2023
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liviafcrj
Rio de Janeiro, RJ128 contributions
Jan 2024 • Family
The beach may be beautiful but it is super crowded. I didn't even want to go in.
We stopped in Vila Velha on the way up from Rio to Bahia by car.
Apart from lunch at Atlantica, the stop was a mistake. We could have gone straight to Itaúnas, which was our next destination.
We stopped in Vila Velha on the way up from Rio to Bahia by car.
Apart from lunch at Atlantica, the stop was a mistake. We could have gone straight to Itaúnas, which was our next destination.

Written January 17, 2024
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junior F
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Nov 2024 • Family
The beach is rubbish. This phrase well summarizes my experience. No bathrooms nearby, scattered garbage, pigeons, charge to sit in chairs with sunscreen (as you will consume on site) and lots of nuts. Horrible experience, Aracaju which was my last trip, gives 10x0.
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Written November 10, 2024
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ldye
England, UK102 contributions
Sep 2014 • Friends
The beaches in Great Victoria (Vitoria & Vila Velha area) aren't superb. The water is cold, the sand is full of popsicle sticks and other small trash items. There aren't public toilets but there are scattered little stands selling food and drink as well as lots of popsicle sellers who come by pulling carts.
The waves aren't big enough to surf in, but if you go to the very end of Praia da Costa near the big rock it is quite pleasant to swim (if you brave the cold) as the waves aren't as crashing. Lifeguards have recently started being placed at intervals, which is great.
One of the best things to do at the beach is walk along the broad boardwalk, especially at night when loads of people go out to exercise.
The waves aren't big enough to surf in, but if you go to the very end of Praia da Costa near the big rock it is quite pleasant to swim (if you brave the cold) as the waves aren't as crashing. Lifeguards have recently started being placed at intervals, which is great.
One of the best things to do at the beach is walk along the broad boardwalk, especially at night when loads of people go out to exercise.
Written September 23, 2014
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Bill warby
Catterick, UK14 contributions
May 2019 • Friends
Costa beach opposite Spetses had long been a boat trip by hindreds a week, long sandy, nice bar, water sports but alas now it is in ruin, disrepair, closed wrecked hotels, no life. So sad, now a no go destination, cannot believe it
Written May 23, 2019
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EstelaAltoe
Vila Velha, ES168 contributions
Jul 2014 • Friends
There are two sides, the main one with more waves and more people. There is a rock where you can go to take pictures but it is often (especially at night) full of people using drugs and there are lots of broken glass, so take care going barefoot. The other side is most often used by families and children, a lot of them! Because it has no waves (almost always). This area have a project for people on wheelchair, that takes them to the water with special equipments and the safe guard. Both sides, the sand is kinda dirty on weekends because of the quantity of people. At night, it's really dark and there are some homeless. But on weekends they have a fair with native products, food, more people, so it is better.
I recommend you to stay between Quality Suits Hotel and Farmácia Avenida. It's the best location, with beautiful people!
By the way, there is no bathroom available in the beach, so you probably have to use one of any restaurant or pharmacy.
I recommend you to stay between Quality Suits Hotel and Farmácia Avenida. It's the best location, with beautiful people!
By the way, there is no bathroom available in the beach, so you probably have to use one of any restaurant or pharmacy.
Written October 2, 2014
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Stella L
65 contributions
Aug 2016 • Friends
The beach is very beautiful and the left side of the beach is perfect for swimming. On the left side you will find calm waters, and also have a beautiful view from the city. I really enjoyed this beach!
Written October 18, 2016
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Glenda
Belo Horizonte, MG
As águas da praia da costa são sempre geladas? Fui lá em outubro/2022 e não consegui entrar no mar! Adorei a cidade de Vila Velha, exceto por isso. Quando fui a guarapari (praia do morro) achei a água bem morninha perto da praia da costa, mas foi em janeiro. Quero voltar, mas gostaria de saber se são sempre assim, se forem, preferirei Guarapari.
Written December 25, 2023
Olá! Entre os dias 24 a 25 de dezembro, minha família e eu pretendemos ir ao litoral capixaba. Temos crianças e gostaríamos de indicações de praias menos lotadas nesta época. Quais praias vocês indicam?
Written September 19, 2021
Olá! Gostaria de saber sobre a praia da costa no mês de junho. Clima, funcionamento de quiosques, movimento e etc. Agradeço desde já!!
Written March 13, 2021
Se Vitória fosse. Este. Um reta gulo. As letras. Avcs seria em que ordem. A Serra. Vila velha. Oceano Atlântico e Cariacica ou. B. Vila velha Cariacica. Oceano Atlântico e Serra. Ou C. Serra. Oceano Atlântico Vila velha e Cariacica ou D serra ode ano. Atlântico. Cariacica e Vila velha
Written December 13, 2020
Olá eu sou gestor de negócios e estou estudando a cidade de Vila Velha,queria saber qual tipo de comércio é escasso na cidade e que os moradores da cidade sentem falta!
Agradeço a resposta de cada um e irá ajudar em meu estudo e minha gestão!
Agradecido!
Written September 23, 2020
Estava como turista , senti falta de um local para tomar um café legal com tortas, doces e bolos regionais.
Fui antes da pandemia.
Written October 11, 2020
É permitido levar guarda-sol para a praia da costa?
Written January 22, 2020
Olá!! A praia da costa é um local tranquilo em relação a violência e assalto?
Written December 5, 2019
Por ser a principal praia de vila velha possui uma segurança reforçada para dar tranquilidade aos frequentadores e turistas. Mas como em toda cidade, não se pode facilitar e é sempre bom estar atento.
Written December 5, 2019
É permitido cães na Praia da Costa? Chegarei para o reveillon e preciso levar minha cachorrinha, ela é mto pequenina, tem 7 meses, vacinação em dia. Poderia curtir a areia da praia com ela?
Written December 19, 2018
De repente, é melhor você perguntar na recepção do lugar onde for ficar.
Written December 20, 2018
Por que não tem banheiros só nesses três quiosques? Itaparica tem em todos. E no RIO DE JANEIRO, cidade turística, também m tem.
Written November 19, 2018
Eu não tenho condições de responder a essa pergunta, mas ao mesmo tempo a grande maioria dos quiosques contam com banheiros aceptáveis e ainda tem o apoio dos Banheiros químicos espalhados na orla.
Written November 20, 2018
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