Olinda Historical Center

Recife
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo

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#Olinda #Unesco Olinda foi fundada em 1535 e é a mais antiga entre as cidades brasileiras declaradas Patrimônio Histórico e Cultural da Humanidade pela UNESCO. Olinda abriga dezenas de igrejas e conventos barrocos de inestimável valor histórico e mantém o seu traçado urbano colonial. Foi também eleita a primeira Capital Brasileira da Cultura. Olinda was founded in 1535 and is the oldest among Brazilian cities declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Olinda houses dozens of baroque churches and convents of inestimable historical value and maintains its colonial urban layout. It was also elected the first Brazilian Capital of Culture.

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
Ipojuca which includes swimming, tropical scenes and a sandy beach

Muro Alto Beach

4.5/5(18 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Muro Alto Beach during your travels in Recife? Wander the clear-water beaches or discover the area's coral reefs.

Muro Alto Beach
Maracaipe Beach which includes surfing and a beach

Maracaipe Beach

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Maracaipe Beach during your travels in Recife? Wander the clear-water beaches or discover the area's coral reefs.

Maracaipe Beach
Boa Viagem Beach

Boa Viagem Beach

4/5(27 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Boa Viagem Beach during your travels in Recife?

Boa Viagem Beach
Paiva Beach

Paiva Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Paiva Beach during your travels in Recife?

Paiva Beach
beach time

Merepe Beach

4/5(2 reviews)

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

Merepe Beach

Olinda Historical Center Hotel Deals

Pousada do Amparo
Pousada do Amparo
3 out of 5
Rua do Amparo, 199, Olinda, Pernambuco
The price is AED 160 per night from Nov 20 to Nov 21
AED 160
AED 184 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Stay at this 3-star pousada in Olinda. Enjoy room service, a 24-hour front desk, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Olinda Regional Museum ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (146 reviews)
"Beautiful historical hotel, room was really unique and fantastic location."

Reviewed on 11 January 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 AED 313 per night from Dec 2 to Dec 3
AED 313
AED 360 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Olinda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Convent of Sao Francisco and Nossa ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (239 reviews)
"We loved this hotel. It was an oasis of calm after visiting Recife. The grounds were lovely and the food was great. The staff were welcoming and helpful."

Reviewed on 10 September 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 AED 135 per night from Dec 8 to Dec 9
AED 135
AED 155 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly pousada in Olinda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (100 reviews)
Better than in the pictures!
"Beautiful old house right in the middle of the historical colonial sector of Olinda. The free breakfast was varied, abundant, and delicious, and the personnel extremely helpful. They connected us with an excellent tour guide, Heider, who led us around Olinda and Recife."

Reviewed on 10 July 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 AED 105 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
AED 105
AED 110 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Olinda. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and a conference center. Popular attractions Astronomical Observatory of Nassau ...
9/10 Wonderful! (67 reviews)
"The peace and quiet environment. The small town feel."

Reviewed on 2 March 2023

Pousada Convento da Conceição
Hotel Pousada São Francisco
Hotel Pousada São Francisco
3 out of 5
Rua do Sol 127, Carmo, Olinda, PE
The price is AED 168 per night from Nov 19 to Nov 20
AED 168
AED 176 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Olinda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Convent of Sao Francisco and Nossa Senhora das Neves ...
7.8/10 Good! (73 reviews)
"People very friendly, they do what they can to help you"

Reviewed on 28 August 2023

Hotel Pousada São Francisco
Rede Andrade Vela Branca
Rede Andrade Vela Branca
3 out of 5
Av. Eng. Domingos Ferreira, 4395, Recife, PE
The price is AED 91 per night from Dec 2 to Dec 3
AED 91
AED 103 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Recife. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"The location to the beach was good, the staff were friendly."

Reviewed on 18 July 2024

Rede Andrade Vela Branca
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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 Centro Cultural Cais do Sertão.

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 Rua da Aurora or Shopping Tacaruna.

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

3/5(1 area review)

Travelers like the theaters in Boa Vista, and Parque Theater 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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Madalena

You'll enjoy the museums and theaters in Madalena. You might want to make time for a stop at Abolition Museum or Pernambuco Military Police Museum.

Madalena

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