I rented a car and learned to drive like a Brazilian. It is no wonder they do so well in motor racing, but driving across this bridge made it worthwhile. This fort is on top of a huge rock and slaves carried all the materials up there. You can take a bus to the top, but I hiked, as I... More

great place to find yourself and meditate ! The view is wonderfull, It is a holy place for sure, i really recomend it.

This is a convent built in 1558. There is a small but pretty chappel at the top, but the views are just breathtaking! On one side you can see Victoria, the state capital and on the other side, Vila Velha and the Atlantic Ocean! Go by taxi to the entrance gate and from there it costs R$ 3 to get... More

if you come to Vitoria, this is THE place to visit. not so easy to get there, as it is in the Velha part. By taxi quite expensive as you have to cross the bridge. Being cheap, I took the buss at the stop before the bridge, crossed the bridge by bus, and walked from there (you can't miss), the... More

The Convento da Penha is a magical place, regardless of religious choice of the traveler. Not only for the beautiful view over the cities of Vitoria and Vila Velha, but also to think about the 500 years of its history. I recommend that the traveler, if you are in good health, go walking by the old road. He will have... More

The convent is really interesting from a cultural side. Interesting with its history and all but like the majority of people who visited I too need to say that the most 2 beautiful things that made this vist worth it are the view from the convent where you can see all Vila Velha, terceira ponte, it si absolutely marvellous, you... More

You have to walk a bit (up a hill), but the view is fantastic! There is a cafeteria there, but don't expect too much. Refreshments, simple bite, coffe, and that's it.

My favorite way to get to the convent is to drive to the base, leave the car and walk up. Walking up the path gives you the opportunity to see the giant Carangajeira spiders and monkeys (not that one is lucky enough to get a glimpse every time). As you climb higher and higher up the cobblestone path you begin... More