Copacabana beach - Rio de Janeiro Beauty: 5 (5=excellent / 4=good / 3=ok / 2=bad 1=very bad) Infrastructure for tourism: 4 find Copacabana on Rio map - click here Description: world famous beach and city quarter. Sea can be calm or with big waves. Attractions: fishing colony (at Posto 6) // "Forte de Copacabana" (info) Info: Copacabana, known as the "little sea princess", is one of the most famous city districts in the world. along the beach are six livesaving bases which are helpful in one's orientation. The beach is wide and beautiful suited for sporting activities. The sea is usually serene with small waves, except during a "Ressaca" (storm), when Copacabana turns into a surfer's paradise.