Recife & Surroundings Public Transport Travel Guide

🌆 Why Recife? Spent a week here—finally, a real city in Northeast Brazil! Modern skyscrapers, clean streets (no peeling paint or mold!), and a refreshingly normal vibe. 😭✨ Best time to explore: After 4 PM—cool sea breeze and gentle sunlight. 🏡 Where to Stay: Boa Viagem Location perks: Near the airport (taxi: ~R$30), packed with restaurants/supermarkets, and safe (walked alone at 9 PM with no issues). Beach tip: Lovely for sunset strolls, but NO swimming—shark warnings! 🦈 🚍 Public Transport Guide 1️⃣ Old Town (Centro Histórico) Highlights: Praça da República (historic square) Ponte Maurício de Nassau bridge (golden-hour views!) R. do Bom Jesus (charming colonial street). ⚠️ Note: Frequent beggars/sellers; avoid certain areas at night. 2️⃣ Olinda (Colorful UNESCO Town) Bus 910 (Boa Viagem → Olinda, 40 mins, R$4.30). Google Maps schedules are unreliable—wait patiently! Must-see: R. do Amparo (artsy street) Igreja da Misericórdia (panoramic views) Café Bonfim (cozy but mediocre coffee). 3️⃣ Porto de Galinhas (Postcard Beaches) Bus 195 (1.5–2 hrs, sporadic—have a backup plan!). Gave up after long waits; consider ride-sharing if needed. 🦪 Food Recs (Boa Viagem) Ilha do Guaiamum 🦀 Must-try: Local blue crab (Grande: R$36.90 + 10% fee). Skip: Overpriced sushi (R$61 for few pieces). Point da Ostra 🦪 Deal: 12 medium oysters = R$35 (+10% fee). ⚠️ Warning: Ask for less salt in dressings—it’s intense! 📌 Travel Tips Safety: Olinda & Boa Viagem = tourist-friendly; Recife’s old town = daytime-only. Tag your vibe: #SoloTravel #HiddenGems #Brazil #Recife #Olinda #PortoDeGalinhas