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Brazil

Vila Velha / Sunlit laughter, sandy adventures await

MeowScore 😼80/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😻
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

July

Humpback whale watching season. 🐋🌊

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january

Visit Vila Velha for its warm weather and beautiful beaches!

🎉
february

February is Carnival time in Vila Velha! Join the colorful festivities!

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march

Explore the historic site of Convento da Penha and enjoy cooler temperatures. 🏰

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april

Go hiking in Parque Estadual da Fonte Grande and witness stunning waterfalls! 🌄

🐤
may

May is the perfect month to visit Vila Velha's bird sanctuary, Parque Municipal Morro da Pescaria! 🐦

🍲
june

Experience local culture at Festa de São João with food, dance, and music! 🎵

🌊
july

Catch a glimpse of humpback whales off the coast of Vila Velha! 🐋

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august

Watch the sunset at Praia da Costa and enjoy water sports! 🌇

🏊
september

Relax on Vila Velha's quiet beaches after peak tourist season. 🏖️

🐢
october

Witness sea turtle hatching events and watch adorable baby turtles make their way to the ocean! 🐢

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november

Explore the vibrant underwater world of Vila Velha with diving and snorkeling! 🐠

🎁
december

Celebrate Christmas with fireworks and beautiful decorations in the city! 🎄🎆

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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From the point of view of a visiting cat, the economical situation in Vila Velha is fair. Prices are not super cheap nor extremely expensive. There are options for all budgets, but some tourist attractions may be pricey.

To save money, consider trying street food or visiting local markets for souvenirs instead of tourist shops.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

beach getaway

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

beach getaway

Short stay to enjoy the beaches and natural beauty.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Credit cards are widely accepted. Splitting the bill is common. Cash is also accepted.

internet situation

meh Speed

Relatively slow, compared to developed nations

great Availability

Broadband internet is widely available

great Cellular

Good cellular coverage across the city

Electric socket type B

Common in North and Central America. Safer because of grounding pin, mind voltage differences.

BRL

1 BRL =
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biking hostile

Limited bike lanes

walkable -ish

Mixed infrastructure

LGBTQ tolerated

Some progress made

Sunbathe on sandy shores with your furry friends, letting your whiskers enjoy the warm Brazilian sun while your paws dig into gentle waves.

Explore the cat-ivating Penha Convent, perched high on pawsome cliffs, as you bush your tail along paths whiskering up the essence of history.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Parque Municipal da Fazendinha
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Shopping Praia da Costa
🌄
Morro do Moreno
☀️
Praia da Costa
🙏
Convento da Penha

The mainstream

🌳
Parque Municipal da Fazendinha

A peaceful park with a lake, walking trails, and picnic areas. A great place for cats to relax and recharge their batteries.

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Shopping Praia da Costa

A large shopping mall with a variety of stores and restaurants. A perfect place for cats to indulge in some retail therapy.

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Morro do Moreno

A hill overlooking the city and the ocean, with a lighthouse and a hiking trail leading to the top. An adventurous cat's dream destination.

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☀️
Praia da Costa

A long and wide beach dotted with palm trees and surrounded by high-rise buildings. A popular destination for sun-seeking cats.

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🙏
Convento da Penha

A beautiful convent perched atop a hill, with stunning views of the city and ocean. A must-visit for any cat in Vila Velha.

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Off the beaten path

🐆🏞️
Parque Estadual de Itapuã
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Mercado Municipal de Vila Velha
🚂🖼️
Museu Vale
🌊🏖️
Praia da Sereia
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Convento da Penha

Off the beaten path

🐆🏞️
Parque Estadual de Itapuã

A cat-tastic park with hiking trails that lead to waterfalls, caves, and panoramic views. Don't forget to bring insect repellent and binoculars.

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🍴🍹
Mercado Municipal de Vila Velha

A paw-lace to sample local flavors, from freshly caught fish to exotic fruits. Don't miss the tapioca stand and the sugar cane juice.

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🚂🖼️
Museu Vale

This art and history museum is housed in a former train station and tells the story of Vale do Rio Doce, from the geologic formation to the mining industry.

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🌊🏖️
Praia da Sereia

A paw-some secluded beach with warm waters and green cliffs that keep the crowds away. Great for sunbathing, swimming, and exploring the coves.

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🐾🏰
Convento da Penha

This cat-thedral built in 1558 atop a cliff offers stunning views of the coast & Vitoria. A peaceful place to reflect and admire the architecture.

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biking hostile

Limited bike lanes

walkable -ish

Mixed infrastructure

LGBTQ tolerated

Some progress made

Mindful meoweler tips

Awe-inspiring Convent Chapel

Visit the 16th-century Our Lady of the Rosary chapel with stunning frescoes and intricate wood carving. There's even a ghost story!

Tasty street food

Try the local delicacies while strolling along the beach promenade, including tapioca crepes and skewered shrimp.

Eco-friendly beach

Praia da Costa has a blue flag for its clean waters and eco-initiatives, including showers powered by solar and wind energy.

Useful external sites

www.visitbrasil.com/en

Visit Brazil↗

Official tourism website of Brazil

www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g2367594-Vila_Velha_State_of_Espirito_Santo-Vacations.html

TripAdvisor↗

Platform for finding tourist attractions, accommodations, and reviews

www.lonelyplanet.com/brazil/vila-velha

Lonely Planet↗

Travel guidebook and website

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