Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Rio Grande do Norte December 2025 | Expedia.ca # What to do in Rio Grande do Norte ## Activities, attractions and tours ![Natal showing boating and a marina](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159356-Natal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Pirangi Cashew Tree which includes mangroves](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159325-Natal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Natal which includes a marina](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159358-Natal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ponta Negra Beach which includes a coastal town, a beach and swimming](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159296-Natal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ponta Negra Beach featuring food as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159353-Natal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## What to do in Rio Grande do Norte --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Rio Grande do Norte ![Pipa Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/1709073df76b8b6508245762aeb00d46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pipa Beach Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Pipa Beach, a popular beach in Pipa. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas. [](https://expedia.ca/Pipa-Beach-Rio-Grande-do-Norte-State.d6189400.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ponta Negra Beach showing a high-rise building, a sandy beach and a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159243-Northeast-Region.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ponta Negra Beach Gaze up at Natal’s most famous dune on the southern end of this beach. Visit its many stalls, bars and restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Ponta-Negra-Beach-Ponta-Negra.d6170762.Vacation-Attraction) ![Genipabu Beach featuring general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159793-Genipabu-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Genipabu Beach 5/5(1 review) Storm up and down the steep sand dunes and meander around the palm trees on a rented buggy on this picturesque beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Genipabu-Beach-Extremoz.d6098602.Vacation-Attraction) ![Camurupim Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/25c4db9b66f949a86aefaf46b7c0fe09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Camurupim Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Camurupim Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Barra de Tabatinga. [](https://expedia.ca/Camurupim-Beach-Rio-Grande-do-Norte-State.d553248621532466738.Vacation-Attraction) ![Pirangi Beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159329-Natal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pirangi Beach Stroll along the banks of the river that divides these beach sections, swim among colorful fish and encounter an enormous cashew tree. [](https://expedia.ca/Pirangi-Beach-Rio-Grande-do-Norte-State.d6231272.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cotovelo Beach which includes a beach and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159335-Natal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cotovelo Beach Enjoy the view from the jagged cliffs overlooking this scenic beach known for its serene ambiance and surfing options. [](https://expedia.ca/Cotovelo-Beach-Rio-Grande-do-Norte-State.d6189381.Vacation-Attraction) ![Dolphins Bay Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8108e83d1c44810fa5b10dcf20d1b6d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dolphins Bay Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Dolphins Bay Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Pipa. Amble around the area's parks or visit its spas. [](https://expedia.ca/Dolphins-Bay-Beach-Rio-Grande-do-Norte-State.d6189398.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ponta Negra Beach showing general coastal views and a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159297-Natal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Morro do Careca Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Morro do Careca during your travels in Natal? [](https://expedia.ca/Morro-Do-Careca-Natal.d6184938.Vacation-Attraction) ![Redinha Beach showing a beach, kayaking or canoeing and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159619-Redinha-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Redinha Beach Stroll down the pier for a view of the bridge that hovers over this scenic beach. Enjoy its lively atmosphere and local fried fish delicacy. [](https://expedia.ca/Redinha-Beach-Natal.d6190092.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Rio Grande do Norte ![Ponta Negra Beach showing a high-rise building, a sandy beach and a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159243-Northeast-Region.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ponta Negra 5/5(1 area review) Unique features of Ponta Negra include the seaside views and bars. Make a stop by Ponta Negra Beach or Morro do Careca while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Natal-Ponta-Negra.dx6175992) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Via Costeira Via Costeira is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ponta Negra Beach and Dunes Park. [](https://expedia.ca/Natal-Via-Costeira.dx553248633981715591) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/abab59da03ccc4496a23a03e62d910f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Praia do Meio You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Praia do Meio. You might want to make time for a stop at Meio Beach or Handicrafts Fair of Artists Beach/Meio Beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Natal-Praia-Do-Meio.dx553248635209677616) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tirol You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Tirol. You might want to make time for a stop at Midway Shopping Mall or Dunes Park. [](https://expedia.ca/Natal-Tirol.dx553248635318493001) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/e85e89e2cdf04ec9fa0ebfe1eb999e0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lagoa Nova You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Lagoa Nova. You might want to make time for a stop at Dunas Arena or Natal Shopping Center. [](https://expedia.ca/Natal-Lagoa-Nova.dx553248633981717745) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/cf7e2ac7f8fb17cf9a16caf47deeed5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nordeste While Nordeste might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Midway Shopping Mall and Dunas Arena. [](https://expedia.ca/Natal-Nordeste.dx553248635318424830) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Rio Grande do Norte ![Cotovelo Beach which includes a beach and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159335-Natal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Natal ![Pipa showing rocky coastline, general coastal views and landscape views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159317-Natal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Pipa ![Pipa featuring a sandy beach and touring](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159244-Northeast-Region.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tibau do Sul ![Nisia Floresta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/25c4db9b66f949a86aefaf46b7c0fe09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Nisia Floresta ![Aracati](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/ca4d75e1c7832181865b379b4bc247db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Aracati ![Pirangi Beach featuring general coastal views and a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159327-Natal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Pirangi do Norte ![Baia Formosa showing a beach and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159570-Baia-Formosa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Baia Formosa ![Genipabu Beach featuring general coastal views and a sandy beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/159000/159793-Genipabu-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Extremoz ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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