More than 1,400 drawings and 160 paintings by paintor Murillo La Greca.
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Academia Pernambucana de Letras
Constructed in 1870, this is the headquarters of a prominent literary society.
Museu da Abolição
Museum that covers the period of slavery and the abolitionist movement in 19th-century Brazil. Former plantation house. Former residence of Counsellor João Alfredo, leader of Brazil's abolitionist movement in the 19th century.
Centro Cultural Benfica
The center specializes in the "Armorial" Movement and also holds a significant portion of the pieces from the old Fine Arts School.
Museu de Arqueologia da Universidade Católica de Pernambuco
Archeological museum focused on indigenous artifacts. Located at the Catholic University of Pernambuco.
Holy Cross
Built between 1725 and 1732. Parts of the movie Lisbela e o Prisioneiro (2003) were shot in the square in front of the church.
May 13th Park
The largest green area in central Recife, with playground equipment, a petting zoo, and illuminated fountains. 24-hour security.