Olinda Historical Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo

Popular places to visit

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Olinda City Hall

Olinda City Hall is just one of the places to see in Olinda, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Olinda City Hall
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Muro Alto Beach

Set on Brazil’s glorious northeastern coastline, this beach is the place to idle about on the soft sand and swim in the transparent water.

Muro Alto Beach
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Maracaipe Beach

Ride big waves, swim in tidal pools and spot seahorses at this alluring beach in the southern region of Ipojuca.

Maracaipe Beach
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Boa Viagem Beach

5/5(1 review)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Boa Viagem Beach during your travels in Recife?

Boa Viagem Beach
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Merepe Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Merepe Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Recife. Wander the clear-water beaches or discover the area's coral reefs.

Merepe Beach
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Paiva Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Paiva Beach during your travels in Recife?

Paiva Beach

Activities

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Olinda Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour

AU$12
Per adult
Olinda Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour
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Recife Historic Centre Scavenger Hunt and Self-Guided Tour

AU$12
Per adult
Recife Historic Centre Scavenger Hunt and Self-Guided Tour
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Porto de Galinhas Tour

AU$48
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Porto de Galinhas Tour
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City Tour of Olinda Including Instituto Ricardo Brennand

AU$151
Per adult
City Tour of Olinda Including Instituto Ricardo Brennand
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Beach Day In Maragogi From Porto De Galinhas

AU$199
Per adult
Beach Day In Maragogi From Porto De Galinhas
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Tour To Carneiros From Porto de Galinhas

AU$119
Per adult
Tour To Carneiros From Porto de Galinhas
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Our pick of the best Olinda Historical Center Hotel Deals

Rede Andrade Onda Mar
Rede Andrade Onda Mar
3 out of 5
Rua Ernesto de Paula Santos, 284 Boa Viagem, Recife, PE
The price is AU$41 per night from 23 May to 24 May
AU$41
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Recife. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the comfy beds and the overall value in our reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,364 reviews)
"Super limpo e pessoal super atencioso."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2023

Rede Andrade Onda Mar
Pousada do Amparo
Pousada do Amparo
3 out of 5
Rua do Amparo, 199, Olinda, Pernambuco
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$76 per night from 29 May to 30 May
AU$76
per night
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 3-star pousada in Olinda. Enjoy room service, a 24-hour front desk, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Nossa Senhora do Amparo ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (129 reviews)
"Beautiful historical hotel, room was really unique and fantastic location."

Reviewed on 11 Jan. 2024

Pousada do Amparo
Hotel 7 Colinas
Hotel 7 Colinas
3 out of 5
Ladeira de São Francisco, 307, Carmo, Olinda, PE
The price is AU$158 per night from 22 May to 23 May
AU$158
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Olinda. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Convent of Sao Francisco and Nossa ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (214 reviews)
"Perfect location in Olinda, easy walk to the local attractions and after a day walking around the pool and quiet garden setting is amazing."

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2024

Hotel 7 Colinas
Pousada dos Quatro Cantos
Pousada dos Quatro Cantos
2.5 out of 5
Rua Prudente de Morais, 441, Carmo, Olinda, PE
The price is AU$71 per night from 23 May to 24 May
AU$71
per night
23 May - 24 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly pousada in Olinda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (84 reviews)
"Right in the middle of Orlinda clean comfortable and a perfect spot to explore from."

Reviewed on 21 Feb. 2024

Pousada dos Quatro Cantos
Pousada Convento da Conceição
Pousada Convento da Conceição
3 out of 5
R. Bpo. Coutinho, Alto da Sé, Olinda, PE
The price is AU$57 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$57
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Olinda. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and a conference center. Popular attractions Do Carmo Square and Olinda Regional ...
9/10 Wonderful! (58 reviews)
"The peace and quiet environment. The small town feel."

Reviewed on 2 Mar. 2023

Pousada Convento da Conceição
Hotel Pousada São Francisco
Hotel Pousada São Francisco
2.5 out of 5
Rua do Sol 127, Carmo, Olinda, PE
The price is AU$74 per night from 22 May to 23 May
AU$74
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this hotel in Olinda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Carmo Church and Convent of Sao Francisco are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (60 reviews)
"People very friendly, they do what they can to help you"

Reviewed on 28 Aug. 2023

Hotel Pousada São Francisco
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Other neighbourhoods around Olinda Historical Center

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Recife Antigo

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Recife Antigo. You might want to make time for a stop at Recife Port or Malakoff Tower.

Recife Antigo
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Santo Amaro

You'll enjoy the museums and shopping in Santo Amaro. You might want to make time for a stop at Shopping Tacaruna or Rua da Aurora.

Santo Amaro
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Graças

You'll enjoy the beaches and museums in Graças. You might want to make time for a stop at Museum of Pernambuco State or Sao Jose dos Manguinhos Church.

Graças
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Boa Vista

Travellers like the theatres in Boa Vista, and Teatro Boa Vista is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Boa Vista
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Ilha do Leite

Ilha do Leite is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Recife area, you might plan a trip to IMIP Museum or Estádio Adelmar da Costa Carvalho.

Ilha do Leite
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Casa Forte

Travellers like the parks in Casa Forte, and Praca de Casa Forte is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Casa Forte

Olinda Historical Center Travel Guide

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