Things to do & places to visit in State of Amazonas, Brazil

State of Amazonas #18 destination in Brazil 2023. The average rating score is 4.47 based on 43.4k traveler reviews, of 136 attractions. Timezone: America/Manaus, current date and time: Monday, May 06, 2024, 16:56.

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5.0 Arquipelago de Anavilhanas (753 reviews)
- Stunning
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas

I am Voiceless. If a paradis exists on Earth it is at Anavilahanas Lodge . It was a dream Côme true Thé service at the lodge is simply impeccable. Arriving at the pier with an hydravion all thé staff of thé front desk welcomed us . Emilia, Raphaël, Elvio Jr and all thé others were just so et of thé best efficient poeple I have met. Thé room were beautiful with privâtes ove red véranda ; the Food excellent with local and international menu. Thé excursion on thé Rio Negro , th p-e swimming pool, Happy hour our two great guides II certainly will recommand this fantastic expérience See more..
5.0 Parque Nacional de Anavilhanas (114 reviews)
- Amazing
Spent More than 3 hours National Parks

Beautiful park. We saw pink dolphins, swam in the Rio Negro, fished for piranhas, went on a night spotting tour. The sounds, the scenery and the fresh air all made this a journey that I will never forget. See more..
5.0 Caverna do Maroaga (100 reviews)
- Beautiful place
Monday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Caverns & Caves

Maroaga Cave - supposedly tunnels with a total length of 400m, but unfortunately only the first chamber is visited. Due to the limit of visitors, guided tours only at specific times. During the trip we visit two caves - Judeia and Maroaga. We spent about 20 minutes in this one. I was in November 2023 when the water level was low, so there was no waterfall in front of the entrance. See more..
5.0 Gruta da Judéia (83 reviews)
- Beautiful place
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Caverns & Caves • Equestrian Trails • Hiking Trails

Judeia cave, beautiful place. A large cave with a waterfall and pond to cool off after a walk in the heat. Due to the limit of visitors, guided tours only at specific times. During the trip we visit two caves - Judeia and Maroaga. We spent about 20 minutes in Judeia Cave. I was in November 2022, when the water level was low and the waterfalls were tiny. See more..
5.0 Boi Bumba (53 reviews)
- Fantastic show
Cultural Events

The most popular folkloric festival in Brazil, Boi Bumba (Bumba Meu Boi) celebrates the legend of a sacred bull, who died and was brought back to life by the magical power of drumming. During the festival, various groups recount their own versions of the well-known myth, through a colorful combination of costume, dance, drama, and drumming. While celebrations take place in towns and cities across the country, one of the most authentic of these is in Parintins, Amazonas — also known as ‘the city of the bulls’ — where the festival has a distinct Amazonian flavor, and the carnivalesque atmosphere is especially contagious. See more..
5.0 Javari Expeditions (23 reviews)
- Great base camp for Amazon advetures
Monday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Multi-day Tours • Taxis & Shuttles • Boat Rentals • Hiking & Camping Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours • Self-Guided Tours & Rentals

I enjoyed the friendly staff and their desire to make our stay comfortable. They were very good in planning and executing our time out on the rivers. We had lots of fun! During the rains however there was some flooding in the lobby and into the rooms. See more..
5.0 Adolpho Ducke Forest Reserve (20 reviews)
- Absolutely stunning
Forests

We stayed in hammocks here for a week and it was incredible. We were on a fieldwork trip with uni, so we got to carry out many different activities around the area. The humidity and heat were definitely a challenge but manageable. We managed to spot a mountain lion on the road bringing you down to the buildings. Also toucans, macaws, agouitis, monkeys, snakes, frogs, creepy crawlies. If there's on place you should visit in life its here. The staff are very knowledgeable about the area and the Amazon. Once in a lifetime experience. See more..
4.5 Teatro Amazonas (9.625 reviews)
- Nice experience and some history. Visit only with guide in price 20R$
Monday: Spent 1-2 hours Architectural Buildings • Theaters

This magnificent theater, crowned with a tiled mosaic dome in the colors of the Brazilian flag, features operas and other artistic performances. See more..
4.5 Meeting of Waters (6.019 reviews)
- Meeting of the waters ... Interesting!
Monday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Bodies of Water

Unusual meeting of the Amazon and Solimoes rivers See more..
4.5 Ponta Negra Beach (4.272 reviews)
- Just Go!
Beaches

Nothing compares to the feeling of swimming in the Negro river. Take a boat at David's Marina and spend some time there. Single. See more..
4.5 Manauara Shopping (3.803 reviews)
- Modern Mall with Large Food Court & Nice Restaurants
Monday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Shopping Malls

The most complete shopping center in northern Brazil. Managed by Aliansce Sonae. Amazonian fauna, flora and culture are our inspirations. See more..
4.5 Espaco Cultural Largo de Sao Sebastiao (1.781 reviews)
- Nice Location for a Stop
Monday: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks

San Sebastián Square is a must see, with its beautifully crafted monument commemorating the opening of the Amazon River to foreign trade in 1866. THen there is Teatro Amazonas, the Opera House, inaugurated on December 31, 1896, with the first performance occurring on January 7, 1897. It has has 700 seats and was constructed with bricks brought from Europe, French glass and Italian marble. Beautiful.. See more..
4.5 Ponte Do Rio Negro (1.750 reviews)
- Bridge
Points of Interest & Landmarks

A huge bridge to the rain Forrest of the Amazon crossing the Rio Negro. Clearly seen from the port of Manaus And spectacular if you can cruise under it. See more..
4.5 Museu da Amazonia (MUSA) (1.400 reviews)
- See Amazon Monkeys
Monday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Natural History Museums

Created in January 2009, Musa sits on a 100-hectare area at the Adolpho Ducke Forest Reserve, belonging to the Instituto Nacional de Pesquisas da Amazônia [National Institute for Amazonia Research] - INPA, in Manaus, a native dryland forest area that has been passionately studied for the last 50 years. The results of this research, compiled in catalogs that broach topics such as plants, birds and frogs, tell what Musa wants to show visitors. At Musa, one can find exhibitions, an orchid and a bromeliad house, a lake, aquariums, and experimental snake, insect, and butterfly labs. A 42-meter high tower provides a magnificent view of the treetops, unforgettable at 6 am. Forest trails allow visitors to take pleasant walks and make surprising discoveries. At Musa, we develop research on science popularization and scientific and cultural education. A house of culture and science, of relationships and the celebration of diverse beings in the world. A place where humans and non-humans live happily together. See more..
4.5 Arena Amazônia (1.249 reviews)
- US v. Portugal
Arenas & Stadiums

Great place to watch a match. Beautiful stadium. Hope they can find a use for it after the World Cup is over. Taxis easy to find to/from match. See more..
4.5 Bosque da Ciencia (1.099 reviews)
- Manatees and Monkeys
Monday: Spent 1-2 hours Zoos • Parks

The park is small but there are winding walkways and paths which make it feel bigger. The main attraction would have to be the manatees. There is a breeding programme so there were some calves when we visited. There are also some enclosures with varying sizes of jacare, lakes and ponds with terrapins and a troop of monkeys living free in the trees. There is a bus which stops at the bottom of the road, about 5mins walk away. It's not a very long visit, a couple of hours, but worth the visit. Also, your entry fee goes towards the continuing breeding programme of the manatees. See more..
4.5 Teatro Amazonas Museum (1.061 reviews)
- A Manaus Highlight
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality Museums

Impressive in every way even if it had been built in any of Europe's great cities. Unbelievable for having been built in the middle of a jungle in the mid 1890s. Just wow. A must see while in Manaus and you cant beat the cost of entry @ ~USD 2. See more..
4.5 Church of São Sebastião e São Francisco de Assis (878 reviews)
- Air conditioned!
Monday: 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Churches & Cathedrals

A wonderful midday stop in the Manaus heat and humidity thanks to its air conditioning. Also beautiful inside. But the best part may be the active square in front of the church (between it and the Teatro). Simply fabulous - best part of Manaus during the World Cup (many cultural events, met many local residents and tourists, giant street party, etc). See more..
4.5 Museu do Seringal Vila Paraiso (863 reviews)
- Partially closed
Speciality Museums • Historic Walking Areas

Tue-Sun 8am-4pm See more..
4.5 Monumento a Abertura dos Portos as Nacoes Amigas (555 reviews)
- Lovely remnant of Manaus' glorious past (Rubber Boom)
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Monuments & Statues

In the middle of the St. Sebastian Square, or Praca de Sao Sebastian, and with a glorious frontal view of the famous Opera House, this monument faces all directions in on our of the opening of the seas to free trade. It is surrounded by the trees of the square, which boasts the famous wavy batch-and-white stone pattern on the floor, for which Copacabana Beach in Rio is so famous. Local historians note, that the pattern of Portuguese origin was first used in Manaus, not Rio! The place is well lit at night too, and a popular square for locals and tourists alike, that stroll and enjoy popcorn, or sit on the benches and enjoy the scenes. See more..
4.5 Palacio Rio Negro (521 reviews)
- A little history
Monday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Historic Sites

Free tour, you only need to sign in to the 'guest list' after entering the building (name, surname and country / city of origin). In the building there are several rooms with original furniture, some information about the history of Manaus governors, the history of the radio, a balcony with a possibility of rest and a garden. Sightseeing in the form of a walk, without intensive reading of information - up to 20 minutes. See more..
4.5 Parque Ecologico Janauari (518 reviews)
- Go, get some information before you go so you don't get frustrated.
Nature & Wildlife Areas

A visit to this 9000-acre park is an Amazon-like experience, with dry and flooded forests and lowlands, and numerous examples of giant water lilies measuring as much as seven feet in diameter. See more..
4.5 Cachoeira de Iracema (479 reviews)
- Waterfall with swimming area
Waterfalls

Nice waterfall and 3 caves nearby. I was in November, so the river level was low, and the waterfall itself was narrow, but at least you could get close. There is a swimming area between the rocks where you can rest. There is a bridge from which people jump into a 'hole' in the rock. Nearby, there are picnic areas (wooden tables and chairs). You can hang a hammock if you have it. There is also a bar but I don't know prices or opening hours. The place was very crowded, I waited quite a long time before I managed to take pictures with fewer people. Unfortunately also littered - mostly beer bottles. Access to the waterfall and caves - a muddy path, a wooden bridge among the trees on a certain section, but also a narrow passage between the rocks (photo). See more..
4.5 Manaus Botanical Garden - MUSA (435 reviews)
- Worth a visit!
Monday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums

Me and my girlfriend had a nice time. The tower is amazing, highly recommended. They have some interesting outdoor exhibits. They have a nice little cafe area with juice, coffee, some lighter foods. All the staff members we interacted with were friendly. The trail to and from the tower is pleasant and easy. The snake exhibit was also interesting, especially the green vine snake. Minor complaints: They made my girlfriend rent their boots because she had sandals , but the boots were completely unnecessary. There is a 1.8km trail where they want you to have a guide but we did it without a guide and it was completely fine, I feel they should permit access without a guide, it’s just a trail. They were closed 4 months because of Covid , but this is the best place anyone could possibly be for Covid, outside on the open air instead of indoors where respiratory viruses thrive. At least it was only 4 months, could have been longer. Overall, a very nice experience, recommended for sure! See more..
4.5 Cachoeira do Santuário (429 reviews)
- Beautiful Waterfall
Waterfalls

It is a beautiful waterfall, very touristic you can swim and enjoy the surroundings. Many people visited there on weekends. It has a good infrastructure for leisure. Is was a nice experience. See more..
4.5 Palacete Provincial (311 reviews)
- Calm place to immerse into art and history of Brazil
Monday: History Museums

Tue, Wed 9am-5pm, Thu-Sat 9am-7pm, Sun 4pm-8pm See more..
4.5 Praia do Tupe (302 reviews)
- pure Nature
Beaches

This beach has so much nature around, used to be cleaner, but still a fun place to visit. try to go on week days, weekends is just too much people. See more..
4.5 Palácio da Justica (291 reviews)
- A place with history worth visiting.
Monday: Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Monuments & Statues • History Museums

The Palace of Justice was design for to be the first Judiciary Amazonas State. Today is a cultural centre, where there are expositions, guide visit and happen events too . Upstairs the palace has the crime's museum, and preserve very well the building, since many of the furniture are originals. See more..
4.5 Bumbodromo (156 reviews)
- A fantastic experience
Spent More than 3 hours Arenas & Stadiums

This festival recreation is a phenomenal experience. The dancers and singers are so full of energy. My description would be indigenous dancers mixed with Brazilian traditions. What an arrayed colors! Don’t miss it. Besides it’s on f the few air conditioned venues in Parintins! See more..
4.5 Pink Dolphins Floating Platform (137 reviews)
- great experience of wild life
Spent More than 3 hours Swim with Dolphins

loved this tour, eventhough i thought the pink dolphin looks alien! i much prefer the pretty grey ones. the handler had the main dolphin jumping for fish so we all could get a quick touch of its tummy. delighted we went to experience this. See more..