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Things to see in João Pessoa, Paraíba (Brazil): 16 places and when to go
João Pessoa, Paraíba is a city in Brazil with around 956,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 16 places in and around it, mainly History (5), Architecture (3), Beaches (2). The best known are Ponta do Seixas, Cabo Branco Lighthouse and Tambaba. The best time to come is December to February and June to September; also possible: March to May and October to November. There are about 12 h 25 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Brazil · -7.0992, -34.878
- Population
- About 956,000
- Places
- 16 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (5) · Architecture (3) · Beaches (2) · Temples (2) · Hot springs (2) · Nature (1)
- Best time
- December to February and June to September.
- Also possible
- March to May and October to November.
- Nearest airport
- REC Recife, 115 km as the crow flies
What to see in João Pessoa, Paraíba
The places in and around João Pessoa, Paraíba, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Ponta do SeixasCape in Brazil, easternmost point of South America11 km
- Cabo Branco LighthouseLighthouse in Paraíba, Brazil11 km
- TambabaNudist beach in Brazil31 km
- Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of the Snows, João PessoaChurch building in João Pessoa, Brazil1.9 km
- Forte de Santa CatarinaFort in Brazil15 km
- Church of Our Lady of MercyJoão Pessoa, Paraíba, Brazil2.3 km
- Baia da TraicaoLighthouse in Paraíba, Brazil48 km
- Pedra Seca LighthouseLighthouse in Paraíba, Brazil17 km
- Casarão de AzulejosBuilding in João Pessoa, Brazil2.0 km
- Fortim da Baía da TraiçãoHistory48 km
- Hotel GloboFormer hotel and museum in João Pessoa, Paraíba1.9 km
- Palácio da RedençãoHistory2.6 km
- Arapuca beachBrazilian beach, located in the municipality of Conde, in the state of Paraíba30 km
- Aquário João PessoaWith kids · Wildlife2.3 km
- Rio da UsinaHot spring bath16 km
- Rio de TapiraHot spring bath16 km
When to go to João Pessoa, Paraíba
The best time to visit João Pessoa, Paraíba is December to February and June to September; also possible: March to May and October to November. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time12:22
- FebBest time12:13
- MarPossible12:03
- AprPossible11:51
- MayPossible11:41
- JunBest time11:35
- JulBest time11:37
- AugBest time11:46
- SepBest time11:58
- OctPossible12:10
- NovPossible12:20
- DecBest time12:25
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
There are about 12 h 25 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. In January, 16 of the 16 places are at their best.
When to go to Brazil in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to João Pessoa, Paraíba
The nearest main airport is Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC, Recife), 115 km as the crow flies. How to get around Brazil (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Ilha de Itamaracá5 places79 km
- Recife14 places109 km
- Natal, Rio Grande do Norte15 places152 km
- Maceió5 places296 km
- Fernando de Noronha8 places454 km
- Aracaju11 places490 km
And all of Brazil, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in João Pessoa, Paraíba?
The best known: Ponta do Seixas, Cabo Branco Lighthouse, Tambaba, Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of the Snows, João Pessoa, Forte de Santa Catarina. In all, 16 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit João Pessoa, Paraíba?
December to February and June to September; also possible: March to May and October to November. There are about 12 h 25 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change.
How do you get to João Pessoa, Paraíba?
The nearest main airport is Recife/Guararapes - Gilberto Freyre International Airport (REC), 115 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with João Pessoa, Paraíba as the destination and these 16 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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