beach · São Sebastião, SP
Praia de Juquehy
A cove with a calm sea and light sand, with good facilities including bars, restaurants and vacation homes, a favorite with families. It is next to smaller beaches reached by short trails along the rocky shore.
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About Praia de Juquehy
Praia de Juquehy (beach) is one of the most popular on the South Coast of São Sebastião, on the São Paulo North Coast. It lies between Barra do Sahy and Barra do Una, at the foot of the Atlantic Forest-covered mountains of the Serra do Mar.
The strip of sand is long, wide and firm. That draws people who like to walk, run, cycle and play frescobol (beach paddleball) by the water. The middle of the beach is the busiest stretch; near the ends the mood is more relaxed.
The sea ranges from calm to moderate along the shore. At one end the waves are stronger and surfers show up. At the other, a river meets the sea and forms a stretch of gentle water, popular with families with small children.
Behind the sand is a neighborhood of vacation homes and gated communities, with pousadas, restaurants, kiosks and small shops. It is an easy beach to visit: you can drive almost to the sand and there is no trail to tackle.
Before you go
Practical information
How much time to set aside
Set aside half a day to enjoy the beach; a full day if you want to combine it with Barra do Una.
Best time
From late spring to early fall, for the heat and the more inviting sea; in the morning the beach is quieter, and in the late afternoon the light is beautiful on the sand.
How to get there
It is on the South Coast of São Sebastião (SP), along the Rio-Santos highway (BR-101/SP-55), between Barra do Sahy and Barra do Una. You can reach it from several streets in the Juquehy neighborhood, and there is parking near the shore.
Tip
For calm swimming with children, look for the end where the river meets the sea; if you want to catch waves, head to the opposite end. On holidays and in high season, arrive early to park near the sand.
A look at the place
Praia de Juquehy in pictures
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Praia de Juquehy
Is Praia de Juquehy good for kids?
Yes. The sea ranges from calm to moderate, and at the end where the river meets the sea the water is gentle, good for small children. The beach has plenty of kiosks and restaurants.
Can you surf at Juquehy?
Yes, at one end the waves are stronger and surfers show up. For more consistent surf, neighboring Camburi and Maresias are better known.
Where is Praia de Juquehy?
On the South Coast of São Sebastião, on the São Paulo North Coast, along the Rio-Santos highway, between Barra do Sahy and Barra do Una.
Are there bars and restaurants at Juquehy?
Yes. There are kiosks on the sand, plus restaurants, pousadas (guesthouses), grocery stores and small shops in the neighborhood behind the beach.
What is the difference between Juquehy and Maresias?
Juquehy is quieter and more family-oriented, with a generally calmer sea. Maresias is livelier, with strong waves and a busy nightlife.