Maranhão Travel Guide

Brazil

A vast desert landscape with rolling sand dunes and a person walking in the foreground.
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A beach with palm trees and the sun shining.
A building with ornate spires and a clock tower.
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Popular cities in Maranhão

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São Luís
Known for Monuments, Culture and Theatres
Get away to tropical São Luís! Enjoy the monuments, culture and castle.

Reasons to visit

  • Ponta d'Areia Beach
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A vast desert landscape with white sand dunes and blue water channels.
Barreirinhas
Known for Kite surfing, Tropical and Deserts
Explore quaint Barreirinhas: its kitesurfing, desert views, culture and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Cabure Beach
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A large white sand area with a turquoise water body and a small island.
Santo Amaro do Maranhão
Known for Tours, Walking and Natural parks
Trip time! Discover the parks in Santo Amaro do Maranhão.
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A suspension bridge over a calm river at sunset.
Imperatriz
Known for Theme parks, Culture and Natural parks
Get away to Imperatriz! Enjoy the theme park, culture and art.
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A desert landscape with sand dunes and a body of water.
Tutóia
Known for Walking and Beaches
Escape to Tutóia! Enjoy its beaches.
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A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff with lush greenery.
Carolina
Known for Nature and Natural parks
Get away to Carolina! Enjoy the natural setting and more.
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Stay near popular Maranhão attractions

Ponta d'Areia Beach

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Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Ponta d'Areia Beach during your travels in São Luís?
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