Title: Ribeira Travel Guide: Best of Ribeira, Natal Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Ribeira](https://expedia.co.uk/Ribeira-Natal-Hotels.0-n553248635318321659-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Natal](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Natal.d6142864.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Natal](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Natal.d6142864.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Ribeira Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Ribeira.d553248635318321659.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ribeira Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ribeira.d553248635318321659.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Ribeira Travel Guide ## Natal ![Alberto Maranhao Theater showing theatre scenes and a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190113/afc44015-e9d8-4b0c-a5a9-68ff622f47d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Alberto Maranhao Theater showing theatre scenes and a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190113/afc44015-e9d8-4b0c-a5a9-68ff622f47d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Alberto Maranhao Theater which includes a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190113/edcb521a-8d76-41ed-a7d6-c2ed3b6d5d21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Alberto Maranhao Theater showing theatre scenes and a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190113/2b81b04d-d09a-4dbe-919a-76b48d570afd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Alberto Maranhao Theater which includes heritage elements and theatre scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190113/776263b1-9e43-40cb-893c-796a3b291e9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Ribeira Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Natal travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Natal.dx6142864) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Alberto Maranhao Theater which includes heritage elements, interior views and theatre scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190113/217930a9-85fa-463f-9682-d21606bc01c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alberto Maranhao Theater Watch a dance show or opera with local residents and admire the ornate architecture of the city’s oldest theater. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alberto-Maranhao-Theater-Ribeira.d6190113.Attraction) ![Ponta Negra Beach showing a coastal town, a sandy beach and a skyscraper](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6170762/d182278c-10bb-42d6-ab95-895276190ab6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ponta Negra Beach Gaze up at Natal’s most famous dune on the southern end of this beach. Visit its many stalls, bars and restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ponta-Negra-Beach-Ponta-Negra.d6170762.Attraction) ![360 aerial photo taken with drone of Morro do Careca in Ponta Negra, Natal, Brazil](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6184938/c4e80bcc-6013-4ab1-8608-9489e0d01eaa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Morro do Careca If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Morro do Careca might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Natal. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply enjoy its bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Morro-Do-Careca-Natal.d6184938.Attraction) ![Redinha Beach featuring tropical scenes, kayaking or canoeing and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190092/04cd0310-87f1-44bc-8d33-dd3c1a1f8704.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Redinha Beach Stroll down the pier for a view of the bridge that hovers over this scenic beach. Enjoy its lively atmosphere and local fried fish delicacy. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Redinha-Beach-Natal.d6190092.Attraction) ![0_155026974](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6098606/55b91750-4481-423b-aef2-4a8edd64be1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte during your travels in Natal. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Federal-University-Of-Rio-Grande-Do-Norte-Lagoa-Nova.d6098606.Attraction) ![0_6425c2d9-3c96-414e-88f6-0b62557777b0_raw](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142866/3afeb554-cdea-46c9-802a-da8636a8962c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Meio Beach If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Meio Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Natal. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Meio-Beach-Natal.d6142866.Attraction) ### Things to do ![From Natal: Genipabu Dunes Buggy Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4755685/30ee1c87-8290-47cd-bcfb-0e90ec93f42e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Natal: Genipabu Dunes Buggy Adventure £38 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-natal-genipabu-dunes-buggy-adventure.a4755685.activity-details) ![I have the best tour for you who want to enjoy adventures and be in contact with nature, the south coast is the most complete tour in the region. Come live these experiences with Papari Turismo!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46995142/0aca20fe-657e-4ddd-83cc-8dcabee46c2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 4x4 tour on the South Coast of Natal £26 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/4x4-tour-on-the-south-coast-of-natal.a46995142.activity-details) ![Genipabu Beach Tour - Leaving Natal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4395873/7f45e76a-7ce0-44c1-9038-01780f603b04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Genipabu Beach Tour - Leaving Natal £15 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/genipabu-beach-tour-leaving-natal.a4395873.activity-details) ![City & South Coast Full-Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/289959/d630961b-bf57-4fec-876f-56db995a0658.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### City Tour Of Natal and the South Coast £12 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-tour-of-natal-and-the-south-coast.a289959.activity-details) ![Pipa Beach Tour - Leaving Natal](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4396958/7eddcf13-72c0-4d81-bc25-2c491c8af8c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pipa Beach Tour - Leaving Natal £15 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/pipa-beach-tour-leaving-natal.a4396958.activity-details) ![plateau](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4397028/39e5adad-ce42-41ce-88e3-d776d166c77b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tour in Pipa | Full Day £17 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tour-in-pipa-full-day.a4397028.activity-details) [See all activities in Natal](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Natal.d6142864.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Ribeira ![Serhs Natal Grand Hotel & Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1500000/1490100/1490044/b9188354_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Serhs Natal Grand Hotel & Resort Avenida Senador Dinarte Mariz 6045 Natal RN £82 12 Feb - 13 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in Natal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) Beautiful pool and beach. The only problem we had was waiting very long to get into the restaurant sometimes an hour and a half. Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=1490044&PinnedHotelID=1490044&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635318321659) ![Kristie Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8820000/8818100/8818086/3401cfc7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kristie Resort Av Engenheiro Roberto Freire, 5464 Natal RN £74 12 Feb - 13 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Natal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall value in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews) great place to stay Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=8818086&PinnedHotelID=8818086&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635318321659) ![GoldMen Vila do Mar Natal](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48100/48022/14825834_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### GoldMen Vila do Mar Natal Via Costeira 4233 Natal RN £124 19 Feb - 20 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Natal. Enjoy 4 outdoor pools, a beach locale and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Ponta Negra Beach and Dunes Park are located ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (93 reviews) El lugar hermoso y la gente amable, lo unico que no gusto es que estaban en refaccion y no estaba disponible el area de juegos, hubiera estado bueno avisen asi uno no se aburre tanto Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%2F02%2F2026&selected=48022&PinnedHotelID=48022&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635318321659) ![Majestic Ponta Negra Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4920000/4919700/4919660/8b3ceaaa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Majestic Ponta Negra Beach Av. Eng. Roberto Freire 3800 Natal RN £96 10 Feb - 11 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Natal. Enjoy free breakfast, 24-hour room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews) Great service and attention. Very nice staying Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=4919660&PinnedHotelID=4919660&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635318321659) ![Coral Plaza Apart Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4600000/4598300/4598222/7de90a43_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Coral Plaza Apart Hotel Rua Francisco Gurgel, 9005 Natal RN £95 3 Mar - 4 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach aparthotel in Natal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Ponta Negra Beach and Artesanato Villarte Shops ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (425 reviews) The location, the facility, and the staff were awesome. Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026&selected=4598222&PinnedHotelID=4598222&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635318321659) ![Monza Palace Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10280000/10272400/10272332/9d8707d9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Monza Palace Hotel Av. Senador Salgado Filho, 3490 Natal RN £27 3 Mar - 4 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Natal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Ponta Negra Beach and Via Direta Shopping Mall are located ... 7.8/10 Good! (465 reviews) Nice hotel to stay. I liked it more than expected! Reviewed on 3 Jan 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026&selected=10272332&PinnedHotelID=10272332&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635318321659) [See all 603 properties in Ribeira](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635318321659) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Natal-Centro.dx553248635976395166) ![Natal featuring boating and a marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142864/7b74ac0a-6a6c-411b-adbe-a2db3dbfb481.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Petrópolis You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Petrópolis. You might want to make time for a stop at Dunes Park or Museu Camara Cascudo. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Natal-Petropolis.dx553248635318306121) ![0_6425c2d9-3c96-414e-88f6-0b62557777b0_raw](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142866/3afeb554-cdea-46c9-802a-da8636a8962c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Praia do Meio You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Praia do Meio. You might want to make time for a stop at Meio Beach or Handicrafts Fair of Artists Beach/Meio Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Natal-Praia-Do-Meio.dx553248635209677616) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Areia Preta You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Areia Preta. You might want to make time for a stop at Areia Preta Beach or Sun Clock. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Natal-Areia-Preta.dx553248635318317445) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Alecrim Alecrim is well liked for its monuments. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Natal area, you might plan a trip to Midway Shopping Mall or Dunas Arena. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Natal-Alecrim.dx553248635318311884) ![Newton Navarro Bridge which includes a bridge and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6189383/cd9a4752-5a1c-45ea-8b13-55e4a90f2dce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Redinha You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Redinha. You might want to make time for a stop at Redinha Beach or Newton Navarro Bridge. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Natal-Redinha.dx553248635318465286) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Ribeira Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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