Centro Historico Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Ponta d'Areia Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Ponta d'Areia Beach during your travels in São Luís?

Ponta d'Areia Beach

Olho d'Agua Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Olho d'Agua Beach during your travels in São Luís?

Olho d'Agua Beach

São Luís Central Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at São Luís Central Market during your stay in São Luís Historical Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

São Luís Central Market

Ceuma University

Explore the campus of Ceuma University during your stay in São Luís. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

Ceuma University

Palace of the Lions

After visiting Palace of the Lions, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in São Luís Historical Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Palace of the Lions

House of Maranhao

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in House of Maranhao during your travels in São Luís Historical Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

House of Maranhao

Activities

São Luis City Tour

São Luis City Tour

AU$72
per traveller
São Luis City Tour
Private Walking Tour of the Historical Center of São Luís do Maranhão

Private Walking Tour of the Historical Center of São Luís do Maranhão

AU$109
per adult
Private Walking Tour of the Historical Center of São Luís do Maranhão
Boat Tour On The Preguiças River

Boat Tour On The Preguiças River

AU$71
per adult
Boat Tour On The Preguiças River
7 Days Emotion Route - From São Luis to Fortaleza

7 Days Emotion Route - From São Luis to Fortaleza

AU$3,748
per traveller
7 Days Emotion Route - From São Luis to Fortaleza
Alcântara City Tour

Alcântara City Tour

AU$276
per adult
Alcântara City Tour
São Luis Historical City Tour

São Luis Historical City Tour

AU$203
per adult
São Luis Historical City Tour
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Our pick of the best Centro Historico Hotel Deals

Palma Hostel
Palma Hostel
2 out of 5
Rua do Giz, 129,, Centro, São Luís, MA
Stay at this pousada in São Luís. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Centro de História Natural e ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (68 reviews)
Bom, mas confuso
"Foi tudo ótimo. Mas realmente foi confuso reservar o palma e ter que se deslocar com mala pesada pro outro lado da rua pra ficar no outro hostel que não é o palma. Deveriam separar as reservas e as ofertas."

Reviewed on 30 Aug. 2023

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Palma Hostel
AMERICO HOSTEL
AMERICO HOSTEL
3 out of 5
rua da palma, centro, 142, São Luís, MA
Stay at this 3-star inn in São Luís. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour business center. Popular attractions Domingos Vieira Filho Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (10 reviews)
Good location
"Location wise this place was an excellent choice. Comfort wise it was far from ideal unfortunately."

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

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AMERICO HOSTEL
Henrique Bóis
Henrique Bóis
2 out of 5
Av. Pedro II, 52, Sao Luis, MA
The price is AU$27 per night from 18 July to 19 July
AU$27
18 July - 19 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in São Luís. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Se Church and Episcopal Palace are ...
Henrique Bóis
Pousada Portas da Amazônia
Pousada Portas da Amazônia
2 out of 5
Rua Vinte E Oito De Julho, 129, São Luís, MA
Stay at this pousada in São Luís. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour front desk, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Centro de História Natural ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
"O lugar para quem quer ficar no centro his"

Reviewed on 8 May 2025

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Pousada Portas da Amazônia
POUSADA DOS LEÕES
POUSADA DOS LEÕES
3 out of 5
RUA DA CRUZ 453, CENTRO, SÃO LUIS - MA, São Luís, MA
Stay at this 3-star pousada in São Luís. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Maranhao History and Art Museum and Ribeirao ...
Ok
"O lugar tem tudo pra ser otimo, mas precisa muito de manutenção, a tampa da lixeira e da privada saíram na minha mão quando fui utilizar, o quarto estava com cheiro de mofo misturado com tinta e as roupas de cama empoleiradas, deu para ficar pois passei apenas uma noite, ja cheguei de madrugada e ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2024

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POUSADA DOS LEÕES
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1 out of 5
R. Nazareth, 184, São Luís, MA
Stay at this hostel in São Luís. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Centro de História Natural e Arqueologia do Maranhão ...
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Other neighbourhoods around Centro Historico

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Ponta D'areia

If you're spending some time in Ponta D'areia, Ponta d'Areia Beach and Calhau Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Ponta D'areia
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Ponta do Farol

Travellers like the beaches in Ponta do Farol, and Ponta d'Areia Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Ponta do Farol
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Anil

While Anil isn't home to many top sights, Maranhao History and Art Museum and Centro de História Natural e Arqueologia do Maranhão are some notable places to visit nearby.

Anil
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Tirirical

While Tirirical isn't home to many top sights, Bacanga State Park and Palacio das Lagrimas are some notable places to visit nearby.

Tirirical
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Turu

While Turu may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Olho d'Agua Beach and Calhau Beach.

Turu
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Olho D'agua

Travellers like the beaches in Olho D'agua, and Olho d'Agua Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Olho D'agua

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