Joao Pessoa Travel Guide

Joao Pessoa is quiet Brazilian city, located right under the Equator. The city has a nice atmosphere and is relatively safe for travellers, even though caution is always advised. Less than two hours from hot spots like Natal and Recife, Joao Pessoa is still less touristical and for that, much cheaper to visit and shop! The bus system is pretty good, but car rentals or taxis are always a good option. There are many nice malls, and an entire building dedicated to local handcraft where yuo can buy unique and pretty cheap gifts for people at home. Tambau and Manaira are nice beaches about 15 minutes from the city center where you can just sit and enjoy the sun with a chilly caipirinha!  Don´t forget to visit the pretty beaches outside of the city like Jacuma or Coqueirinho, you´ll feel like you´re lost in paradise. Watching the sunset in Jacaré is an absolute MUST. There are many bars and restaurants in the area and when the moment approaches, they all play Ravel´s bolero while we just gasp!Romantic and unique! The city also has some historical buildings, like the convent of  Sao Francisco, famous for it´s barroque ceiling.  Joao Pessoa might not be in most Brazilian guides, but I definitely reccomend it! Go, before everyone finds out about it!   

JP is an unfriendly and dirty city. When my wife and I arrived the city, we were attacked by juveniles armed with apples (!). We found a ok hotel in the city centre and left for Olinda the very next day.

Do not stay in this city!

If you like warm places and enjoy the hot ocean water.. you have to visit this place ! Love it !