Olinda Historical Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic building with ornate architecture and a sign reading "FACULDADE DE OLINDA".
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."
A red and white colonial-style building with arched windows and a balcony.
A colonial-style building with white walls and blue shutters, featuring ornate balconies and arched windows.
A white ornate gate with a green door, set against a clear blue sky.

Stay near popular Olinda Historical Center attractions

Alto da Se Park

9.0/10 (53 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Alto da Se Park, a lovely green space in Olinda. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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Activities

Recife street on an overcast day

City Tour Recife And Olinda

NZ$55
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
City Tour Recife And Olinda
Caetano Family in City Tour Recife Olinda.

Recife & Olinda City Tour

NZ$193
per traveller
Recife & Olinda City Tour
City Tour Olinda

City Tour of Olinda Including Instituto Ricardo Brennand

NZ$176
per adult
City Tour of Olinda Including Instituto Ricardo Brennand
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Our pick of the best Olinda Historical Center Hotel Deals

Hotel Pousada São Francisco

Hotel Pousada São Francisco

3 out of 5
Rua do Sol 127 Olinda PE
The price is NZ$80 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
NZ$80
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Olinda. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Seminario de Olinda and Convent of San Francisco are located ...
Hotel Pousada São Francisco
Hotel 7 Colinas

Hotel 7 Colinas

3 out of 5
Ladeira de São Francisco, 307 Olinda PE
The price is NZ$245 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
NZ$245
18 Nov - 19 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Olinda. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Seminario de Olinda and Convent of San Francisco ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (315 reviews)
"What an absolutely beautiful hotel! I loved everything about my stay, from the architecture and thoughtful little details to the abundance of plants and greenery throughout the property. The entire place feels peaceful and inviting. The pool area is lovely, the staff is wonderful, and my room was ..."

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Hotel 7 Colinas
Pousada dos Quatro Cantos

Pousada dos Quatro Cantos

2.5 out of 5
Rua Prudente de Morais, 441 Olinda PE
The price is NZ$150 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
NZ$150
15 Dec - 16 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this pousada in Olinda. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Mercado da Ribeira Square and Contemporary Art Museum ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (145 reviews)
"The room I had, though lovely, would have been better converted to a single room with sitting furniture and a desk rather than a double room."

Reviewed on 14 June 2026

Pousada dos Quatro Cantos
Vila Mar Hotel

Vila Mar Hotel

3 out of 5
R. Manuel Borba, 228 Olinda PE
The price is NZ$157 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
NZ$157
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Olinda. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Milagres Beach and Casa de Alceu Valenca Historic ...
8.4/10 Very good! (16 reviews)
"The place was clean"

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Vila Mar Hotel
Baobá Pousada e SPA

Baobá Pousada e SPA

3 out of 5
R. do Sol, 147 Olinda PE
The price is NZ$103 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$103
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly pousada in Olinda. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and on-site spa services. Popular attractions Seminario de Olinda and Convent ...
Baobá Pousada e SPA
Rede Andrade Vela Branca

Rede Andrade Vela Branca

3 out of 5
Av. Eng. Domingos Ferreira, 4395 Recife PE
The price is NZ$52 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$52
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Recife. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Rede Andrade Vela Branca
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Our guide on where to stay in Olinda Historical Center

Find the best Olinda Historical Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shoreline, and a resort area with umbrellas and palm trees.

Porto de Galinhas

Travellers like the seafood restaurants in Porto de Galinhas, and Muro Alto Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

A coastal cityscape with a wide beach, ocean, and dense urban buildings.

Boa Viagem

Visitors often come to Boa Viagem for its beaches, but many stay to explore sights like Praça Boa Viagem and Shopping Recife. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Airport Station.

A crowded beach with people swimming and boats with colorful sails.

Ipojuca Centro

If you're spending some time in Ipojuca Centro, Porto de Galinhas Beach and Porto de Galinhas Natural Pools are top sights worth seeing.

A yellow church with a clock tower and arched windows.

Boa Vista

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

A beach with palm trees, a sandy shore, and a large ship in the distance.

Pina

Pina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pina Beach and Shopping RioMar.

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