Top Fortaleza Art & Culture

Take to the streets of Fortaleza and discover hidden gems that only the locals know. Follow your guide through neighborhoods to interesting and picturesque places well worth visiting, and hear about their history and stories from the perspective of a local resident. Choose where you’d like to go or the sorts of things you’d like to see and leave the route planning up to your guide.

Your guide will take you and your group of six or fewer on a city tour of Fortaleza today. You’ll visit several places along the way, including Dragão do Mar Centro de Arte e Cultura, where you can visit the planetarium, the museum, the amphitheater, sculptures, historic houses, as well as the market, cathedral, and fort. This is a packed half day exploring the city.

This excursion is uniquely significant as it marks the first-ever colonial tour in Ceará, offering a deep dive into the region's rich history. Aquiraz, founded in 1699, is one of the oldest colonial cities, showcasing stunning architecture and cultural landmarks. By visiting sites like the Igreja de São José de Ribamar and the Museu da Cachaça, participants gain invaluable insights into the historical and cultural evolution of Ceará. The excursion provides an immersive experience, combining storytelling with local traditions, making it a remarkable journey that highlights the essence of Ceará’s heritage and the enduring legacy of its colonial past.

Remote, and with no paved roads, visiting Jericoacoara National Park requires a 4WD, and insider knowledge, which makes visiting on your own difficult. This guided day tour from Fortaleza simplifies your logistics, and allows you to visit the park’s highlights, including Paradise Lagoon, the Blue Hole, Pedra Furada, and Sunset Dune, all in one day.