Things to do in Grande Recife

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Grande Recife travel guide

Porto de Galinhas showing sailing, rafting and general coastal views

Porto de Galinhas featuring a sandy beach, swimming and general coastal views

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What to do in Grande Recife

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Ipojuca which includes swimming, a beach and tropical scenes

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.

Maracaipe Beach

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

Boa Viagem Beach

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

Recife Antigo is at the heart of the most charming part of town: the island of Recife Antigo, which means Old Recife and, as you can tell from its name, is full of history. Although quite small, it holds many attractions for tourists and locals alike, and walking around its cobbled streets and looking up to its beautiful buildings is already worth your while.

Praça Rio Branco

Find out about the history of Recife with a stop at Praça Rio Branco. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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.

Porto de Galinhas Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Porto de Galinhas Beach during your trip to Ipojuca? Wander the clear-water beaches or discover the area's coral reefs.

USA Consulate

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

Shopping Recife

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Shopping Recife during your trip to Recife. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Shopping RioMar

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Shopping RioMar during your stay in Recife. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Areas of Grande Recife

Porto de Galinhas

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Join surfers and nature lovers that flock year-round to the glorious beaches of this coastal town.

Boa Viagem

3.5/5(5 area reviews)

Visitors often come to Boa Viagem for its beaches, but many stay to explore sights like Praça Boa Viagem and Shopping Recife. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Airport Station.

Ipojuca Centro

If you're spending some time in Ipojuca Centro, Porto de Galinhas Beach and Porto de Galinhas Natural Pools are top sights worth seeing.

Pina

5/5(1 area review)

Pina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pina Beach and Shopping RioMar.

Piedade

Piedade is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Guararapes Shopping and Piedade Beach.

Boa Vista

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

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Tamandare which includes a sandy beach, general coastal views and tropical scenes

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