- Must visit
Casa do Maranhão
Museum celebrating popular culture, with exhibits on Bumba Meu Boi, festivals, costumes and Maranhão traditions.
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13:10 19h49 Fortaleza, Terminal Rodoviário Antonio Bezerra 8:59 São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário £61 1 One-way 0 changes12:30 20h29 Fortaleza, Terminal Rodoviário de Fortaleza Engenheiro João Tomé 8:59 São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário £61 1 One-way 0 changes
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Fortaleza, CE to São Luís coach
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Things to do in São Luís
Discover the best of São Luís — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect São Luís trip today.
- Recommended
Museu de Artes Visuais
Museum dedicated to Maranhão visual arts, housed in a colonial mansion with paintings, sculpture and period interiors.
- Recommended
Museu de Arte Sacra
Museum of sacred art inside a historic building near the cathedral, showing devotional objects and church heritage.
- Must visit
Centro Histórico de São Luís
Historic centre district of tiled façades, churches and mansions, best explored on foot for architecture and atmosphere.
- Must visit
Rua do Giz
Steep historic street lined with colourful azulejo-fronted houses, one of the city’s most photographed walking areas.
- Recommended
Praça Pedro II
Lively square beside government buildings and the cathedral, central to many walking routes through the old town.
- Gluten-free
Arroz de Cuxá
Rice cooked with dried shrimp, sesame and fragrant local spices. It is one of São Luís’s signature dishes with strong Afro-Indigenous coastal roots.
- Gluten-free
Caranguejo
Blue crab picked from the shell and served as a rich stew or filling. A classic seaside speciality tied to Maranhão’s mangroves and coastal cooking.
- Gluten-free
Peixe Frito
Fresh-water fish, often fried or grilled, commonly served with rice, farofa and molho. It is a staple in Maranhão thanks to the region’s rivers and coast.
Casa de Juja
Refined restaurant in the historic centre serving contemporary Brazilian dishes with regional ingredients in an elegant colonial setting.
Cabana do Sol
Traditional Maranhão restaurant known for local seafood and regional classics such as arroz de cuxá in a polished but relaxed space.
Cafofinho da Tia Dica
Well-known casual venue specialising in Maranhão cuisine, especially crab and regional seafood dishes, with a lively local atmosphere.
Brazilian real (R$)
Moderate for Brazil. Hotels in tourist areas and seafood can cost more, but local meals and buses remain fairly affordable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- R$20-R$35 for street food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- R$50-R$90 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- R$120+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- R$6-R$12 for a coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
A 10% service charge is often added in restaurants; extra tipping is optional. Round up taxi fares modestly. Tipping in cafés is not expected but small change is appreciated.
Bilhete Único
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Prices
- Single ticket
- R$ 4,20
- Day pass
- None
To the city centre
Terminal Rodoviário de São Luís -> Praça Deodoro, São Luís
- Distance
- 6 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Use the Bilhete Único card to make integrated bus journeys within the system rules. The city government page explains card use and integration.
- Card or contactless bank-card acceptance on buses is not confirmed from the official source checked. Carry a transport card or cash as a precaution.
bus station information and facilities
Bus stops in São Luís
Check where to São Luís buses depart and arrive, plus the main bus station and stop details for this route.
São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário65036-284, Av. dos Franceses, 300 - Tirirical, São Luís - MA, 65036-284, Brazil
City-centre transport
Getting to São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário from São Luís city centre
São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário is 7 km from São Luís city centre. Public transport options include:
BusMunicipal lines T1, A920, A921
São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário bus station facilities and services
São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court with local and fast food options
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are two ATMs inside terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at São Luís, Terminal Rodoviário: Wheelchair ramps, accessible restrooms.
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