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Igarassu
Spend a half‑day in Igarassu: see the 16th‑century Cosme e Damião church and the Franciscan monastery, then relax on Gamboa beach.
Igarassu sits 26 km north of Recife on BR‑101. Its historic centre holds Brazil’s oldest church and a large Baroque painting collection. The town is small enough for a half‑day visit, with beach options nearby. Use Recife as a base and add Igarassu as a day‑trip.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
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- Currency
- BRL
- Best months
- Sep–Feb (dry, mild temperatures)
- avoid Mar–Aug (rainy season, hotter)
- Airport
- REC
- Nights
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- South America ↗Above 2,500 m (Bogotá, Quito, Cusco, La Paz) keep the first day light; sleep lower where you can (Sacred Valley before Cusco) and descend if headache comes with vomiting or confusion.
- South America ↗A yellow fever certificate is required on arrival in French Guiana, and asked for on some routes into Bolivia, Paraguay, Suriname and Guyana, or when arriving from Amazon areas — vaccinate at least 10 days before travel and carry the card.
- South America ↗Overnight buses are the norm in Argentina, Chile and Peru, but pick top-tier companies and keep valuables on your body; on-board thefts from overhead racks are the common loss.
- Brazil ↗US, Canadian and Australian citizens need an e-visa (about US$81 — check) applied for online at the official VFS portal before travel; EU and UK citizens do not. Check your passport with Brazil's Ministry of Foreign Affairs before booking.
- Brazil ↗Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for many areas, including the Amazon and Pantanal; check with a travel clinic at least 10 days before travel.
- Brazil ↗Keep your phone out of sight in the street and on beaches; phone theft is the most common crime against visitors in big cities.
- Brazil ↗Carnival 2027 runs about 5–10 February (Tuesday 9 February; Salvador from 4 February): book Rio, Salvador and Recife/Olinda months ahead or avoid those dates.
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Igarassu190 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Igarassu, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Brazilian real (BRL, R$).Brazil-wide
- SIM or eSIMVivo, Claro and TIM cover the country; buying a prepaid SIM needs a passport and sometimes a CPF — an eSIM before you fly is easier.Brazil-wide
- Tap waterDo not drink tap water; filtered water is provided in most homes and hotels.Brazil-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 10% service (serviço) usually on the bill; optional but normal.Brazil-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/N. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 127 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Brazil-wide
- SafetyIgarassu is generally safe; keep valuables hidden on beaches and use registered taxis.
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- RestroomsPut toilet paper in the bin, not the toilet, in most places.Brazil-wide
- Emergency numbers190 police · 192 ambulance · 193 fire (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysCarnival shuts many businesses for several days; museums often close on Mondays.Brazil-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportREC Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport (26 km (16 mi) south, reachable by bus or taxi).REC Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport (16 mi (26 km) south, reachable by bus or taxi).
- Getting aroundLocal buses run along BR‑101; taxis and rideshare are common.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a local caféR$5–8 (≈ US$1–2)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (3.1 mi (5 km))R$30–45 (≈ US$6–9)
- Metro or bus rideBus ticket Recife‑IgarassuR$8–12 (≈ US$2–3)
- Budget bedPousada room (double), a night, per roomR$180 (≈ US$35)
- Mid-range bedHotel room (double), a night, per roomR$400 (≈ US$75)
- High-end bedHotel room (double), a night, per roomR$650 (≈ US$130)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget R$120 (≈ US$25) · Mid R$200 (≈ US$40) · High R$350 (≈ US$65)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- REC Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport (26 km (16 mi) south, reachable by bus or taxi)REC Guararapes–Gilberto Freyre International Airport (16 mi (26 km) south, reachable by bus or taxi)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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Feb
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31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
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31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Apr
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May
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32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jun
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31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Jul
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30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
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Oct
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Nov
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Dec
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30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Best: Sep–Feb. Avoid: Mar–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jan (22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C) low), wettest Jul (16 rain days), driest Feb (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Igarassu: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
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Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Local buses run along BR‑101; taxis and rideshare are common. Walk between the two main historic sites (≈5 min).
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Recife
goDoor to door: ≈45 min total
Bus or taxi, ~30 min via BR‑101
Recife offers museums, markets and nightlife; easy return same day.
Itamaracá Island
cautionDoor to door: ≈2 h round‑trip
Bus to Igarassu (15 min) then ferry, total ~1 h 15 min
Ferry schedule varies; check times.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Hotel Gavoa Praia
Beachfront, simple rooms; good for a night after a beach day
Pousada Vale do Monjope
Quiet inland option, near historic sites
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- R$120–180 (≈ US$25–35) excl. bed
- Mid
- R$200–300 (≈ US$40–60) excl. bed
- High
- R$350 (≈ US$65)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hotel room (double)1 × 1 night × R$400 | R$400 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × R$200 | R$400 |
| Bus round‑trip Recife‑Igarassu2 × R$15 · check | R$30 |
| Beach boat tour to Coroa do Avião2 × R$70 · check | R$140 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | R$97 |
| Trip total≈ R$534 per person per day, bed included | R$1,067≈ US$200 |
2026 estimate in Brazilian real; flights and long‑distance bus not included.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a local café | R$5–8 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Meal (fish or meat with sides) | R$20–35 (≈ US$4–7) |
| Taxi (5 km) | R$30–45 (≈ US$6–9) |
| Bus ticket Recife‑Igarassu | R$8–12 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Beach boat ride (round‑trip) | R$60–80 (≈ US$12–15) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Check opening hours of the church and monastery (often 8 AM–5:30 PM weekdays, 9 AM–4 PM weekends).Check opening hours of the church and monastery (often 8 AM–5:30 AM PM weekdays, 9 AM–4 PM weekends).
- Summer rains can make beach access slippery; bring waterproof shoes.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 190
- Ambulance
- 192
- Fire
- 193
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Emergency
- Police190
- Ambulance192
- Fire193
Embassy
US consulate in Recife (check address); other nations use the embassy in Brasília.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Recife → Igarassu bus: about R$10 (≈ US$2), 30 min (check)
- Taxi Recife → Igarassu: R$35–50 (≈ US$7–10), 30 min
Say or show
- Desculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (des-koo-pe)
- Obrigado — Thank you (oh-bree-ga-do)
- Quanto custa? — How much is it? (kwahn-toh koos-tah)
- Onde fica o banheiro? — Where is the bathroom? (ohn-deh fee-kah oo bahn-yay-roh)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Igarassu. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Sep–Feb (dry, mild temperatures) · avoid Mar–Aug (rainy season, hotter) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a beach‑day package (boat to Coroa do Avião) for longer stays.
- Combine with a historic‑site tour of nearby Caruaru for a full day.
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