Marco Zero
Praça Rio Branco (Marco Zero)
The starting point of Recife's city mileage, with a wide plaza facing the sea. Across the water on the breakwater is the Brennand Sculpture Park.
The ground of Marco Zero is paved with a giant wind rose design created by the artist Cícero Dias. The plaza is the main stage for Recife's Carnival and New Year's Eve celebrations. At the dock beside the plaza, small boats run to the sculpture park across the water, and boat tours cruise the Capibaribe River, known as the 'Venice of Brazil.' Surrounding the plaza are colonial-era buildings and the Cais do Sertão museum. Entry is free. Evening sea breezes are pleasant, but after the crowds leave at night, take care of your safety.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Embaixada dos Bonecos Gigantes
- Francisco Brennand Sculpture Park
- Paço do Frevo
- Kahal Zur Israel Synagogue
- Museu Cais do Sertão
- Recife Antigo
- Capela Dourada
- Teatro de Santa Isabel