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Discover the best places to visit, vacation spots & things to see in Brazil

Whether you're looking for the best beach vacation spots in Brazil, thrilling adventure sports, or a vibrant food scene, I have a perfect destination in Brazil for you. With landscapes ranging from rainforest to pristine beaches, together with deep cultural traditions and diverse culinary experiences, the country offers endless opportunities for exploration and relaxation.

Choose a destination below to see a practical travel guide with detailed instructions on how to get there, the top things to see and do, where to stay, and important things to know before you go. 

The Ultimate Brazil Travel Guide: Lencois Maranhenses

Do you know what happens when it rains over pristine, white sand dunes? This unique national park has the answer.

Woman sits on a sand dune looking at a blue lagoon in Lencois Maranhenses

The Ultimate Brazil Travel Guide: Pipa

Spot dolphins while you learn to surf below Pipa's stunning cliff-lined beaches

Red sand at Pipa Beach, Brazil

The Ultimate Brazil Travel Guide: Morro de Sao Paulo

MSP offers a true balance of tranquility, nightlife, and nature

Aerial view of Morro de Sao Paulo Primera and Segunda Praia (First and Second Beach)

The Ultimate Brazil Travel Guide: Ilha Grande

Long, sandy beaches and crystal clear waters - you'll have to hike to see this Island's best attractions

Ilha Grande Beach Brazil

The Ultimate Brazil Travel Guide: Porto Alegre

Experience the cultural heartbeat of Southern Brazil

Aerial view of high rise buildings and a winding river in Porto Alegre

The Ultimate Brazil Travel Guide: Ouro Preto

A hilly historic town turned university city, with lively nightlife

Buildings peek through deep green forest on the mountains of Ouro Preto

The Ultimate Brazil Travel Guide: Curitiba

Explore one of Brazil’s most sustainable cities, known for its green spaces and urban planning.

Long garden of red and yellow flowers lead to the greenhouse

The Ultimate Brazil Travel Guide: Joao Pessoa

Discover the serene beauty of João Pessoa, where white-sand beaches, rich history, and a laid-back vibe blend seamlessly with the city’s cultural landmarks and natural reserves.

Highrise buildings in the horizon behind Manaira Beach, Joao Pessoa

The Ultimate Brazil Travel Guide: Salvador

Discover the vibrant rhythms of Salvador, where Afro-Brazilian culture is reflected in the historic Pelourinho district, capoeira performances, and traditional Bahian cuisine

Pelourinho historic center of Salvador

The Ultimate Brazil Travel Guide: Rio de Janeiro

Culture and history. Beaches and nature. Cuisine and nightlife. Rio de Janeiro proves you really can have it all.

Aerial view of the bay in Rio de Janeiro

The Ultimate Brazil Travel Guide: Caraiva

Take a canoe to cross the river to Caraiva and unwind like never before on miles of deserted white sandy beach.

Canoe in the Caraíva River

The Ultimate Brazil Travel Guide: Maceio

Maceió is the gateway to the Alagoas, a string of beaches with calm clear water and natural pools.

Colored boats line the long white sand beach in Maceio
Green and yellow tropical flowers Brazil

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