Vista de Maceió tirada da cobertura do Hotel Mercure (Pajuçara) |
MACEIÓ – ALAGOAS is one of the beach
destinations in Brazil that has been most requested by tourists in the last years,
the delightful beaches, sea with a typical warm temperature of Brazil’s northeastern
beaches, attractive prices of food and lots of easy programming around. I will point
some local tours that I really enjoyeded at this great city and its
surroundings.
When
in Maceió, there is a very good beach called Ponta Verde Beach, it’s clean and with
parts of its coast are very nice. At night, this place is also very trendy, with
Lopana Restaurant, which has live music and is very popular among young people.
Pajuçara
beach – I do not like to bathe there, but this is the place that you need to go
to start the tour of the natural pools.
The
last time I went (Jan 2016) the price was R$ 35.00 (thirty five reais) per
person. The raft has capacity for 6 people. People are very honest and indicate
the best time to do the tour, which is changed according to the tide.
Take
Money with you, in the shallow pools is served popsicles, seafood for you and also bread to throw to the fishes.
The tour lasts about 1 hour and it is delicious!
French
beach – it is 33 km far from Maceio and I consider the best beach of the area. Sea
with pleasant temperatures, very clean which pleases multiple tastes (wavy
ocean for the practice of surfing or calm ocean).
I
love to enjoy the beach in a place called ‘ Bar Barlavento’. This part of the
beach has calm water, because it is close to the coral reefs. But it is also
very suitable for those who like to surf, because the surfing area is close but
not as rough. So, do not worry, it is a place to please the whole family!
French Beach close to Barlavento Bar |
Gunga
beach - is also located 33 km from Maceio to the South, whe ocean water is calm
as well. Arriving at Gunga Beach is Gunga's observatory, with lovely views of the
coconut grove (100,000 trees).
View from the observatory |
Carneiro's Beach - PE (surroundings)
I
went to Maceió by Recife (as in high season, it was the option more affordable and,
meanwhile I enjoyed getting to know the city). On the way back to Recife, I stopped
at Carneiros beach for a visit, specifically, in the area of restaurant Bora
Bora. Going in with car, it will charged a fee of R$ 30, rhirty reais) to leave
the car parked all day.
There
is na excellent local structure, the restaurant has good food and serve it all
very fast. There are many hammocks available for those who like to take a nap
after lunch.
Hammocks available for customers |
Entrey of french fries and filet |
The
beach is just phenomenal. It’s also possible to book a tour to its natural pools,
however, as the place is a little remote, it will always be a bit more
expensive. It has been offered the ride for the price of R$ 100 per couple, but
the fact is tht I was already at the end of my trip, and I had done the tour on
Pajuçara beach and the money was already in the end do I didn’t do the tour in
the pools.
Entrance of the restaurant |
RESTAURANTS
In
Maceio will not lack good restaurant options. Here are some of them:
Parmegiano
Restaurant – good food and also cheap. The servings are plentyful and there are
many of these restaurants in the city.
Bali Ice Cream Shop - delicious ice creams, a mandatory stop for
ice cream lovers.
Império do Camarão (Shrimp Empire) - place for those who love seafood. It also features red meat and other varieties.
http://www.imperadordoscamaroes.com.br/
Santo Burguer (Holy Burger) - cool place, good price and delicious burger. Instagram: @santoburger
Bacon and fries |
Burger and homemade Mayo |
Maria Antoniet Restaurant - highly rated Italian restaurant, suitable
for couples who want a meal in a very charming location.
http://www.mariaantonieta-al.com.br/
Divina Gula - restaurant with a varied and trendy menu, recommended for youngs or the whole family. It has free shuttle from Tuesday to Saturday starting at 6 p.m. - http://www.divinagula.com.br/
Acai Concept - Alagoas food chain as acai provider - recommended by the youth. It has various points of the city. Instagram: @acaiconcept
IMPORTANTE TIP: In Maceio, RUN AWAY from the steakhouses (churrascarias). They are not good in this city. I've been to several ... I do not recommend ... especially whet they serve: barbecue, seafood and pasta in the same place, I should have been more suspicious, but my hunger clouded my judgement... lol .... I've tried some, but bottom line, Maceió coastal place is better to look for seafood.
ACCOMMODATION
Staying in the region of Pajuçara Beach, Ponta Verde - is mostly recommended, and Pajuçara Beach is the most popular place for tourists. It's quite busy all around, with many restaurants, handicraft fair. Ponta Verde is also a demanded place due to its good beach areas in Maceio. Jatiuca is a little further if you are on foot. But if your are going to Maceio during high season, you can not drive around the waterfront, it is well packed and the traffic is heavy on weekends.
Some suggested hotels:
Staying in the region of Pajuçara Beach, Ponta Verde - is mostly recommended, and Pajuçara Beach is the most popular place for tourists. It's quite busy all around, with many restaurants, handicraft fair. Ponta Verde is also a demanded place due to its good beach areas in Maceio. Jatiuca is a little further if you are on foot. But if your are going to Maceio during high season, you can not drive around the waterfront, it is well packed and the traffic is heavy on weekends.
Some suggested hotels:
Mercure - Pajuçara
Radisson - Pajuçara
Praia Bonita – Jatiúca
Holiday Inn Express Maceió – Ponta Verde
Atlantic
Meridiano
Ritz Lagoa da Anta (mais afastado)
HANDICRAFT
* Pavilhão do Artesanato - place with typical products such as laces, home decoration, nuts. Located at Pajuçara.
* Pontal da Barra - located my Mundaú Lagoon it has many stores by the lacemakers street.
* Feira de Bordados (embroidery fair) – also located at Pajuçara Square.
I hope you may enjoy a holiday or vacation in Maceió, I am sure you are going to love it! Everyone who talks to me about this town, gives the testimony that they sure want to go back. Summarizing... have a nice vacation!
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