Maranhão Travel Guide

Brazil

A vast desert landscape with rolling sand dunes and a person walking in the foreground.
A person standing on a white sandbar with a river in the background.
A beach with palm trees and the sun shining.
A building with ornate spires and a clock tower.
A glacier with a sunset in the background.

Popular cities in Maranhão

A historic building with two prominent towers and a clock.
São Luís
Known for Monuments, Culture and Theatres
Get away to tropical São Luís! Enjoy the monuments, culture and parks.

Reasons to visit

  • Ponta d'Areia Beach
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, adventures and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Cabure Beach
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 parks.
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.

Stay near popular Maranhão attractions

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