1 day in Recife Itinerary

Once the capital of Dutch Brazil, Recife has a history spanning back to 1537, when it was little more than a handful of fishing houses on the beach.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Fri): pause for some serene contemplation at Nossa Senhora do Livramento Church, then gain insight at Oficina Ceramica Francisco Brennand, then examine the collection at Ricardo Brennand Institute, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Recife Antigo.

For photos, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Recife trip itinerary planning website.

August in Recife sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 26°C at night.