Basilica of Our Lady of Carmo
Basílica e Convento de Nossa Senhora do Carmo
A baroque cathedral dedicated to Our Lady of Carmo, Recife's patroness. Its gilded altars are magnificent, and it is an important religious center for the city.
The Basilica of Our Lady of Carmo honors Our Lady of Carmo, the patron of Recife. It was built in the 17th and 18th centuries and has an imposing facade. Its interior features gilded altars and Portuguese tile decoration. Every year on July 16, the feast of Our Lady is celebrated with a grand procession. Entry is free, but keep quiet during Mass. The basilica is in the Santo Antônio district, not far from the Golden Chapel and the Casa da Cultura.
Opening hours
About 07:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Pátio de São Pedro
- Mercado de São José
- Casa da Cultura de Pernambuco
- Capela Dourada
- Teatro de Santa Isabel
- Forte das Cinco Pontas
- Marco Zero
- Embaixada dos Bonecos Gigantes