Half-Day Guided Tour: Discover Sao Luis City and Its 400 Years of History
Sao Luis
Embark on a half-day guided tour of São Luis City and immerse yourself in its rich history spanning almost 400 years. Explore the vibrant neighborhoods, iconic landmarks, and experience the multi-ethnic culture of this captivating destination.
Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Praca Pedro II - Praça Pedro II is also known as Largo do Palácio and stands out for being the starting point of the city. It was there that the French built a fort, which eventually became the Palace of the Lions (seat of the state government). In addition, they built works that left a rich architectural ensemble for the city.

Other important constructions of the place are the City Hall Building, the Episcopal Palace, founded by the Jesuits in the 17th century, the Sé Catedral and small townhouses. Finally, the place also houses a light source installed in front of the Cathedral and a bronze sculpture of Mãe D´Água, by Newton Sá.

  • Praca Benedito Leite - After undergoing a recent renovation, Praça Benedito Leite is ready to receive tourists, with a new floor, renovation of the sidewalk and bandstand, new lighting, the recovery of the statue of Benedito Leite and the entire infrastructure of the place, besides the planting of Pau-Brasil (brazilwood), oiti and ipês.
  • Centro Historico de Sao Luis - Pass by many historical streets such as Rua do Giz, Rua da Estrela, Rua Portugal and get to know curiosities and many other stories.
  • Beco Catarina Mina - The staircase of 35 wide steps in limestone stones, dating from the 18th century, was named in honor of a beautiful slave who, from the hard work and “favors” given to Portuguese colonels, bought her own manumission.
  • Casa das Tulhas - Built in the mid-18th century to function as a kind of granary, Casa das Tulhas is one of the main markets for the purchase of products from Maranhão in the city of São Luís.
What's Included
  • Roundtrip transfer to most São Luis hotels
  • Portuguese-speaking professional tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Food and beverages
Additional Information

Long live the almost 400 years of history with this broadly popular multi-ethnic city that is home to one of the largest historical centers in the Americas. The ride to São Luis is scenic and you will enjoy a walk through the neighborhoods of Praia Grande (now known as Revive Project), Avenida Litorânea, among other places of interest in this historic city

    • Please note that there are some hotels in the city that are not included in our pickup routes. If your hotel is not included, we will contact you to inform you of the closest pick up location. We ask that you to wait for the guide at the lobby of the indicated hotel.
    • The Palace of the Lions (Wednesday to Sunday) and the Arthur Azevedo Theatre (Monday to Friday) are open to visitors only in the afternoon, from 14h. At Mondays museums are closed for maintenance.
Location
Praca Pedro II
Av. Dom Pedro ll
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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