Praia da Bolsa

Location Categories: Beaches & Nature Gay BeachLocation Tags: Mixed

Gay beach · Rio de Janeiro Copacabana

A stretch of Copacabana beach in front of the Copacabana Palace hotel, a meeting point for the queer crowd for decades. The rainbow flag marks the spot.

  • Rainbow flag
Address
Av. Atlântica, in front of the Copacabana Palace
Rio de Janeiro
Crowd
Mixed queer, many locals
Facilities
Beach stalls with chairs, umbrellas and drinks
Location
Copacabana, in front of the Copacabana Palace on Av. Atlântica

What makes Praia da Bolsa stand out

Alongside the Farme section in Ipanema, Praia da Bolsa is Rio’s best-known gay beach. The stretch is in the middle of Copacabana and easy to reach. As everywhere on the beach: leave valuables at the hotel.

A good fit if you …

  • are staying in Copacabana
  • are looking for a queer beach section without going to Ipanema

Not ideal if you …

  • want a secluded, quiet beach
Our tip: Only take the essentials to the beach.

Editorially researched, as of October 2026. Sources: Travel Gay city page Rio (2026). Access and use may change, please check before visiting.

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