Ponta do Farol 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

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

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

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 Historical City Tour

São Luis Historical City Tour

AU$200
per adult
São Luis Historical City Tour
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Our pick of the best Ponta do Farol Hotel Deals

Hotel Resort Rio Poty

Hotel Resort Rio Poty

4 out of 5
Av. dos Holandeses s/n, Lote 2/5 Quadra 32, Ponta D'Areia, São Luís, MA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$104 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
AU$104
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in São Luís. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (691 reviews)
"The hotel restaurant, breakfast, exercise gym, and pool was great. Food was great at hotel for breakfast and at beach club restaurant."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Hotel Resort Rio Poty
Stop Way Hotel São Luís

Stop Way Hotel São Luís

3 out of 5
Avenida Mario Meirelles Rua 26, Quadra 20 Ponta D areia, São Luís, MA
The price is AU$92 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$92
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in São Luís. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (648 reviews)
"Quite nice hotel. But no Drinking water."

Reviewed on 30 Sep. 2023

Stop Way Hotel São Luís
Hotel Premier

Hotel Premier

3 out of 5
Av. dos Holandeses, 03, Ponta D'Areia, São Luís, MA
The price is AU$76 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$76
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in São Luís. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Mirante da Lagoa and Ponta d'Areia Beach ...
7.6/10 Good! (636 reviews)
"The price is right, and service is great. Only the water pressure is low, and since located next to Main Street, it may get noisy late at night."

Reviewed on 21 Jan. 2024

Hotel Premier
Soft Win Hotel São Luis

Soft Win Hotel São Luis

3 out of 5
Rua 28, Lote 04, Quadra 21, 4, Ponta d'Areia, São Luís, MA
The price is AU$56 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$56
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in São Luís. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (844 reviews)
"Ver is fine, bur the"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Soft Win Hotel São Luis
Brisamar Hotel & SPA São Luís

Brisamar Hotel & SPA São Luís

4 out of 5
Av. Sao Marcos, No. 12, Ponta d'Areia, São Luís, MA
The price is AU$139 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$139
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in São Luís. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Mirante da Lagoa and Ponta d'Areia Beach ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (301 reviews)
"boas acomodacoes, area da piscina e excelente, cafe da manha poderia ter mais opcoes, restaurante para almoco e jantar com boas opcoes"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2023

Brisamar Hotel & SPA São Luís
Flat Number One Ferreira Hospdagens

Flat Number One Ferreira Hospdagens

3 out of 5
Av. dos Holandeses, São Luís, MA
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in São Luís. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and premium bedding. Popular attractions Mirante da Lagoa and Ponta d'Areia ...
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Other neighbourhoods around Ponta do Farol

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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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Centro Historico

While visiting Centro Historico, you might make a stop by sights like Centro de História Natural e Arqueologia do Maranhão and São Luís Central Market.

Centro Historico
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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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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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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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Tirirical

While Tirirical isn't home to many top sights, Sao Joao Batista Church and CEPRAMA are some notable places to visit nearby.

Tirirical

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