North Region Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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In Brazil’s far north the Amazon River flows though national parks, towns and cities and is the setting for memorable outdoor adventures and wildlife spotting.

Get ready for once-in-a-lifetime adventures amid the stunning natural landscapes of Brazil’s North Region. Canoe on the world’s second-longest river, trek in thick jungle, spot exotic wildlife and stay overnight at jungle lodges. Explore pristine national parks and visit sweltering cities. Swathed in tropical rainforest, the North Region extends from the Atlantic Ocean to Brazil’s Colombian and Peruvian borders.

The region’s biggest draw is the Amazon, an enormous jungle and river system that traverses around one half of the country. Join boat and canoe excursions along sections of the river and visit thriving indigenous communities. Spot wildlife such as multicolored birds and river dolphins. Manaus is a bustling urban center located on a bend of the Amazon River and a starting point for river and rainforest tours.

Scattered around the state of Amazonas are a series of unblemished national parks. Ride a boat between the islands of Parque Nacional do Jaú. Climb to the summit of the tallest mountain in Brazil, Pico da Neblina, in Parque Nacional do Pico da Neblina.

Stretching from the region’s center to the Atlantic Ocean is the state of Pará. Wander the streets of Belém, a port city and state capital. Admire the Portuguese-built landmarks and beaux-arts houses. Shop for Amazonian produce at the waterfront Ver-O-Peso market, in the city’s historic Cidade Velha. Catch a boat to the pretty beaches on the island of Marajó.

Travel to Amapá, the region’s northeastern state to explore more wilderness areas. Boating trips are possible around the myriad ecosystems of Parque Nacional do Cabo Orange. If you want to venture farther afield, join overland tours into neighboring French Guiana and Suriname. Inquire about departures from Belém.

Belém and Manaus are the transport hubs for the North Region. When visiting the Amazon it’s easy and convenient to get around via the many organized tours. Extend your Brazilian vacation and visit the beaches strewn along the northeastern coastline. Idyllic spots are just a short drive from SalvadorOpens in a new window, RecifeOpens in a new window and Natal.

Where to stay in North Region

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Manaus Centro

4/5(2 area reviews)

Manaus Centro is noteworthy for its theatres, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Teatro Amazonas and Port of Manaus.

Manaus Centro
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Mosqueiro

The beaches and riverfront are a few reasons travellers visit Mosqueiro. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Praia do Farol and Praia do Chapéu Virado are a few top sights nearby.

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Nazare

You'll enjoy the restaurants and monuments in Nazare. You might want to make time for a stop at Basilica of Our Lady of Nazareth or Palacete Bolonha.

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Cidade Nova Manaus

While Cidade Nova Manaus isn't home to many top sights, Amazon Arena and Archipelago of Anavilhanas are some notable places to visit nearby.

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São Brás

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in São Brás. You might want to make time for a stop at Paraense Emilio Goeldi Museum or Museu Emílio Goeldi & Parque Zoobotánico.

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Ponta Negra

Visitors to Ponta Negra enjoy its river views, and if you want to do some exploring, Ponta Negra Beach is worth a stop.

Ponta Negra
Rede Andrade Docas

Rede Andrade Docas

3 out of 5
Rua Senador Manoel Barata, Belém
The price is AU$70 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
AU$70
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Belém. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,031 reviews)
"The complimentary breakfast was good and I liked the view from my room. The bathroom was not clean and the pillows were completely flat."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Rede Andrade Docas
Rede Andrade Hangar

Rede Andrade Hangar

3 out of 5
Travessa Alferes Costa, 2716 - Pedreira, Belém, PA
The price is AU$88 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$88
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Belém. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Bosque Rodrigues Alves Jardim Botanico ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,020 reviews)
Ok hotel
"A hospedagem foi Ok. O prédio estava em reforma. Os quartos nao estavam 100%. Diria que estavam 60%. Necessitam de ajustes. Mas o café da manhã foi otimo e as pessoas da recepção e demais funcionários foram ótimos também."

Reviewed on 14 June 2025

Rede Andrade Hangar
Rede Andrade Amazônia

Rede Andrade Amazônia

3 out of 5
Av. Getúlio Vargas 227, Centro, Manaus, AM
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$43 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$43
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Manaus. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (791 reviews)
"Everything you’d want in a short stay hotel"

Reviewed on 27 June 2025

Rede Andrade Amazônia
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
STAY Cosmopolitan

STAY Cosmopolitan

3.5 out of 5
Av. Joaquim Teotônio Segurado, 201, Palmas, TO
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Palmas. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Espaco Cultural de Palmas and Shopping ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (10 reviews)
Boa
"o quarto bem limpo, cama e cobertas bem confortaveis e bem aconchegante. voltaria"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

STAY Cosmopolitan
Flat com vista no Tropical Executive

Flat com vista no Tropical Executive

2 out of 5
Av. Coronel Teixeira, 1320, 914, Manaus, AM
Stay at this aparthotel in Manaus. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Ponta Negra Beach and Moon Beach are located nearby.
7.8/10 Good! (9 reviews)
"Loved the pool, breakfast is good. And the hotel staff were great."

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2025

Flat com vista no Tropical Executive
INOVA FLATS

INOVA FLATS

3 out of 5
QUADRA 201 SUL RUA NSA CUNJUNTO 1, 13, Palmas, TO
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Palmas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Cesamar Park and Casa Sacuapara are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (5 reviews)
Recomendo sempre
"Super limpo , organizado e confortável , passei apenas uma noite , porém a experiência foi sensacional . Recomendo !!"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025

INOVA FLATS
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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