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Things to see in Fortaleza (Brazil): 17 places and when to go
Fortaleza is a major city in Brazil with around 3,602,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 17 places in and around it, mainly With kids (4), Beaches (3), History (3). The best known are Praia de Iracema, Praia do Meireles and Mucuripe Lighthouse (old). 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 13 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 · -3.7481, -38.5819
- Population
- About 3,602,000
- Places
- 17 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- With kids (4) · Beaches (3) · History (3) · Nature (2) · Museums and art (2) · Architecture (1)
- Best time
- December to February and June to September.
- Also possible
- March to May and October to November.
- Nearest airport
- FOR Fortaleza, 6.4 km as the crow flies
What to see in Fortaleza
The places in and around Fortaleza, 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.
- Praia de IracemaBeaches8.8 km
- Praia do MeirelesBeach9.5 km
- Mucuripe Lighthouse (old)Lighthouse in Ceará, Brazil13 km
- Fortaleza de Nossa Senhora da AssunçãoFort in Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil6.9 km
- Ponte dos InglesesHistoric bridge in Fortaleza, Brazil8.0 km
- Cocó ParkArea of conservation and state park located in the city of Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil11 km
- Casa do PortuguêsHistory3.3 km
- Igreja Presbiteriana de FortalezaChurch building in Fortaleza, Brazil6.5 km
- Fortaleza Central MarketMarket in fortaleza7.0 km
- Museu da Imagem e do Som do CearáMuseum in Brazil8.9 km
- Museu do CearáMuseum located in Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil6.6 km
- Praia do MucuripeBeach in Ceara, Brazil10 km
- Apoena EcoparkWith kids27 km
- Itapark ClubeWith kids19 km
- Mara HopeOil tanker7.7 km
- Planetário Rubens de AzevedoPlanetarium7.5 km
- Zoológico Municipal Sargento PrataWith kids · Wildlife9.0 km
When to go to Fortaleza
The best time to visit Fortaleza 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 time12:12
- FebBest time12:07
- MarPossible12:01
- AprPossible11:55
- MayPossible11:50
- JunBest time11:47
- JulBest time11:48
- AugBest time11:53
- SepBest time11:59
- OctPossible12:05
- NovPossible12:10
- DecBest time12:13
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
There are about 12 h 13 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change. In January, 17 of the 17 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 Fortaleza
The nearest main airport is Pinto Martins International Airport (FOR, Fortaleza), 6.4 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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- Ilha de Itamaracá5 places613 km
- Lagoa Grande5 places617 km
- Recife14 places630 km
And all of Brazil, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Fortaleza?
The best known: Praia de Iracema, Praia do Meireles, Mucuripe Lighthouse (old), Fortaleza de Nossa Senhora da Assunção, Ponte dos Ingleses. In all, 17 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Fortaleza?
December to February and June to September; also possible: March to May and October to November. There are about 12 h 13 of daylight all year round: this close to the equator the days barely change.
How do you get to Fortaleza?
The nearest main airport is Pinto Martins International Airport (FOR), 6.4 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Fortaleza as the destination and these 17 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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