Porto District, Portugal

Praia das Pedras Amarelas

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.

Explore accommodation options near Praia das Pedras Amarelas and enjoy the scenic rocky landscape.

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.

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.

Praia das Pedras Amarelas: Weather Today

📅 Friday, October 24, 2025
Today at Praia das Pedras Amarelas is not ideal for the beach. The air temperature will reach 18.9 °C. Expect mostly cloudy skies and a chance of light showers. The wind will be light. With a sea temperature of 16.9 °C and high waves, it's not suitable for swimming.
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Air

Low / High14.7°C/18.9°C
Feels Like (High)20.3°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature16.9 °C
Wave Height2.5 m
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Rain

Rain Chance63%
Rainfall0.4 mm
Rain Duration3 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:57/18:40
Sunshine Hours3.8 hrs
UV Index3.5
Cloud Cover97%
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Wind

Speed5.8 km/h
Gusts15.1 km/h
DirectionNE

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