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10 Days in Natal: A Journey of Sun, Sand, and Savor

Ana Mozami

Ana Mozami

20 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Natal, Brazil. Discover hidden gems, explore ancient marvels, and indulge in authentic local cuisine. From pristine beaches to vibrant cultural sites, this itinerary promises an unforgettable experience for solo travelers.

Day 1Unveiling the Secrets of Natal's Heritage
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$25

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$ 1

Casa Nacre
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$2
7 - 10 min

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Museum Cascudo / UFRN
Opened in 1973, this museum of anthropology & natural history offers permanent & rotating exhibits.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$3
10 - 15 min

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Cidade Da Criança
Compact urban park with a playground, outdoor concert space & a lake for paddle boat rides.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
$1
8 - 10 min

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City Pão
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$8
5 - 8 min

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Convento Santo Antônio Igreja do Galo
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
$3
6 - 9 min

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Rota 84
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$8
Day 2From Delightful Bakeries to Stunning Sunsets
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$24

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$ 1

Padaria Casa do Pão Petropolis
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$4
21 - 32 min

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Letreiro da Cidade de Natal
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$3
4 - 6 min

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Sun Clock
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$3
4 - 5 min

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Praia de Miami
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$4
3 - 4 min

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Farol Bar
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$3
3 - 4 min

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Peixada do Velho Chora
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$8
Day 3Thrills, Crafts, and Culinary Delights
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$29

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$ 5

Nuh!
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$5
5 - 6 min

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RIVER PARK
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$4
27 - 33 min

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Craft Center
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
$3
421 - 506 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$7
11 - 14 min

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Beach of Morro Branco
Coastal stop known for its labyrinthine eroded cliffs & multiple types of sand in different colors.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
$5
14 - 17 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$5
Day 4Beach Bliss and Cultural Encounters
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$26

Old Five
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$5
2 - 3 min

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Ponta Negra
Landmark beach with a famous dune, huts, food & drink plus abundant nearby hotels & amenities.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$6
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Morro do Careca
Bald Hill, a 390-ft. sand dune flanked by vegetation, is often featured on the city's postcards.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
9 - 14 min

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Café da Manhã DBeach Resort
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$6
10 - 15 min

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Jangalancha Show
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$4
13 - 20 min

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Casa do Cangaco
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$5
Day 5Gastronomic Delights and Natural Wonders
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$25

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$ 4

Delícias da Sicília
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$2
4 - 5 min

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Ecological Square Ponta Negra
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$1
19 - 23 min

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Parque Dom Nivaldo Monte
Lush park offering trails, jogging lanes, a library, auditorium & a modern, elevated exhibit hall.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$1
33 - 40 min

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Nutripão
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$7
10 - 12 min

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Servclub Fazenda
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
$5
7 - 9 min

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Ki-Pastel Pastelaria e Pizzaria
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$8
Day 6Folklore, Art, and Tranquil Beaches
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$29

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$ 3

Casa do Matuto
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$5
2 - 3 min

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Centro de Artesanato Praia dos Artistas
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$4
1 - 2 min

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Praia dos Artistas
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Free
40 - 48 min

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Cabrito na Praia
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$10
14 - 17 min

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Travessia de Balsa
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$4
22 - 27 min

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Lanchonete Big Rango
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$6
Day 7Pastries, History, and Breathtaking Views
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$33

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$ 4

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$7
16 - 20 min

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Dromedunas Turismo
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$6
18 - 22 min

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Ponte Newton Navarro
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
$3
24 - 36 min

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Fortaleza dos Reis Magos
16th-century military fortification with cannons, a limestone embankment & chapel.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
$4
14 - 17 min

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Bar o Pé do Gavião
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$10
17 - 21 min

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Panificadora e Lanchonete Estrela Dalva
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$3
Day 8Nature's Beauty and Aquatic Adventures
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$30

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$ 4

Olga Pão de Queijo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$3
12 - 18 min

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Bosque dos Namorados do Parque das Dunas
Scenic ecological park with dunes, Atlantic forest & a range of wildlife, plus a visitor center.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$1
27 - 33 min

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Aquário Natal
Compact, private aquarium with touch tanks, penguins & native fish species, including piranhas.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
$9
16 - 20 min

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Lanchonete Big Rango
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$6
26 - 32 min

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Pitangui Lagoon
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$2
29 - 35 min

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Pizzaria Central
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$9
Day 9Beachside Bliss and Culinary Treasures
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$28

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$ 4

Panificadora São Jorge
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$5
6 - 8 min

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Fort's Beach
Tropical white-sand beach featuring natural pools, an ecological reserve & endangered turtles.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
$1
31 - 38 min

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Genipabu
Visitors can hire buggies to ride the dunes of this sandy beach with a freshwater lagoon.
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
$5
25 - 30 min

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2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
$10
7 - 9 min

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Lanchonete Big Rango
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$6
Day 10Beaches, Landmarks, and Local Flavors
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$31

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$ 4

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$6
13 - 16 min

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Redinha beach
Locals flock to this sandy beach for sunbathing, swimming & views of the Newton Navarro Bridge.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$4
18 - 22 min

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Natal Tourism Center
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$3
7 - 9 min

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Rota 84
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$8
4 - 6 min

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Catedral Metropolitana de Nossa Senhora Da Apresentação
Catholic church from the 1980s spread across 2 floors, known for its modern, minimalist design.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
$1
19 - 23 min

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Mirassol's Christmas Tree
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
$3
7 - 10 min

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Paladar Sertanejo
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$7

Budget breakdown: $301 In total

Activities & Food:$276
Transport:$25