Natal Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
municipality in Brazil, capital of Rio Grande do Norte
About Natal
Natal was founded on 25 December 1599, hence its name (Natalmeans Christmas in Portuguese). Unlike other Northeastern capitals, it did not quite benefit from the economic boom resulting from the region's sugar cane production. Instead it grew moderately and more organizedly, burgeoning on the state's cattle-raising activities and salt and oil extraction. Nowadays Natal is one of the 8 most visited cities of Brazil. Unlike other large cities of theNortheast of Brazil, likeRecifeorSalvador, Natal does not have a fascinating Historical Center or a vivid nightlife. In contrast, it is regarded as being significantly calmer than other large cities in the region, and as having a superior quality of life. Many rich Brazilians and foreigners alike have summer houses in the city. One of the primary
Top Attractions in Natal
Explore the best things to see and do in Natal:
- ★Areia Preta
- ★Centro de Turismo de Natal
- ★Forró com Turista
- ★Forte dos Reis Magos
- ★Igreja de Santo Antônio
- ★Memorial Câmara Cascudo
- ★Palácio Felipe Camarão
- ★Parque da Cidade
Where to Eat in Natal
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Beira Mar Restaurante
- 🍴Bohemia's Restaurante
- 🍴Camarões Restaurante
- 🍴Cia do Caldo
- 🍴Dolce Latte
- 🍴Eskinão da Vila
Where to Stay in Natal
- 🏨Agora Hostel
- 🏨Esmeralda Praia Hotel
- 🏨Kûara Hostel Natal (formerly Che Lagarto)
- 🏨Nikilfan Hostel
- 🏨Pestana Natal Beach Resort
- 🏨Pousada Maravista
Natal Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: