Olinda Historical Center
Recife
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Popular places to visit
Alto da Se Park
Explore the great outdoors at Alto da Se Park, a lovely green space in Olinda. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Do Carmo Square
You can find out about the history of Olinda with a trip to Do Carmo Square. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Mauricio de Nassau House
Learn about the local history of Olinda when you take a trip to Mauricio de Nassau House. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Casa de Alceu Valenca Historic Place
You can learn about the history of Olinda with a trip to Casa de Alceu Valenca Historic Place. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Sao Bento Monastery
Learn about the local history of Olinda with a stop at Sao Bento Monastery. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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.
Things to do
Full Day Tour To Porto De Galinhas
Recife: Private custom walking tour with a local guide
Top hotels in Olinda Historical Center
Hotel Pousada São Francisco
People very friendly, they do what they can to help you
Reviewed on Aug 28, 2023
Hotel 7 Colinas
Outstanding experience. Room was spotless and comfortable. Breakfast was absolutely delicious. Property is very well maintained. We will definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026
Pousada dos Quatro Cantos
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 Jul 10, 2024
Pousada Convento da Conceição
Quaint and historical!
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2025
Vila Mar Hotel
The place was clean
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
BEACH CLASS CONVENTION BY MAI
Had a great experience, with a good location near the beach, restaurants and staff who were attentive and professional. The room was comfortable, well maintained, and cool, breakfast was fresh and varied, and I would happily stay here again.
Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Olinda Historical Center
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.
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 Praça Rio Branco.
Boa Vista
Travelers like the theaters in Boa Vista, and Rua da Aurora is a top attraction you might want to visit.
São José
Get to know São José and its many features like its museums and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Cinco Pontas Fort and Sao Jose Market, and you can jump on the metro at Recife Station or Joana Bezerra Station to get around the city.
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.
Pina
Pina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pina Beach and Shopping RioMar.
