About Fortaleza
Fortaleza is one of Brazil's major cities, home to around 2,400,000 people.
Best time
The dry season (roughly May–September) is ideal
Weather
From highland cool to tropical warmth
Experiences
Things to do in Fortaleza
1
Metropolitan Cathedral of Fortaleza
2
Iracema Statue
3
Beach Park
Budget travel
Free things to do in Fortaleza
Metropolitan Cathedral of Fortaleza
Beach Park
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Metropolitan Cathedral of Fortaleza
- Visit Iracema Statue
- Visit Beach Park
- Eat at Bebelu
Where to eat
Local favourites
Bebelu
A local (Ceara state) fast food chain — locations all around the city. Brazilian-style sandwiches and salads.
La Massa
Restaurante Boa Mistura
Bar e Restaurante O Cazuza
Acarajé da Ieda
Sabará Restaurante
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $
Hotel Caxambu
Modern and well-equipped. Rooms with TV and A/C
- $
Hotel Pousada Pedra do Sal
Refurbished 2010. Basic rooms with TV, private bathroom with shower and A/C. There’s free Wi-Fi in all public areas and buffet breakfast.
- $$$
Ibis Fortaleza
Just up from Holiday Inn at Historiador Raimundo Girao. Convenient for online booking and cancelling. Similar to other Ibis hotels around th
- $
Hotel Porto Futuro
Large rooms with balconies, most with a view to the ocean. Rates include airport transfer, Wi-Fi and breakfast.
- $
Pousada Villa Marina
Accommodation in large apartments, with bathroom and shower, TV, minibar and phone. Breakfast and Wi-Fi included in the rate. Secure private
Shopping
- Pão de Açúcar
- Mercado São Sebastião
- Sebo O Geraldo
- Shopping Aldeota
- Shopping Del Passeo
- Shopping Iguatemi
Nightlife
- Internacional
- Forró do Pirata
- Café Santa Clara
- Armazem
- Órbita Bar
- Donna Santa
Museums & culture
- Metropolitan Cathedral of Fortaleza
In pictures
Fortaleza gallery
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