Discover old Recife, where the city originated. Start at Praça do Arsenal da Marinha and take a leisurely stroll around the neighborhood. Afterwards, you can visit one of the 3 historical places. Visit Paço do Frevo for courses, multimedia and temporary exhibitions on local dance and Frevo music. Discover the Pernambuco Giant Dolls Embassy, ​​a cultural space dedicated to the giant dolls of the Carnival season. Visit the Cais do Sertão Museum, which houses temporary exhibitions and permanent collections that illuminate the culture of northeastern Brazil with sensory experiences and innovative architecture. Then head to Bom Jesus Street to visit the Kahal-Zur Israel Synagogue, the first American synagogue. Then, stop at the Pernambuco Handicraft Center, with its vast array of masterfully handcrafted artwork, and stroll the streets of this charming neighborhood to admire the ancient architecture and buildings.

Next, discover the city of Olinda in the north of the city, surrounded by palm trees, tall coconut trees, the Atlantic forest and the ocean. In the midst of uneven, cobbled streets and slopes with countless colorful houses, visit centuries-old churches such as the São Bento Monastery, whose high altar is an important example of Brazilian Baroque. Stroll along the beautiful Rua do Amparo with its craft shops. Travel to Largo da Misericórdia and Alto da Sé with their many viewpoints. You will have the chance to taste the delicious tapioca with cheese and learn about the famous giant dolls of Olinda’s carnival as well as the significant cultural heritage of the city.