Basilica of Our Lady of the Rock, Recife

Name: Basilica of Our Lady of the Rock
Address: Praça Dom Vital, Recife, 50020-280, Brazil
Telephone: +55 81 3424-8500

#24 among attractions in Recife

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Basilica of Our Lady of the Rock, Recife

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The Nossa Senhora de Penha or the Basilica da Penha is a Roman Catholic religious basilica located in the city of Recife, in the state of Pernambuco, Brazil. Belonging to the Order of Friars Minor Capuchin, in the archdiocese of Olinda and Recife, its patron is the Virgin of the Rock. ()

Local name: Basílica da Penha Completed: 1882 (142 years ago)Coordinates: 8°4'7"S, 34°52'44"W

Address

Praça Dom VitalRPA1 (São José)Recife 50020-280 Brazil

Contact

+55 81 3424-8500

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Day trips

Basilica of Our Lady of the Rock – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mercado de São José, Paço Alfândega, Santa Isabel Theater, Ricardo Brennand Institute.

~170 ftNE
Market
Mercado de São José, Recife
1 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Recife, Brazil, the Mercado de São José stands as a vibrant testament to the city's rich cultural tapestry. This historical market, one of the oldest in the country, is a hub of activity where the colors, flavors, and sounds of Recife...
0.4 miNE
8°3'53"S • 34°52'26"W
Paço Alfândega, Recife
11 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre, Shop
0.5 miN
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Santa Isabel Theater, Recife
14 min walk • The Santa Isabel Theater is a cultural jewel nestled in the heart of Recife, Brazil. Inaugurated in 1850, this historic venue has been a beacon of the performing arts, witnessing the evolution of Brazilian theater and music over the centuries.
~70 ftS
Stately place for art and history exhibits
Ricardo Brennand Institute, Recife
1 min walk • Nestled within the vibrant city of Recife, Brazil, the Ricardo Brennand Institute stands as a cultural treasure and a testament to the power of private passion turned into public legacy. This sprawling museum complex, set amidst lush gardens and a replica of a medieval...
~1610 ftN
Church, Baroque architecture, Colonial architecture
Church of Our Lady of the Conception of the Military, Recife
8 min walk • The Church of Our Lady of the Conception of the Military stands as a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of Recife, Brazil. This Baroque-style Roman Catholic church, located in the bustling heart of the city, dates back to the 18th century, with its...
~530 ftN
Church, Baroque architecture
Co-Cathedral of Recife, Recife
3 min walk • The Co-Cathedral of St. Peter of Clerics Also Recife Co-Cathedral It is a Catholic church located in the city of Recife, state of Pernambuco in the South American country of Brazil.
~1790 ftW
8°4'0"S • 34°53'0"W
Train Museum, Recife
9 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
~1020 ftNW
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Baroque architecture
Nossa Senhora do Carmo, Recife
5 min walk • The Basilica and Convent of Nossa Senhora do Carmo, also called as Basilica of Recife. It is a Catholic architectural complex, belonging to the Our Lady of Mount Carmel, that is in Recife, Pernambuco State, Brazil.
~1720 ftN
8°3'51"S • 34°52'49"W
Nossa Senhora da Conceiçao dos Militares, Recife
9 min walk • Church
~1580 ftN
8°3'51"S • 34°52'42"W
Santíssimo Sacramento - Matriz de Santo Antônio, Recife
8 min walk • Church
0.6 miNW
8°3'42"S • 34°53'7"W
Parque Theater, Recife
17 min walk • Theater, Concerts and shows, Cinema

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Basilica of Our Lady of the Rock?

Nearby attractions include Ricardo Brennand Institute, Recife (1 min walk), Co-Cathedral of Recife, Recife (3 min walk), Patió de São Pedro, Recife (3 min walk), Igreja Nossa Senhora do Livramento, Recife (3 min walk).

How to get to Basilica of Our Lady of the Rock by public transport?

The nearest stations to Basilica of Our Lady of the Rock:

Bus

01, 02 e 03 • Lines: 107, 117 (5 min walk)
09 a 11 • Lines: 107 (6 min walk)

Metro

Recife • Lines: 1, 2, 3 (12 min walk)
Joana Bezerra • Lines: 1, 2, 3 (31 min walk)