Title: Ribeira Travel Guide: Best of Ribeira, Natal Travel 2025 | 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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159646-Alberto-Maranhao-Theater.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Alberto Maranhao Theater which includes a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159643-Alberto-Maranhao-Theater.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Alberto Maranhao Theater showing theatre scenes and a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159642-Alberto-Maranhao-Theater.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Alberto Maranhao Theater which includes heritage elements and theatre scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159651-Alberto-Maranhao-Theater.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ribeira](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159648-Alberto-Maranhao-Theater.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Ribeira Things to do 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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159647-Alberto-Maranhao-Theater.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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159243-Northeast-Region.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) ![Redinha Beach featuring tropical scenes, kayaking or canoeing and a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159619-Redinha-Beach.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) ![Ponta Negra Beach showing general coastal views and a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159297-Natal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Morro do Careca Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Morro do Careca during your travels in Natal? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Morro-Do-Careca-Natal.d6184938.Attraction) ![Meio Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/abab59da03ccc4496a23a03e62d910f4.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) ![Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/e85e89e2cdf04ec9fa0ebfe1eb999e0e.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) ### 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 £30 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-natal-genipabu-dunes-buggy-adventure.a4755685.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 £16 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/genipabu-beach-tour-leaving-natal.a4395873.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 £16 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tour-in-pipa-full-day.a4397028.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 £16 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/pipa-beach-tour-leaving-natal.a4396958.activity-details) ![Natal: South Coast and Arituba Lagoon Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5214662/cda5a9b5-739a-4d1d-b46c-b52ed5d76bf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Natal: South Coast and Arituba Lagoon Tour £13 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/natal-south-coast-and-arituba-lagoon-tour.a5214662.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 £21 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/city-tour-of-natal-and-the-south-coast.a289959.activity-details) [See all activities in Natal](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Natal.d6142864.Travel-Guide-Activities) * * * ## Check Ribeira hotel availability [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635318321659&startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24) [Tonight](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635318321659&startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635318321659&startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635318321659&startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24)[23 Nov - 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Natal-Centro.dx553248635976395166) ![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) ### Cidade Alta You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Cidade Alta. You might want to make time for a stop at Matriz church or Camara Cascudo Memorial. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Natal-Cidade-Alta.dx553248635318310825) ![Natal showing a skyscraper, a coastal town and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159250-Northeast-Region.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) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/abab59da03ccc4496a23a03e62d910f4.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 Artist's 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. 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