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

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

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

~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...
0.8 miNW
8°3'33"S • 34°53'12"W
Shopping Boa Vista, Recife
22 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
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
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~1610 ftN
Church, Baroque architecture, Colonial architecture
Church of Our Lady of the Conception of the Military, Recife
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0.8 miNE
Observation decks and towers, Observatories and planetariums
Torre Malakoff, Recife
20 min walk • Torre Malakoff, nestled in the vibrant city of Recife, Brazil, stands as a testament to the region's rich cultural and architectural heritage. This historical tower, functioning as a planetarium, invites visitors to embark on an astronomical journey, exploring the...
0.7 miNE
Museum, Sacred and religious sites, Synagogue
Kahal Zur Israel Synagogue, Recife
19 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Recife, Brazil, the Kahal Zur Israel Synagogue stands as a testament to the rich Jewish heritage of the region. Established in the 17th century, it is recognized as the first synagogue in the Americas, a fact that makes it not just an...
1.2 miNE
Military museum, Observation decks and towers, Museum
Forte do Brum, Recife
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1.1 miNW
Universities and schools
Unicap, Recife
29 min walk • The Catholic University of Pernambuco in Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil, is a Catholic University, private and non-profit, run by the Society of Jesus.
~530 ftN
Church, Baroque architecture
Co-Cathedral of Recife, Recife
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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), Nossa Senhora do Carmo, Recife (5 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)