With some awesome day trip options in the surrounding area, renting a car makes good sense. Without one, it’d be much harder to explore all that Penedo, 25 miles away, has to offer. Among the first stops you make here ought to be Igreja de São Gonçalo Garcia, Paco Imperial Museum and Matriz N S do Rosario Church. Maceio is another terrific option. It’s 55 miles away and has a range of intriguing things to see and do. Pajucara Beach, Ponta Verde Beach and Ruth Cardoso Exposition and Cultural Center are just the start.