Best things to do in Cuiaba

Cuiabá Essentials

Cuiabá serves as the geodesic center of South America and a primary gateway to the Pantanal wetlands. This selection features colonial landmarks like the 18th-century Church of Our Lady of the Rosary alongside modern structures like the Arena Pantanal stadium. The list covers the city's historic districts, the local produce markets of the Porto region, and the dramatic sandstone cliffs and waterfalls of the nearby Chapada dos Guimarães National Park.

Chapada dos Guimarães National Park

The Chapada dos Guimarães National Park is a national park in the state of Mato Grosso, Brazil.

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Basilica of Good Jesus of Cuiabá

The Cathedral Basilica of the Good Lord Jesus is a Catholic church with basilica status, located in the city of Cuiabá, capital of the…

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Arena Pantanal

Arena Pantanal is a multi-use stadium in Cuiabá, Brazil. Completed on 26 April 2014, it is used mostly for football and hosted four group…

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Geodesic Center of South America

Marked with a tall obelisk, this place is considered to be the geographical center of the South America.

Centro Histórico de Cuiabá

Preserves 18th-century colonial architecture and narrow streets dating back to the regional gold rush. The area contains several listed heritage buildings and the historic Rosário Church.

Centro Histórico do Porto

A historic riverfront district on the banks of the Cuiabá River. It served as the city's original commercial hub and is home to traditional architecture and the Mercado do Porto.

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Church of Our Lady of the Rosary

The Church of Our Lady of the Rosary and Saint Benedict is a Catholic church located in Cuiabá, the capital of the Brazilian state of Mato…

The Port Market

You can buy fresh local produce and other goods at this huge marketplace. Don't miss out on the regional vegetables, fruits and cheese!

Museu de História Natural de Mato Grosso

Located in the historic Casa Dom Aquino, this museum features paleontological and archaeological collections, including dinosaur fossils, megafauna remains, and indigenous ceramics from the region.

Mirante do Centro Geodésico da América do Sul

A scenic lookout in Chapada dos Guimarães offering panoramic views over the Pantanal plains. It is situated at the edge of the sandstone cliffs that define the regional landscape.