Areia Preta Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Ponta Negra Beach featuring a beach, a skyscraper and a coastal town

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.

Ponta Negra Beach
Ponta Negra Beach featuring a coastal town and general coastal views

Morro do Careca

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Morro do Careca during your travels in Natal?

Morro do Careca
Redinha Beach featuring tropical scenes, a sandy beach and general coastal views

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.

Redinha Beach
Meio Beach

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.

Meio Beach
Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte

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.

Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte
Dunes Park

Dunes Park

Explore the great outdoors at Dunes Park, a lovely green space in Natal. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Dunes Park

Activities

Full-Day Excursion to Maracajaú & Parrachos Reef

Full-Day Excursion to Maracajaú & Parrachos Reef

AU$156
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Excursion to Maracajaú & Parrachos Reef
Group snorkeling in Maracajau beach

Tour To Maracajaú With Catamaran Ride

AU$92
per adult
Tour To Maracajaú With Catamaran Ride
Lot of fun!!!

Buggy Ride - Genipabu + North Coast to Jacuma

AU$286
per traveller
Buggy Ride - Genipabu + North Coast to Jacuma
Arena das Dunas Tour: Guided Tour Ticket

Arena das Dunas Tour: Guided Tour Ticket

AU$14
per adult
Arena das Dunas Tour: Guided Tour Ticket
Genipabu | Full Day #VouDeLuck

Tour to Genipabu | Full Day

AU$28
per adult
Tour to Genipabu | Full Day
São Miguel do Gostoso Beach Tour

São Miguel do Gostoso Beach Tour

AU$110
per adult
São Miguel do Gostoso Beach Tour
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Our pick of the best Areia Preta Hotel Deals

Natal Praia Hotel
Natal Praia Hotel
3 out of 5
Av. Gov. Silvio Pedroza, 19, Natal, RN
The price is AU$34 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
AU$34
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Natal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Artist's Beach and Handicrafts Fair ...
7.6/10 Good! (533 reviews)
"Tour company promoted at the hotel did a good sand dunes tour at a discount No english spoken"

Reviewed on 1 Feb. 2024

Natal Praia Hotel
Hotel Paraíso Natal
Hotel Paraíso Natal
3 out of 5
Av. Governador Silvio Pedroza 34, Areia Preta, Natal, RN
The price is AU$38 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$38
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Natal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (368 reviews)
"Malo por dónde se lo mire, se nota que se quedó en el tiempo, las instalaciones son viejas descuidadas, muchas no funcionan, la cama y sábanas re viejas, el desayuno muy básico, no tienen ni un ventilador en el comedor, tremendo calor cuando se desayuna, lo rescatable es la ubicación que caminando ..."

Reviewed on 13 Feb. 2024

Hotel Paraíso Natal
Hotel Italia Beach
Hotel Italia Beach
3 out of 5
Av Gov Silvio Pedrosa, 26, Natal, RN
The price is AU$67 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$67
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Natal. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Artist's Beach and Handicrafts Fair of Artists ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (105 reviews)
"Excellent value for the money! Clean, basic, breakfast, pool, English speaking staff. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 22 Jan. 2020

Hotel Italia Beach
Hotel Paraiso Natal EXPRESS
Hotel Paraiso Natal EXPRESS
3 out of 5
Rua Silvio Pedrosa 31, 31, Natal, RN
The price is AU$50 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$50
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Natal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Artist's Beach and Handicrafts Fair of Artists Beach/Meio ...
Hotel Paraiso Natal EXPRESS
Serhs Natal Grand Hotel & Resort
Serhs Natal Grand Hotel & Resort
5 out of 5
Avenida Senador Dinarte Mariz 6045, Via Costeira Ponta negra, Natal, RN
The price is AU$567 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr
AU$567
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Natal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Better than expected!
"Thanks to Cicero, we had a great stay at this hotel. He helped us to resolve an issue we had with a room. And after that we could only concentrate on enjoying the beach and all attractions hotel had to offer"

Reviewed on 2 Mar. 2025

Serhs Natal Grand Hotel & Resort
Rede Andrade Bello Mare
Rede Andrade Bello Mare
3 out of 5
Av. Eng. Roberto Freire, 4917, Praia de Ponta Negra, Natal, RN
The price is AU$39 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$39
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Natal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (763 reviews)
"There are only 12 parking spots."

Reviewed on 13 Jan. 2025

Rede Andrade Bello Mare
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Other neighbourhoods around Areia Preta

Natal showing a skyscraper, a coastal town and general coastal views

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.

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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.

Praia do Meio
Alberto Maranhao Theater which includes interior views and theatre scenes

Natal Centro

While visiting Natal Centro, you might make a stop by sights like Alberto Maranhao Theater and Natal City Hall.

Natal Centro
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Tirol

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Tirol. You might want to make time for a stop at Midway Shopping Mall or Dunes Park.

Tirol
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Barro Vermelho

Visitors to Barro Vermelho like its beaches and churches, and Alberto Maranhão Theatre is a sight worth a stop.

Barro Vermelho
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Alecrim

Travellers like the monuments in Alecrim, and Sao Pedro Church is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Alecrim

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