São José Travel Guide
Recife
Popular places to visit
Muro Alto Beach
Set on Brazil’s glorious northeastern coastline, this beach is the place to idle about on the soft sand and swim in the transparent water.
Maracaipe Beach
Ride big waves, swim in tidal pools and spot seahorses at this alluring beach in the southern region of Ipojuca.
Boa Viagem Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Boa Viagem Beach during your travels in Recife?
Praça Rio Branco
Find out about the history of Recife with a stop at Praça Rio Branco. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Merepe Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Merepe Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Recife. Wander the clear-water beaches or discover the area's coral reefs.
Calhetas Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Calhetas Beach during your travels in Recife?
Things to do
Full Day Tour To Porto De Galinhas
Porto de Galinhas Tour from Maragogi by Top Tours
Day Trip to Porto de Galinhas from Recife
City Tour of Olinda Including Instituto Ricardo Brennand
Top hotels in São José
Novotel Recife Marina
Very nice hotel with lots of potential. I think it may be new and there are small amounts of professionalism and quality lacking. For instance I asked many times for small things in the room (more coffee pods or water) and staff forgot. The room service was slow. Only the front desk speak any language ...
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025
Flats no Parque do Cais Recife
Roomo Transamerica Recife Parque do Cais
Razoável
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025
BEACH CLASS CONVENTION BY MAI
Had a great experience, with a good location near the beach, restaurants and staff who were attentive and professional. The room was comfortable, well maintained, and cool, breakfast was fresh and varied, and I would happily stay here again.
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Kastel Manibu Recife - Boa Viagem
Amazing . Good was fantastic
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Rede Andrade Vela Branca
Viviana foi extremamente humana e nos deixou entrar antes do horário do check in pois explicamos à ela que eu precisava de dormir por algumas horas pois estava saindo do hospital. O quarto estava bem limpo, mas o banheiro apesar de limpo, precisa de uma melhoria para ficar mais novinho, mas tudo ...
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around São José
Ilha do Leite
Ilha do Leite is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Recife area, you might plan a trip to IMIP Museum or Estádio Adelmar da Costa Carvalho.
Boa Vista
Travellers like the theatres in Boa Vista, and Rua da Aurora is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Recife Antigo
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Recife Antigo. You might want to make time for a stop at Recife Port or Praça Rio Branco.
Pina
Pina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pina Beach and Shopping RioMar.
Santo Amaro
You'll enjoy the museums and shopping in Santo Amaro. You might want to make time for a stop at Rua da Aurora or Shopping Tacaruna.
Imbiribeira
If you're spending time in Imbiribeira, check out sights like Lagoa do Araçá or Geraldão and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Antonio Falcao Station or Shopping Station.
