Jardim de Alah Beach, Urban beach in Costa Azul, Salvador, Brazil

Jardim de Alah Beach is an urban beach in Costa Azul featuring a wide expanse of golden sand lined with coconut palms. Natural rock formations create small pools during low tide that separate swimmers from stronger ocean currents in deeper water.

The beachfront was requalified by Salvador's municipal government, with works completed and inaugurated on 21 November 2015. In 2019 the beach was hit more than once by the oil spill that reached Brazil's northeast coast. In May 2024 the city began planting a coconut nursery on 3,200 square metres of the garden, chosen for the site's high salinity and wind speed.

The beach takes its name from the adjoining Jardim de Alah, a small coconut grove that became part of the cityscape as the coast was urbanised. On the garden lawn, picnics, yoga, meditation and stretching sessions are common, and kiosks sell coconut water beside massage tables. In November 2023 the sand hosted Festival Canto pela Paz, a Christian music event.

Many massage providers and food vendors line the shore, offering services and traditional Bahian dishes throughout the day. The beach provides basic facilities and open sun exposure, so bring protection and stay hydrated while spending time here.

The natural rock pools that form during low tide are particularly worth exploring in the afternoon when they are most visible and accessible. These protected swimming areas offer a quieter experience compared to the open beach and often feel like miniature private lagoons.