Without doubt, Ponta Negra beach and its majestic ?Morro do Careca?, one of the postcard attracions of the city, is the best option for those who want to take advantage of the sea and the numerous sea-front bars and restaurants. Ponta Negra has a pavement (3km) joining the ?Via Costeira?to the ?Morro do Careca?. Ponta Negra is today, the biggest hotel and gastronomic centre in the city. There are hotels, ?pousadas? (cheap hotels) and restaurants.
Besides Ponta Negra, the other beaches in the urban area are ?Artistas?, ?Meio? and ?Forte?.

