Timeline
17:00
Pick up a coffee or a sandwich at Brotfabrik. It is a German bakery popular with office workers, so arriving early ensures you get a seat and fresh goods before the lunch rush.
17:25
Walk to São Pedro dos Clérigos. The cathedral square is surrounded by colorful colonial buildings. Find a spot on the steps or the edge of the square facing west.
17:45
Watch the sunset. The sun sets toward the WSW, casting a final warm glow on the rosewood altar and gold-pulpit details visible through the open doors, or simply admire the silhouette of the tower against the darkening sky.
18:30
End your evening with a stroll through Casa da Cultura. Once a prison, this warren of small shops selling regional arts and crafts is open until 19:00 on weekdays, giving you time to browse a unique souvenir before it closes.
Local tip
Check opening hours for Casa da Cultura as they vary by day. On weekdays it closes at 19:00, while on Sundays it closes earlier at 14:00. For Brotfabrik, note it is open until 19:00 on weekdays.
Check before you go
- Casa da Cultura hours: Mo-Sa 09:00-19:00; Su 09:00-14:00
- Brotfabrik hours: Mo-Fr 07:00-19:00
Worth knowing
- Brotfabrik is open at 17:00 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr
- Casa da Cultura is open at 18:30 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Recife (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).