Olinda

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A coastal cityscape with a beach, dense residential area, and a distant urban skyline.
A coastal town with a prominent church, palm trees, and the ocean in the background.
A coastal cityscape at sunset with a prominent beach, dense residential area, and a distant city skyline.
A beach with a rocky shoreline, palm trees, and buildings along the coast.
A rooftop terrace with a red floor, a wooden bench, and a view of a coastal cityscape and ocean.

Where to stay in Olinda

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A historic building with ornate architecture and a sign reading "FACULDADE DE OLINDA".
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Open Photo by Sérgio Veludo

Olinda Historical Center

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Olinda Historical Center. You might want to make time for a stop at Alto da Se Park or Mauricio de Nassau House.

A colorful street with a blue building, a green building, and a white building. There is a sign that says "Sao Brasil" and another that says "Selvagem."
Photo by Tahino2000
Open Photo by Tahino2000

Carmo

If you're spending some time in Carmo, Alto da Se Park and Mauricio de Nassau House are top sights worth seeing.

Bairro Novo

While Bairro Novo isn't home to many top sights, Bairro Novo Beach and Alto da Se Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Fragoso

Though Fragoso might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Casa Caiada Beach and Bairro Novo Beach.

Bonsucesso

If you're spending some time in Bonsucesso, Do Carmo Square and Sacred Art Museum of Pernambuco are top sights worth seeing.

Stay near popular Olinda attractions

Classic Hall

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Enjoy a performance at Classic Hall, a theater with a story to tell in Olinda. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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Things to do

Recife street on an overcast day

City Tour Recife And Olinda

$31
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
City Tour Recife And Olinda
Porto de Galinhas sign

Full Day Tour To Porto De Galinhas

$34
per adult
Full Day Tour To Porto De Galinhas
Catamaran tour in Praia dos Carneiros

Catamaran tour in Praia dos Carneiros

$50
per adult
Catamaran tour in Praia dos Carneiros
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Cities near Olinda

A beach with palm trees, clear water, and a distant forested island.

Recife

A densely packed urban cityscape with a variety of high-rise buildings, including a distinctive curved glass structure.

Paulista

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