Title: Things to Do in Paulista in 2026 | Expedia.com [Paulista Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Paulista.dx6142579)[Hotels in Paulista](https://expedia.com/Paulista-Hotels.d6142579.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Paulista](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Paulista.d6142579.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Paulista](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Paulista.d6142579.Car-Rental-Guide)[Paulista Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Paulista.d6142579.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Paulista ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Paulista Types of activities Where to stay [Paulista Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Paulista.dx6142579) ![aerial view of Paulista Avenue](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142579/0a8f2cef-2c30-47e8-8e6e-5257e65c6db8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Paulista, Pernambuco - aerial view of Janga beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142579/a2bd6e05-7228-4b1b-b136-586e40a2ef76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Maria Farinha beach, Olinda, near Recife, Pernambuco State, Brazil on November 15, 2012. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Paulista | Number of things to do | 23 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Experience the Best of Recife and Olinda](/things-to-do/recife-olinda-city-tour.a322660.activity-details): $34 | | Top 5 things to do | [City Tour Recife And Olinda](/things-to-do/city-tour-recife-and-olinda.a589616.activity-details)[Porto de Galinhas Tour](/things-to-do/porto-de-galinhas-tour.a322670.activity-details)[Full Day Tour to Cabo de Santo Agostinho with Buggy ride](/things-to-do/full-day-tour-to-cabo-de-santo-agostinho-with-buggy-ride.a322666.activity-details)[Carneiros Beach Day Tour](/things-to-do/carneiros-beach-day-tour.a626142.activity-details)[Full Day Tour To Porto De Galinhas](/things-to-do/full-day-tour-to-porto-de-galinhas.a588951.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [City Tour Recife And Olinda](/things-to-do/city-tour-recife-and-olinda.a589616.activity-details)[Porto de Galinhas Tour](/things-to-do/porto-de-galinhas-tour.a322670.activity-details)[Full Day Tour to Cabo de Santo Agostinho with Buggy ride](/things-to-do/full-day-tour-to-cabo-de-santo-agostinho-with-buggy-ride.a322666.activity-details)[Carneiros Beach Day Tour](/things-to-do/carneiros-beach-day-tour.a626142.activity-details)[Full Day Tour To Porto De Galinhas](/things-to-do/full-day-tour-to-porto-de-galinhas.a588951.activity-details) | ## What to do in Paulista --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Paulista? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Paulista ![Ipojuca which includes swimming, tropical scenes and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6191110/525948a8-5b1a-4fd3-a78b-0ef5a7a210dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Muro Alto Beach Set on Brazil’s glorious northeastern coastline, this beach is the place to idle about on the soft sand and swim in the transparent water. [](https://expedia.com/Muro-Alto-Beach-Porto-de-Galinhas.d6191110.Vacation-Attraction) ![Maracaipe Beach which includes surfing and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6098019/a2e0e61a-d309-4b82-a967-7a71fbe5506e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Maracaipe Beach Ride big waves, swim in tidal pools and spot seahorses at this alluring beach in the southern region of Ipojuca. [](https://expedia.com/Maracaipe-Beach-Porto-de-Galinhas.d6098019.Vacation-Attraction) ![Boa Viagem Beach, Recife, Northeast Brazil](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6098567/323de42a-fa33-4145-a050-f56cce4adc42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Boa Viagem Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Boa Viagem Beach during your travels in Recife? [](https://expedia.com/Boa-Viagem-Beach-Recife.d6098567.Vacation-Attraction) ![Porto de Galinhas, Brazil. The natural pools, known as 'piscinas naturais,' are what make this town famous and attract visitors to swim alongside colorful fish and explore the vibrant coral reefs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6340458/9fdfd25e-01af-4481-89cc-bc2210548023.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Porto de Galinhas Natural Pools If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Porto de Galinhas Natural Pools might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Recife. Wander the clear-water beaches or discover the area's coral reefs. [](https://expedia.com/Porto-De-Galinhas-Natural-Pools-Porto-de-Galinhas.d6340458.Vacation-Attraction) ![beach itapuama, pernambuco](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6191056/b6809214-d3e7-405b-9cef-8aaf60f72224.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gaibu Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Gaibu Beach during your travels in Recife? [](https://expedia.com/Gaibu-Beach-Gaibu.d6191056.Vacation-Attraction) ![beach time](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046162/c92d52f8-0a04-4eec-a4e9-2b57965ae70e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Merepe Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Merepe Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Recife. Wander the clear-water beaches or discover the area's coral reefs. [](https://expedia.com/Merepe-Beach-Porto-de-Galinhas.d6191154.Vacation-Attraction) ![Recife Antigo is at the heart of the most charming part of town: the island of Recife Antigo, which means Old Recife and, as you can tell from its name, is full of history. Although quite small, it holds many attractions for tourists and locals alike, and walking around its cobbled streets and looking up to its beautiful buildings is already worth your while.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2970/b56cf3d3-c47a-4b3a-b96c-61a275c75892.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Praça Rio Branco Find out about the history of Recife with a stop at Praça Rio Branco. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.com/Praca-Rio-Branco-Recife-Antigo.d6098570.Vacation-Attraction) #### Shopping RioMar You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Shopping RioMar during your visit to Recife. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.com/Shopping-RioMar-Pina.d553248633862315402.Vacation-Attraction) #### Porto de Galinhas Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Porto de Galinhas Beach during your trip to Ipojuca? Wander the clear-water beaches or discover the area's coral reefs. [](https://expedia.com/Porto-De-Galinhas-Beach-Porto-de-Galinhas.d762996993497296896.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Paulista ![Maria Farinha beach, Olinda, near Recife, Pernambuco State, Brazil on November 15, 2012. Aerial view of the beach with colorful parasols and countless people on the beach.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190854/04eb39c5-ecd9-46bd-9e65-7c83e48cd248.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Maria Farinha Travelers like the beaches in Maria Farinha, and Maria Farinha Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.com/Paulista-Maria-Farinha.dx6190854) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Janga Travelers like the beaches in Janga, and Pau Amarelo Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.com/Paulista-Janga.dx553248635209676628) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Pau Amarelo Travelers like the beaches in Pau Amarelo, and Pau Amarelo Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.com/Paulista-Pau-Amarelo.dx553248635209676621) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nossa Senhora do Ó 4/5(1 area review) Nossa Senhora do Ó might not have many top sights, but Pau Amarelo Beach and Veneza Water Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.com/Paulista-Nossa-Senhora-Do-O.dx553248635976398691) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nossa Senhora da Conceição While Nossa Senhora da Conceição might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Conceicao Beach and Veneza Water Park. [](https://expedia.com/Paulista-Nossa-Senhora-Da-Conceicao.dx553248635976400178) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Paulista.dx6142579.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Paulista ![Tamandare which includes tropical scenes, a beach and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6359515/5a944538-7128-44fe-8445-f1207817e800.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Recife ![Brasilien, Olinda](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129489/5b1e1111-517c-495d-a6f1-e96c2a395b0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Olinda ![Cities of Brazil - Igarassu, Pernambuco](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6359524/c2b9199f-56d9-4a2b-8567-bfa36e4df4c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Igarassu ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Paulista worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Paulista? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Paulista? ### Is three days enough to stay in Paulista? ### Is Paulista a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Paulista with kids? > - [City Tour Recife And Olinda](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/city-tour-recife-and-olinda.a589616.activity-details) > - [Porto de Galinhas Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/porto-de-galinhas-tour.a322670.activity-details) > - [Full Day Tour to Cabo de Santo Agostinho with Buggy ride](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-tour-to-cabo-de-santo-agostinho-with-buggy-ride.a322666.activity-details) > - [Carneiros Beach Day Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/carneiros-beach-day-tour.a626142.activity-details) > - [Full Day Tour To Porto De Galinhas](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-tour-to-porto-de-galinhas.a588951.activity-details) ### What to do in Paulista for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Paulista? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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