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João Pessoa City Tour: Explore the Main Attractions and Historic Landmarks

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Joao Pessoa

Embark on a captivating João Pessoa City Tour and explore the main attractions and historic landmarks. Visit the easternmost point of the Americas, admire the architectural masterpiece of Oscar Niemeyer, and delve into the rich history of the third oldest city in Brazil.

Duration: 9 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Farol Do Cabo Branco - Most oriental place in the Americas, passing by the work of renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer (Cabo Branco Station - Science, Culture and Arts)
Nossa Senhora do Carmo Church - It comprises an architectural ensemble, built by the Carmelites, composed of the Church of Nossa Senhora do Carmo, the Episcopal Palace, both built in the 16th century and listed by IPHAEP (Institute of Historical and Artistic Heritage of the State of Paraíba).
Monastery of Sao Bento - It is a baroque style ensemble, built by the Benedictine monks, formed by the monastery and the church, considered one of the most important in Brazil.
Parque Solon de Lucena - Also known as Lagoa, it is a public space in the city of João Pessoa, one of the main symbols of the city, the park is located in the center of the capital of Paraíba and features beautiful gardens and a pond in the center, with a large water mirror circular surrounded by imperial palms.
Its central location, as well as its landscaped complex, has made it one of the main postcards of the city, as well as the stage for important social events.
Igreja Sao Francisco - Colonial church with space dedicated to sociability and clerical culture, permanent and temporary exhibitions. Place of research and prayer.
Catedral Basilica de Nossa Senhora das Neves - Another of the city’s Baroque works. The church of João Pessoa is a beautiful restored church. It is located in the old center.
Joao Pessoa - A walk through the main tourist points of the city, stopping at the most eastern point of the Americas (Cabo Branco Lighthouse - Ponta do Seixas), panoramic view of the work of the renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer (Cabo Branco Station - Science, Culture and Arts), until the Historic Center of the third oldest city in Brazil. Throughout the day, you will pass through Parque Sólon de Lucena, Praça Antenor Navarro, Hotel Globo, Praça dos Três Poderes, Basilica N. Sra. Das Neves, Monastery of São Bento and Church of N. Sra. Do Carmo. We will also have an optional visit to the São Francisco Cultural Center, a place of research and prayer. Finally, we will take the opportunity to get to know the richness of our handicrafts in the Paraíba Handicraft Market.

What's Included

Local guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

What's Not Included

Drinks
Food and drinks

Additional Information

Tour through the main tourist points of the city, stopping at the most eastern point of the Americas (Cabo Branco Lighthouse - Ponta do Seixas), panoramic view of the work of the renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer (Cabo Branco Station - Science, Culture and Arts), until the Historic Center of the third oldest city in Brazil. Throughout the day, you will pass through Parque Sólon de Lucena, Praça Antenor Navarro, Hotel Globo, Praça dos Três Poderes, Basilica N. Sra. Das Neves, São Bento Monastery and Church of N. Sra. Do Carmo. We will also have an optional visit to Centro Cultural São Francisco, a place of research and prayer. Finally, we will take the opportunity to discover the richness of our handicrafts at the Paraíba Craft Fair.

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Location

Farol Do Cabo Branco

Ponta Do Cabo Branco,

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Sepafeti

Jul 27, 2024

Historic Center - The tour of the historic centre of João Pessoa is a visit to our historic past. Seeing the story told in the house of João Pessoa reminds us of a moment of our Brazil. To see the culture, the monuments, the origin of the city is to see the other side of a beautiful city.