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7 Days in Fortaleza: Sun, Sand, and Adventure

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amanda cidade

6 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 7-day journey through the vibrant city of Fortaleza, Brazil. From stunning beaches to cultural landmarks, this itinerary has it all. Discover hidden gems, soak up the sun, and immerse yourself in the rich history and natural beauty of Fortaleza.

Trip to Fortaleza

Day 1Beach Bliss and Park Adventures
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$115

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$ 8

Ideal Praia Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Park Adahil Barreto
Play areas, dog walks & CocĂł River views in a tree-shaded suburban park popular for family picnics.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Casa de José de Alencar
Exhibits & events showcased in the small house where an iconic 19th-century writer once lived.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
24 - 29 min

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Beach Park
Major resort with a waterpark with thrill rides, a stretch of natural beach, family hotels & dining.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$102
30 - 36 min

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Praia do Futuro
Seaside swimming locale with beach chairs & umbrellas available, plus food vendors & eateries.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$13
Day 2Parks, Plazas, and Cultural Delights
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$5

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$ 5

Ideal Praia Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

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Praça Luíza Távora
Green plaza with creatively designed play areas, a restored train car & frequent craft fairs.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Parque Rio Branco
Urban park with cycling paths shaded by tall trees, plus occasional concerts at an outdoor theater.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Parque Estadual do CocĂł
Conservation land containing threatened species of plant and animal life, with boat tours & trails.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Ceará Image and Sound Museum
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$5
Day 3Statues, Museums, and Freedom Park
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$10

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$ 4

Ideal Praia Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

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Guardian Iracema Statue
This beachfront statue honors a legendary indigenous figure popularized by a 19th-century novel.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Museu da Cultura Cearense
Museum honoring the culture of Ceará with exhibits on ancient pottery, cowboy life & more.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$5
10 - 15 min

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Industry Museum
Exhibits on the industrial history of Ceará, from colonial leather production to the present.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$5
11 - 16 min

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Parque da Liberdade Fortaleza
Small park with palm-lined footpaths, gazebos & play equipment, set around an ornamental lake.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
Day 4Nature's Wonders and Wildlife Encounters
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$5

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$ 8

Ideal Praia Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Directions

Parque Rachel de Queiroz
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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Parque Botânico do Ceará
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Ecopoint
Ecological park with many animals & birds, plus swimming facilities & live kids’ performances.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
24 - 29 min

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Sargento Prata City Zoo
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$5
Day 5History, Parks, and Vibrant Squares
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$5

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$ 7

Ideal Praia Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Museu do Ceará
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$5
22 - 27 min

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Planet Park
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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José de Alencar Square
Palm-dotted open space named after the eminent Brazilian novelist & home to an early-1900s theater.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Praça General Tiburcio
Leafy square with an 18th-century church & a statue of writer Rachel de Queiroz sitting on a bench.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
Day 6Photography, Mausoleums, and Stargazing
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$5

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$ 7

Ideal Praia Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Museu da Fotografia
Extensive private photography collection on display in a striking, contemporary building.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$5
9 - 11 min

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Castelo Branco Mausoleum
Unique mausoleum that appears to be floating & once held the remains of a former president.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Planetário Rubens de Azevedo
Modern, family-friendly planetarium featuring digital sessions about various astronomical subjects.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Praia de Iracema
Sandy beach in a populous urban district with a long pier, prominent sculpture & a promenade.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
Day 7Coastal Promenade, Japanese Garden, and Floral Haven
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$0

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$ 5

Ideal Praia Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 10 min

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Aterro da Praia de Iracema
Street food, sculptures & bars on a promenade & breakwater lining a sandy stretch of reclaimed land.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Jardim JaponĂŞs
Intimate garden with traditional Japanese landscaping, water features & architecture.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Parque BisĂŁo
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Praça das Flores - Bosque (Dr. Carlos Alberto Studart Gomes)
Urban square shaded by tall trees, with a playground, sports courts & colorful flower stalls.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $185 In total

Activities & Food:$145
Transport:$41