Praia das Pedras Amarelas, Portugal - Beach Guide, Info, Photos

Praia das Pedras Amarelas is a beautiful and picturesque beach located an hour's walk from central Porto. The beach is characterized by its rocky terrain, which offers a unique and scenic landscape. However, due to the rocky nature and the waves, it may not be the best choice for swimming.

One of the key features of Praia das Pedras Amarelas is the path that runs along the beach. This path is popular among bikers, walkers, and runners. It also provides an opportunity for adventurous visitors to climb the rocks, although caution is advised, especially in dewy weather conditions when visibility can be limited.

Near the beach, there is a playground, making it a suitable location for families with children. However, it should be noted that the playground does not have swings.

Jump to other sections below:

What to do at Praia das Pedras Amarelas? Praia das Pedras Amarelas Photos Visitor Reviews Where to Stay near Praia das Pedras Amarelas? Where is Praia das Pedras Amarelas? Praia das Pedras Amarelas: Weather Today Beaches near Praia das Pedras Amarelas

What to do at Praia das Pedras Amarelas?

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Praia das Pedras Amarelas include Mar à Vista, Restaurante Casa Branca, Dalí Food House, Beach Bar, Cremosi - Gaia and Aqua - Restaurant & Bar.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beach's beauty and its suitability for various activities such as walking, biking, and rock climbing. The picturesque views and the nearby playground, despite lacking swings, are also appreciated by visitors. However, some visitors have raised concerns about the beach being rocky and not ideal for swimming.

Where to Stay near Praia das Pedras Amarelas?

Visitors to Praia das Pedras Amarelas often stay in the nearby city of Porto, which offers a variety of accommodations and is well-connected to the beach by public transport. Many choose to include Praia das Pedras Amarelas as part of their itinerary while exploring Porto and its surroundings, enjoying the beach for its scenic paths and unique rocky landscape rather than for swimming.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Praia das Pedras Amarelas?

Latitude: 41.1265578 / Longitude: -8.6674266

Praia das Pedras Amarelas is located in Porto District. The following map of Praia das Pedras Amarelas shows the exact location.

Nearby destinations:

Praia das Pedras Amarelas: Weather Today

📅 Thursday, July 23, 2026

Summary
Full Forecast

Today offers a reasonably pleasant day for a beach visit, provided you are prepared for a mix of sunshine and passing clouds. With air temperatures reaching 24.6 °C and the water sitting at 21.4 °C, the conditions are comfortable for a refreshing swim. You will experience a light breeze throughout the day, though occasionally stronger gusts may pick up across the sand. The surf remains gentle, making it a calm environment for those near the water. Because the UV Index is 7.9, be sure to apply plenty of sunscreen and seek shade during the peak afternoon hours to protect your skin. Overall, it is a great day to enjoy the coast, even with the cloud cover keeping things a bit tempered.

🌬️

Air

Low / High	19°C/24.6°C
Feels Like (High)	27.2°C

🌊

Sea

Sea Temperature	21.4 °C
Wave Height	0.8 m

🌧️

Rain

Rain Chance	0%
Rainfall	0 mm
Rain Duration	0 h

🌞

Sun

Sunrise / Sunset	06:21/21:00
Sunshine Hours	12.9 hrs
UV Index	7.9
Cloud Cover	70%

💨

Wind

Speed	13.5 km/h
Gusts	35.6 km/h
Direction	SW