Marco Zero (Zero Milestone)

Overview

Marco Zero is a significant monument located in the historic neighborhood of Recife Antigo. It marks the point from which the distances to other Brazilian cities are measured.

It symbolizes the geographical and historical importance of Recife as a key point in Brazil's colonial history.

Historical Cultural

Location

Address

Av. Alfredo Lisboa, Recife, Brazil

Neighborhood: Recife Antigo

Coordinates

-8.057900, -34.878600

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

tuesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

wednesday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

thursday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

friday 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

saturday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

sunday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Admission

Adults

R$10

Children

R$5

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

30 minutes

Recommended

1 hour

Full Experience

half day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• flowers
• gardens

summer

hot

• extended hours

autumn

cool

• fall colors

winter

cold

• holiday lights

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: low

• uneven surfaces

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

Brazil Real

Typical Costs

entry R$10

parking R$20

food R$30

souvenirs R$25

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 1 week
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Recife Antigo App

Size: 40 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Guararapes International Airport

Distance: 15 km

Travel Time: 30 minutes

taxi

R$80 30 min

public_transport

R$10 45 min

From City Center

Distance: 3 km

metro

R$3 15 min

bus

R$2.50 20 min

taxi

R$20 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Olá

thank_you Obrigado

where_is Onde está

how_much Quanto custa

beautiful Bonito

ticket Bilhete

Guide Languages: Portuguese, English, Spanish

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

#travel #history

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas

prohibited areas indoor exhibits

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Museu do Estado de Pernambuco

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Museum

Praça da Independência

Distance: 300m

Walking: 5 min

Type: Park

Reviews

4.5

Based on 1,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"

Contact Information

+55 81 3184 1323

info@marcozero.com

www.marcozero.com

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