Best beaches in Recife

2 ranked beaches in Recife, Pernambuco

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

All beaches in Recife

1
Boa Viagem Beach
Iconic beach in Recife with beautiful sunset views.

7.0

2

Porto de Galinhas

Famous for its crystal-clear waters and natural pools.

7.0

What makes Recife's beaches stand out?

Recife sits in Pernambuco, Brazil and is home to 2 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Recife or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.