Boa Viagem Beach, Recife
Boa Viagem Beach, stretching along an eight-kilometer coast, is known for its calm sea, featuring natural swimming pools with warm waters from the skerries. These skerries are recognized as important archaeological sites in Brazil. The coast is lined with concrete cobblestones, making it accessible for people with disabilities.
Boa Viagem is Recife's largest and most vibrant beach. At low tide, you can stroll along the natural reef that stretches along much of the scenic shoreline. Signboards indicate where it's safe for swimming. The Acaiaca building area is popular with young singles and groups, while families often gather near the International Palace. As the sun sets, couples from all over the city fill the beach's promenade, enjoying romantic walks and the stunning views.
Boa Viagem is Recife's largest and most vibrant beach. At low tide, you can stroll along the natural reef that stretches along much of the scenic shoreline. Signboards indicate where it's safe for swimming. The Acaiaca building area is popular with young singles and groups, while families often gather near the International Palace. As the sun sets, couples from all over the city fill the beach's promenade, enjoying romantic walks and the stunning views.
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Boa Viagem Beach on Map
Sight Name: Boa Viagem Beach
Sight Location: Recife, Brazil (See walking tours in Recife)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
Sight Location: Recife, Brazil (See walking tours in Recife)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
Walking Tours in Recife, Brazil
Create Your Own Walk in Recife
Creating your own self-guided walk in Recife is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Recife Introduction Walking Tour
In addition to the many rivers, bridges and peninsulas making up most of what's unique about Recife, the main city of the Brazilian state Pernambuco is also famous for its historic downtown area originated in the 16th century. Follow this orientation walk and learn about the past and present of this exiting destination!
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles



