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.

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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.

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Praia das Pedras Amarelas: Weather Today

📅 Friday, April 24, 2026

Summary
Full Forecast

This is a challenging day for a beach visit, as conditions at Praia das Pedras Amarelas are far from ideal. You will encounter thick fog throughout the day, which keeps the atmosphere quite dim and damp. The air temperature reaches a maximum of 19.1 °C, while the water remains chilly at 16.0 °C, making it definitely not suitable for swimming. Furthermore, the waves are quite rough and choppy, which could make walking along the shoreline unpleasant. Although the sun is mostly hidden behind heavy clouds, the UV Index reaches 7.15, so please take care if you are spending time outdoors. With brisk winds sweeping across the sand, it is best to skip the beach today and plan your outing for a clearer, calmer afternoon.

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Air

Low / High	11.7°C/19.1°C
Feels Like (High)	19.9°C

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Sea

Sea Temperature	16.0 °C
Wave Height	1.7 m

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Rain

Rain Chance	0%
Rainfall	0 mm
Rain Duration	0 h

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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset	06:41/20:23
Sunshine Hours	10.3 hrs
UV Index	7.15
Cloud Cover	72%

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Wind

Speed	16.3 km/h
Gusts	40.3 km/h
Direction	NW