Mercado do Sao Jose, Recife

Mercado do Sao Jose, Recife

Mercado do Sao Jose is a local public market and landmark in Recife. The structure was built in 1875 and it is representative of the architecture of European markets at the time. The building was built by J. Lieuthier Louis in a neoclassical style. It is the oldest building in Brazil made in pre-manufactured iron. The market is very large and it has two buildings and 542 boutiques within.

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Mercado do Sao Jose on Map

Sight Name: Mercado do Sao Jose
Sight Location: Recife, Brazil (See walking tours in Recife)
Sight Type: Shopping
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Walking Tours in Recife, Brazil

Create Your Own Walk in Recife

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

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