10 Days in Recife: A Journey through Culture and Adventure

Tero Tukiainen

7 Dec 2023

Embark on a 10-day adventure in Recife, Brazil, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and breathtaking landscapes. From exploring historic sites to thrilling water parks, this itinerary offers a perfect blend of excitement and relaxation.

Trip to Recife

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Day 1Aquatic Thrills and Cultural Heritage

$ 6

Hotel Atlante Plaza

Depart from your stay 🏨

75 - 90 min

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Waterpark with a wooded setting offering various slides & pools, a restaurant & picnic areas.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

44 - 53 min

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11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Unveiling the Northeastern History and Urban Oasis

$ 7

Hotel Atlante Plaza

Depart from your stay 🏨

37 - 45 min

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Modern galleries built in 1979 displaying Brazilian artifacts, artwork & cultural records.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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10 - 12 min

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City recreation spot with playgrounds & facilities, including fields, a track & a skateboard area.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

29 - 35 min

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Picturesque area in front of an 18th-century chapel surrounded by pastel-colored colonial houses.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Nature's Wonders and Serene Parks

$ 6

Hotel Atlante Plaza

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

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Expansive forest reserve with a long-running zoo, natural science museum & trails.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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19 - 23 min

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Recreational park offering jogging/biking paths, picnic tables, a chapel, skating rink & playground.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 4Iconic Landmarks and Eclectic Entertainment

$ 6

Hotel Atlante Plaza

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Open plaza featuring a colorfully painted floor & hosting cultural events & musical concerts.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Venue featuring classes, multimedia & rotating exhibitions dedicated to local dance & frevo music.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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41 - 50 min

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Aquatic center with outdoor pools & a long, multicolored slide, plus sports courts & BBQ pits.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 5Sculptures, Views, and the Charm of Olinda

$13

$ 6

Hotel Atlante Plaza

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Parque das Esculturas Francisco Brennand

Haborside park on a reef featuring unique works by the famous Brazilian sculptor Francisco Brennand.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Busy square with views of the city & the coast, plus craft vendors & an astronomical observatory.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Many well preserved Portuguese-style, Baroque buildings stand in this historic town center.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$13

Day 6A Day of Fun and Adventure at Mirabilandia

$38

$ 4

Hotel Atlante Plaza

Depart from your stay 🏨

35 - 42 min

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Family-friendly theme park with a variety of roller coasters, spinning rides & kids' attractions.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$38

Day 7Immerse in Art and Cultural Treasures

$13

$ 6

Hotel Atlante Plaza

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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Modern museum celebrating the music of singer-composer Luiz Gonzaga & Northeastern Brazil's culture.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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8 - 10 min

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Mamam - Museum of Modern Art Aloísio Magalhães

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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10 - 15 min

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12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 8Exploring History, Markets, and Botanical Beauty

$ 6

Hotel Atlante Plaza

Depart from your stay 🏨

22 - 27 min

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Museum in a former fort featuring photos, paintings & objects related to city life since Dutch rule.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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9 - 14 min

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Bustling covered market with street food stalls & vendors selling tropical fruit, clothing & crafts.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

22 - 27 min

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Environmental education center with themed gardens, guided walking trails & ecological exhibits.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 9Discovering Art and Tranquility

$25

$ 4

Hotel Atlante Plaza

Depart from your stay 🏨

34 - 41 min

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Vast garden-filled grounds with dramatic, castle-style buildings showcasing historical & art pieces.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

29 - 35 min

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Park offering play areas & a skating rink, plus a theater & an art gallery, with scenic ocean views.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 10Beachside Bliss and Historical Significance

$13

$ 6

Hotel Atlante Plaza

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 9 min

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Beach-view spot with palm-dotted lawns & a local market for crafts & souvenirs, plus a 1700s church.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

61 - 74 min

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Museum & workshop of a famous Brazilian plastic artist, with ceramics, sculptures & paintings.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

57 - 69 min

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Popular for its off-road biking trails, this wooded park rises to viewpoints over the city & sea.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $172 In total

Activities & Food:$123

Transport:$49