Convento e Igreja de Santo Antônio, Recife

Name: Convento e Igreja de Santo Antônio
Address: R. Imperador Pedro Segundo, 206, Recife, 50010-050, Brazil
Telephone: +55 81 3224-0493

#36 among attractions in Recife

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Facts and practical information

The Santo Antonio Convent and Church is a Catholic architectural ensemble belonging to the Franciscan Order, located in the city of Recife, capital of Pernambuco, Brazil.

The complex of buildings, besides the convent and the church, includes the Capela Dourada and the Igreja da Ordem Terceira de São Francisco.

The Convent of São Francisco de Olinda and the Convent of Santo Antônio do Recife were the two main Franciscan convents in Brazil in the 17th century, and represent, together with the Church of Nossa Senhora dos Prazeres dos Montes Guararapes, the most important collection of 17th century tiles in Brazilian lands.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 8°3'44"S, 34°52'39"W

Address

R. Imperador Pedro Segundo, 206RPA1 (Santo Antônio)Recife 50010-050 Brazil

Contact

+55 81 3224-0493

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Convento e Igreja de Santo Antônio – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mercado de São José, Shopping Boa Vista, Paço Alfândega, Santa Isabel Theater.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Convento e Igreja de Santo Antônio?

Nearby attractions include Capela Dourada, Recife (1 min walk), Igreja da Ordem Terceira de São Francisco, Recife (2 min walk), Praça da República, Recife (3 min walk), Santa Isabel Theater, Recife (4 min walk).

How to get to Convento e Igreja de Santo Antônio by public transport?

The nearest stations to Convento e Igreja de Santo Antônio:

Bus

Praça da República Station (2 min walk)
Maurício de Nassau (3 min walk)

Metro

Recife • Lines: 1, 2, 3 (19 min walk)