São Luís, Brazil

São Luís, Brazil

São Luís Brazil

São Luís is the capital of the Brazilian state of Maranhão, located on São Luís Island in the Baía de São Marcos. It’s a charming city with a distinctive culture. Once a major slave port, São Luís has preserved much of its African heritage, evident in its cuisine, popular traditions and festivals, and the lively reggae scene that makes the city’s culture stand out among Brazilian destinations. The main attraction in São Luís is its historic centre, with a vast collection of buildings dating from the 17th to the 19th centuries. The Centro Histórico is effectively an open-air museum, packed with architectural details such as azulejos, picturesque windows, doors and balconies, cobblestones and narrow streets that transport visitors back into the city’s rich past. São Luís also boasts one of the best concentrations of galleries, museums and craft shops in Brazil’s Northeast. São Luís is a fascinating place, a city with a touch of magic and a vibrant atmosphere. In short, São Luís is a genuine pleasure to visit.
Recommended airport
Marechal Cunha Machado Intl (SLZ)