Olinda and Recife City Tour

From$30
7 hours
Olinda, Brazil

About this activity

Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Olinda and Recife on this guided tour, featuring UNESCO World Heritage sites, colonial architecture, and local art.

Highlights

  • Explore Olinda's UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Discover Recife Antigo's colonial architecture
  • Visit the Ricardo Brennand Institute
  • Stroll through the House of Culture
  • Experience local art at the Francisco Brennand Ceramic Workshop

Full description

Immerse yourself in the captivating history and culture of Olinda and Recife with our comprehensive city tour. Begin in Olinda, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where you'll explore its well-preserved colonial architecture and vibrant arts scene. Then, journey to Recife Antigo, the historic heart of Recife, to admire its colonial buildings and visit cultural landmarks like the Ricardo Brennand Institute and the House of Culture. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, art, and local flavor, providing an unforgettable experience in Brazil's northeastern gems.

Included / Excluded

  • Guided tour of Olinda's historic center
  • Visit to Recife Antigo's cultural landmarks
  • Transportation between Olinda and Recife
  • Meals and personal expenses

Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour is conducted in Portuguese; English-speaking guides may not be available.
  • Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
  • The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring historic sites.
  • Bring a camera to capture the picturesque landscapes and architecture.
  • Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Infants Required On Laps

Traveler reviews

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Magical.

Our guide Roberta was very pleasant and attentive because we did not understand Portuguese but a little Spanish. Very beautiful excursion and excellent meal.

jeanlucm293Jul 30, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Excellent

Excellent tour and especially the guide Lionel who was very attentive and dedicated! Super recommend

Safari49247013775Jul 5, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Make accounts before you go

Driver and guide very punctual and requested, but the City tour is very expensive. R$ 60,00 sleepy catamaran of 30 min, R$ 50,00 2 visits to see dolls and frevo (1 person) - 20 min. R$ 80.00 for riding from Toyota 4x4 by Olinda (Because onibus big can not enter). The crafts centers are very cool and the place they chose for lunch too (Bode do No, but it's not cheap)

thaisritinhaApr 2, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Buen tour

The guide Baruque was very funny and spoke in Portuguese as in Spanish so that we could all understand. The price of the tour is cheap because in reality everything has to be paid as optional (the toyotas that take you all over Olinda de Olinda Receptivo and the Embaixada dos Bonecos Gigantes). Lunch is in a restaurant per kilo which is fine with me as they are not as expensive as those that are a la carte. The tour ends around 3 p.m. Most of the tour is in Olinda and after lunch you will continue with Recife. The tour says it is on Tangol's side but in reality the local provider is Martur Turismo.

Daniel_VSep 23, 2025VIATOR

DISMAL WILL TO RESOLVE A SITUATION

I paid as per the Service, the TANGOL Enterprise was slow to send me the information and when I sent 2 hours late the name of the hotel where we were staying, since we had been traveling, they left me without the historical-cultural walk to Recife and Olinda. I asked to be allowed to make it happen the next day and they told me they had no place. No positive response, very bad will to resolve the situation. Maybe I did the walk with another agency and the tour was spectacular and unforgettable.

andresarturop887Aug 31, 2025TRIPADVISOR