Olinda Historical Center

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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 #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 #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 #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 #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.

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Top hotels in Olinda Historical Center

Hotel Pousada São Francisco

Hotel Pousada São Francisco

3 out of 5
Rua do Sol 127 Olinda PE
Stay at this hotel in Olinda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Seminario de Olinda and Convent of San Francisco are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (140 reviews)
People very friendly, they do what they can to help you

Reviewed on Aug 28, 2023

Hotel Pousada São Francisco
Hotel 7 Colinas

Hotel 7 Colinas

3 out of 5
Ladeira de São Francisco, 307 Olinda PE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P6,740 per night from Jan 22 to Jan 23
P6,740
P7,751 total
Jan 22 - Jan 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Olinda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Seminario de Olinda and Convent of ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (289 reviews)
Facilities were spectacular! Food was amazing, breakfast buffet was delicious. Special thanks to staff at reception: Alina, Robinson and Custodio at the restaurant.

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

Hotel 7 Colinas
Pousada Convento da Conceição

Pousada Convento da Conceição

3 out of 5
R. Bpo. Coutinho Olinda PE
The price is P2,144 per night from Feb 6 to Feb 7
P2,144
P4,502 total
Feb 6 - Feb 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Olinda. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk, and a conference center. Popular attractions Astronomical Observatory of Nassau and Do ...
9/10 Wonderful! (78 reviews)
Everything in the convent was very clean. The courtyards and cloisters were very pleasant, and the staff were very attentive and friendly.”

Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026

Pousada Convento da Conceição
Vila Mar Hotel

Vila Mar Hotel

3 out of 5
R. Manuel Borba, 228 Olinda PE
The price is P4,481 per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
P4,481
P4,705 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Olinda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Milagres Beach and Sao Bento Monastery are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
The place was clean

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

Vila Mar Hotel
BEACH CLASS CONVENTION BY MAI

BEACH CLASS CONVENTION BY MAI

4 out of 5
Rua Maria Carolina, 661 Recife PE
The price is P4,930 per night from Jan 23 to Jan 24
P4,930
P5,176 total
Jan 23 - Jan 24
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Recife. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall value in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,047 reviews)
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

BEACH CLASS CONVENTION BY MAI
Kastel Manibu Recife - Boa Viagem

Kastel Manibu Recife - Boa Viagem

3.5 out of 5
Avenida Conselheiro Aguiar, 919 Recife Pernambuco
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Recife. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,385 reviews)
Amazing . Good was fantastic

Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025

Kastel Manibu Recife - Boa Viagem
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Olinda Historical Center

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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
Historical Center of Recife City - Pernambuco, Brazil; Shutterstock ID 452349505

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.

Recife Antigo
street view of olinda near recife pernambuco state brazil

Graças

Beaches and museums are just a few things travelers like about Graças. A stop by Museum of Pernambuco State is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Graças
Church of Our Lady of Carmo do Rio Branco is one of oldest buildings of Boa Vista in presence of Carmelite White River dates from 1725.

Boa Vista

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

Boa Vista
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São José

Get to know São José and its many features like its museums and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Sao Jose Market and Recife City Museum, and you can jump on the metro at Recife Station or Joana Bezerra Station to get around the city.

São José
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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


Olinda Historical Center