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Currency
Brazilian Real (BRL)
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Language
Portuguese
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Time Zone
BRT (UTC-3)
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Best Time to Visit
Nov–Apr
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Typical Duration
21-26 nights
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Price Range
From $1,050 pp
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Port Type
Port of Call
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Tender Port
No
Gateway to South America's Atlantic coast, offering access to iconic destinations like Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires on extended South American and transatlantic cruises.
Cruises that visit Recife
- cruises to Recife
- Recife sailings
- Recife cruises
- 17-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 17-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 18-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 18-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 19-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 20-night Silversea cruise
- 21-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 21-night Seabourn cruise
- 21-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 22-night Seabourn cruise
- 28-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 29-night Holland America Line cruise
- 31-night Seabourn cruise
- 36-night Seabourn cruise
- 46-night Seabourn cruise
- 48-night Seabourn cruise
- 56-night Seabourn cruise
- 66-night Holland America Line cruise
- 66-night Seabourn cruise
- 70-night Holland America Line cruise
- 71-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 129-night Holland America Line cruise
Build Your Day in Recife
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 6:00 PM
Usually about 10 hours ashore
Getting around:
RioMar Recife
Lots of activities for children.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Shopping Recife
It has many shops with excellent prices and good quality.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Praça do Marco Zero
Perfect for photos, events, and soaking in local culture.
Building Parking Shopping Boa Vista
Very complete shopping
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Shopping Tacaruna
There's a very pleasant coffee shop at the food court.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Plaza Casa Forte
Window shopping galore, open till 9pm.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Paço Alfândega - Office e Mall
Mega shopping
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM Thu
Instituto Ricardo Brennand
Fair price, no wait and absolutely the best art experience in Recife.
🕐 Closed · Opens 1 PM Thu
Casa da Cultura de Pernambuco
Former prison converted into a crafts market.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Bode do Nô Boa Viagem - Restaurante
Top service, delicious food.
Restaurante Parraxaxá Boa Viagem
The restaurant has a good environment, decoration, and the staff is amazing.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11:30 AM Thu
Bar do Cuscuz
A very cool looking restaurant with live music.
Botanical Garden of Recife
Small botanical garden, my walk rook me 20 minutes.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Centro Cultural Cais do Sertão
It is an amazing and inspiring museum.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Paço do Frevo
It’s a small museum with lots of cool pictures and music and history.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Shopping ETC
Shopping legal
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Entre Amigos Praia
... best food we ever had, My husband is fussy and he loved the food.
Vasto Restaurante Recife
Mac and cheese pulled pork was amazing!
🕐 Closes soon · 11 PM
Seu Boteco
The service is very good and the views are nice.
Artesanato de Pernambuco
There js a large diversity of different types of art crafts.
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Recanto Paraibano
I recommend.
Recife City Museum
There's also two temporary galleries (local art) and a theater.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Tio Pepe
Excellent food, and excellent customer service!
🕐 Closed · Opens 11:30 AM Thu
Bargaço Recife
Very good food, excellent service!
Bodega de Véio - Recife Antigo
The place is nicely decorated.
🕐 Closes soon · 11 PM
Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel
The ceiling painting is amazing.
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 AM Thu
Castelus Restaurante
great food in a lovely place with excellent service.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM Thu
Conchittas Bar
Love the decor, the music, the drinks, and the prices!!
Game Station - Shopping Recife
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Restaurante Leite
Delightful atmosphere , first class service and excellent food and drink.
🕐 Closed · Opens 11 AM Thu
Cais Rooftop Lounge Bar
Very good if you want a unique experience but not otherwise
Seu Tito Praia
The feijoada is great and the drinks are lovely.
Restaurante Famiglia Giuliano
The place is spacious, good food, great service.
Seu Pêu Gastropub
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Malakoff Tower
1800s observatory & cultural space
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Embassy of Pernambuco - Olinda Dolls Giants
Beside my comments, I recommend, it’s a way to promote local culture.
🕐 Closed · Opens 8 AM Thu
Parque de Esculturas Francisco Brennand
Some great art but some is a bit strange too.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Museu do Homem do Nordeste
There's some old train locomotives out front as well.
🕐 Temporarily closed
Galeria Santo Antônio
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Adega do Futuro - Gastronomia Contemporânea & Wine Bar
Carol and Igor gave us the best restaurant experience.
Gilberto Freyre Foundation
A highly recommended attraction when looking for something to do in Recife.
🕐 Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Thu
Ponto Cego speakeasy
Great environment, and perfectly executed cocktails.
Barchef Boteco
This corner bar is exceptional 👌.
Shopping Parnamirim
🕐 Closed · Opens 6 AM Thu
Entre Vinhos - Wine Bar e Restaurante
Really excellent wine and food and service.
RECIFE-PE
Letreiro "Recife"no Marco Zero
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Recife
Recife has emerged as a vibrant cruise port serving seven major cruise lines, including MSC Cruises, Seabourn, Viking Ocean Cruises, and Holland America Line. Primarily a port of call rather than an embarkation point, Recife welcomes approximately 35 cruises annually, with most itineraries spanning 21 nights. The port's peak season runs from November through April, making it an ideal stop for those exploring South American and transatlantic routes to destinations like Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, and the Falkland Islands.
What awaits you in Recife is a delightful blend of colonial charm and modern Brazilian energy. The historic Recife Antigo district enchants visitors with its 16th-century architecture, vibrant street art, and waterfront character, while the nearby beaches of Boa Viagem offer a more relaxed escape. Whether you're seeking cultural immersion or seaside relaxation, Recife delivers an authentic Brazilian experience that complements any South American cruise itinerary beautifully.
What awaits you in Recife is a delightful blend of colonial charm and modern Brazilian energy. The historic Recife Antigo district enchants visitors with its 16th-century architecture, vibrant street art, and waterfront character, while the nearby beaches of Boa Viagem offer a more relaxed escape. Whether you're seeking cultural immersion or seaside relaxation, Recife delivers an authentic Brazilian experience that complements any South American cruise itinerary beautifully.
Cruise Lines at Recife
- MSC Cruises (11 cruises)
- Seabourn (8 cruises)
- Viking Ocean Cruises (6 cruises)
- Holland America Line (4 cruises)
- Norwegian Cruise Line (2 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (2 cruises)
- Silversea (1 cruise)
Cruises Departing From Recife
Cruises Visiting Recife
Ship Schedule at Recife
Recife Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Recife known for?
Recife is known for its rivers, historic Recife Antigo, vibrant gastronomy, and modern infrastructure.
What is BRREC?
BRREC is the UN/LOCODE for Recife, Brazil.
What are must-see areas in Recife?
Recife Antigo, Boa Viagem Beach, and nearby Olinda's historic sites.
When is the best time to visit Recife?
Dry season is roughly October to March; rain can occur year-round.