Relax at Boa Viagem Beach
Boa Viagem 4 hrs
Enjoy the urban beach protected by natural reefs, perfect for sunbathing.
Where to stay
Hotels in Recife
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At a glance
Climate
Tropical
Languages
Portuguese
Local currency
BRL
(BRL)
Local time
(GMT-3)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Boa Viagem
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
10% often included
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
60 · Moderate
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Bolo de Rolo
Tapioca
Moqueca
Caldeirada
When to visit Recife
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: December
Busiest: Dec-Mar, Jul
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Jan80
Hot, sunny
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Feb85
Hot, sunny
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Mar80
Hot, sunny
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Apr70
Warm, some rain
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May60
Warm, rainy
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Jun55
Warm, rainy
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Jul50
Warm, rainy
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Aug65
Warm, less rain
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Sept75
Warm, sunny
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Oct80
Hot, sunny
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Nov85
Hot, sunny
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Dec90
Hot, sunny
Things to do in Recife
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
Showing 7 of 7 places ·
Best in the morning
2 places
Shop at Mercado de São José
São José 2 hrs
Browse Brazil's oldest public market for crafts, local food, and religious items.
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Explore Recife Antigo
Recife Antigo 3 hrs
Wander through the historic district's colorful streets and colonial architecture.
Take a Catamaran Tour
Recife Antigo 2 hrs
Cruise the Capibaribe River, admiring Recife's bridges and skyline from the water.
Best in the evening
1 place
Experience Frevo
Recife Antigo 2 hrs
Immerse yourself in the energetic Frevo dance and music, especially during Carnival.
Any time of day
2 places
Visit Instituto Ricardo Brennand
Várzea 3 hrs
Discover an impressive collection of art, armor, and historical artifacts in a castle-like setting.
Day Trip to Olinda
Olinda 6 hrs
Explore the vibrant colonial town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with panoramic views.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Recife
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Standard tour
Jewish Tour Recife and Olinda Jewish Presence SEC XVI, XVII and XX
Free cancellationFind deals
Unstructured tour
Private Transport from Recife to Porto de Galinhas
Free cancellationFind deals
Standard tour
City Tour of Olinda Including Instituto Ricardo Brennand
Free cancellationFind deals
Standard tour
Recife and Olinda City Tour
Free cancellationFind deals
Standard tour
Cultural Tour in Recife with Ricardo Brennand Institute
Free cancellationFind deals
Standard tour
Beach Day In Maragogi With Catamaran Tour
Free cancellationFind deals
Standard tour
Igarassu And Itamaraca Island Tour
Free cancellationFind deals
Standard tour
Carneiros Beach - Pernambuco
Free cancellationFind deals
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Recife
Straight-line distance from the centre of Recife.
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