Things to do in Fernando de Noronha

Swim in the glorious rock pool of this picturesque stretch of sand that lies beneath a historic fort and a church.

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Praia do Sancho might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Fernando de Noronha. Stroll along the seaside or visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Take a leisurely stroll along the wide sandy berth of the longest beach on the archipelago in this popular surfing spot.

Myriad shades of blue water surround the twin mossy hills that rise from the ocean surface and tower over the beach.

Enjoy the view and delve through the intriguing history of the first of the 10 fortresses set up to defend the island.

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Meio Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Fernando de Noronha. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its monuments.

Climb up a hill to reach this simple white chapel and enjoy the picturesque views of islets that decorate the ocean.

Grab snacks and refreshments and appreciate the sociable ambiance during sunset at this viewpoint directly above Dois Irmãos Hill.

Learn about the island’s political history with a tour of this red state building constructed atop the ruins of a prison.