Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Pernambuco February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk # What to do in Pernambuco ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Pernambuco Types of activities Where to stay [Pernambuco travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Pernambuco.dx6052639) ![Conceicao Beach showing a sunset, a sandy beach and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6098620/c6e250d9-c191-4dd0-bb98-d01d93df3abd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Conceicao Beach showing a sunset, a sandy beach and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6098620/c6e250d9-c191-4dd0-bb98-d01d93df3abd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Maracaipe Beach which includes a beach and surfing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6098019/a2e0e61a-d309-4b82-a967-7a71fbe5506e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Santo Antonio Fort Ruins which includes building ruins and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6264534/f940b850-95fe-4fc5-b45f-10f7609a9b23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Conceicao Beach featuring a beach and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6098620/a9caf9ff-cb81-4b58-9fb4-87f061ca88a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## What to do in Pernambuco --- ### Popular places to visit ![Ipojuca which includes tropical scenes, swimming and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6191110/525948a8-5b1a-4fd3-a78b-0ef5a7a210dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Muro Alto Beach 5/5(2 reviews) Set on Brazil’s glorious northeastern coastline, this beach is the place to idle about on the soft sand and swim in the transparent water. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Muro-Alto-Beach-Porto-de-Galinhas.d6191110.Attraction) ![Maracaipe Beach which includes a beach and surfing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6098019/a2e0e61a-d309-4b82-a967-7a71fbe5506e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Maracaipe Beach 5/5(2 reviews) Ride big waves, swim in tidal pools and spot seahorses at this alluring beach in the southern region of Ipojuca. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Maracaipe-Beach-Recife.d6098019.Attraction) ![Boa Viagem Beach, Recife, Northeast Brazil](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6098567/323de42a-fa33-4145-a050-f56cce4adc42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Boa Viagem Beach 4.5/5(3 reviews) Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Boa Viagem Beach during your travels in Recife? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Boa-Viagem-Beach-Boa-Viagem.d6098567.Attraction) ![beach itapuama, pernambuco](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6191056/b6809214-d3e7-405b-9cef-8aaf60f72224.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gaibu Beach 5/5(1 review) Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Gaibu Beach during your travels in Recife? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gaibu-Beach-Recife.d6191056.Attraction) ![Praia do Sancho, Fernando de Noronha](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532466983/253854cc-5fdc-43e8-aa8a-d7ce221ca63e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Praia do Sancho 5/5(1 review) If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Praia do Sancho might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Fernando de Noronha. Stroll along the seaside or visit the monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Praia-Do-Sancho-Fernando-de-Noronha.d553248621532466983.Attraction) ![Porto de Galinhas, Brazil. The natural pools, known as 'piscinas naturais,' are what make this town famous and attract visitors to swim alongside colorful fish and explore the vibrant coral reefs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6340458/9fdfd25e-01af-4481-89cc-bc2210548023.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Porto de Galinhas Natural Pools 5/5(2 reviews) If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Porto de Galinhas Natural Pools might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Recife. Wander the clear-water beaches or discover the area's coral reefs. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Porto-De-Galinhas-Natural-Pools-Recife.d6340458.Attraction) ![Sancho Beach featuring a beach and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532466981/bc112929-6691-4841-b104-676484546151.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Baia do Sancho Relax in the shadow of Dois Irmãos Hill on this sheltered and secluded beach with gentle waves and fluffy sand. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Baia-Do-Sancho-Pernambuco.d553248621532466981.Attraction) ![Cachorro Beach featuring a luxury hotel or resort, a beach and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6264526/6bf3bbc9-fc79-4447-8848-9beaefe7347a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cachorro Beach 3/5(1 review) Swim in the glorious rock pool of this picturesque stretch of sand that lies beneath a historic fort and a church. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cachorro-Beach-Fernando-de-Noronha.d6264526.Attraction) ![Um paraíso.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6219752/96e52615-84c4-493e-86d6-1333e38a0b3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Praia dos Carneiros Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia dos Carneiros during your trip to Praia dos Carneiros? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Praia-Dos-Carneiros-Tamandare.d553248635997369647.Attraction) ### Explore areas of Pernambuco ![Porto de Galinhas featuring general coastal views, a sandy beach and swimming](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046162/9ca73e01-88f1-4ebc-9571-d9bfa469e91c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Porto de Galinhas 4.5/5(3 area reviews) Join surfers and nature lovers that flock year-round to the glorious beaches of this coastal town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Recife-Porto-De-Galinhas.dx6046162) ![Aerial View of Boa Viagem Beach, Recife, Brazil; Shutterstock ID 409336066](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6264481/e6e68af3-e4d1-4920-9cd1-24ffdbb6e1a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Boa Viagem 3.5/5(5 area reviews) Visitors often come to Boa Viagem for its beaches, but many stay to explore sights like Praça Boa Viagem and Shopping Recife. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Airport Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Recife-Boa-Viagem.dx6264481) ![Porto de Galinhas which includes swimming, a sandy beach and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046162/4ca03c73-4f8c-438b-8399-fd4373242bb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ipojuca Centro If you're spending some time in Ipojuca Centro, Porto de Galinhas Beach and Porto de Galinhas Natural Pools are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Recife-Ipojuca-Centro.dx553248635976396869) ![Reflexo do pôr-do-sol na praia de Serrambi.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635070790287/9ae2cf6b-6606-4195-831a-c4773401f577.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Serrambi While there might not be top attractions in Serrambi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Barra de Sirinhaem Beach and Guadalupe Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Serrambi.dx553248635070790287) ![Praia de Boa Viagem 2022 Pina Brasil](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6287182/37eccfc3-1fcc-4569-9ad4-a5fc2c21f144.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Pina 5/5(1 area review) Pina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pina Beach and Shopping RioMar. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Recife-Pina.dx6287182) ![Cachorro Beach which includes mountains and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6264526/ede4d824-ee0d-4e78-a1fc-c996e947e04e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Vila dos Remedios You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Vila dos Remedios. You might want to make time for a stop at Sao Miguel Palace or Flamboyant Square. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fernando-De-Noronha-Vila-Dos-Remedios.dx6264438) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Pernambuco ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1724/e973327e-4687-472f-b9b0-5f0104b4fd61.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### João Pessoa ![Tamandare featuring a beach, general coastal views and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6359515/5a944538-7128-44fe-8445-f1207817e800.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Recife ![Piedade Beach - Jaboatao, Pernambuco state - Brazil - March 25](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6035416/d6c76f25-4d17-4a64-9fea-440aa58fa418.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Jaboatão dos Guararapes ![Ipojuca showing general coastal views and a beach as well as an individual male](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6191110/4e27e3fa-3306-4a58-a769-1c1b0252fa47.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ipojuca ![Fernando de Noronha featuring a beach, general coastal views and rugged coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084536/bf84bcb6-bfb2-4587-96e4-bf2137358136.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fernando de Noronha ![Brasilien, Olinda](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6129489/5b1e1111-517c-495d-a6f1-e96c2a395b0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Olinda ![aerial view of Paulista Avenue](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142579/0a8f2cef-2c30-47e8-8e6e-5257e65c6db8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Paulista ![The historic architecture of Olinda in Pernambuco, Brazil with its colonial buildings and cobblestone streets at sunset.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6146951/c24231a9-862b-4d5d-bb88-e1c067fb3bc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Gravata ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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