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
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
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
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

Group snorkeling in Maracajau beach

Tour To Maracajaú With Catamaran Ride

AU$93
per adult
Tour To Maracajaú With Catamaran Ride
Full-Day Excursion to Maracajaú & Parrachos Reef

Full-Day Excursion to Maracajaú & Parrachos Reef

AU$157
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Excursion to Maracajaú & Parrachos Reef
Lot of fun!!!

Buggy Ride - Genipabu + North Coast to Jacuma

AU$322
per traveller
Buggy Ride - Genipabu + North Coast to Jacuma
View of the Curimataú River

Barra de Cunhaú Tour - Leaving Natal

AU$30
per adult
Barra de Cunhaú Tour - Leaving Natal
Genipabu | Full Day #VouDeLuck

Genipabu | Full Day #VouDeLuck

AU$28
per adult
Genipabu | Full Day #VouDeLuck
City & South Coast Full-Day Tour

City Tour Of Natal and the South Coast

AU$51
per adult
City Tour Of Natal and the South Coast
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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$44 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
AU$44
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
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! (518 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 28 Feb to 1 Mar
AU$38
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
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! (337 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$51 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
AU$51
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
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! (111 reviews)
"Excellent value for the money! Clean, basic, breakfast, pool, English speaking staff. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 22 Jan. 2020

Hotel Italia Beach
Golden Tulip Natal Ponta Negra
Golden Tulip Natal Ponta Negra
3.5 out of 5
Av. Engenheiro Roberto Freire, 4382, Natal
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Natal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (724 reviews)
"Great place and location"

Reviewed on 6 Jan. 2025

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Golden Tulip Natal Ponta Negra
Costeira Palace Beach Resort All Inclusive
Costeira Palace Beach Resort All Inclusive
4 out of 5
Av Sen Dinarte de Medeiros Mariz 1195, Via Costeira - KM 11, Natal, RN
The price is AU$358 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$358
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 4-star beach property in Natal. Enjoy free WiFi, 9 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Ponta Negra Beach and Mae Luiza Lighthouse ...
6/10 (1 review)
Impressões dos primeiros hospedes!
"Primeiramente gostaria de falar sobre as belissimas instalações deste novo resort. Lugar muito bonito, bem decorado e toda decoração de muito bom gosto. Piscinas bonitas, enfim nada a falar da estrutura, decoração e piscinas."

Reviewed on 12 Feb. 2025

Costeira Palace Beach Resort All Inclusive
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$35 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$35
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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! (708 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.

Petrópolis
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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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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 San Antonio do Galo Church.

Cidade Alta
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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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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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