Fortaleza

Fortaleza, a host city for Brazil’s 2014 World Cup, is the capital city of the state of Ceará. It has been a popular tourist destination in South America for years with beautiful beaches, great dining, and electric parties. Because of this carnivalesque atmosphere, this vibrant city is known for its native forró style dancing and music, which is quickly becoming one of the most popular cultural practices in all of Brazil. A Fortaleza tour guide will inform you that though there are a plethora of beaches in Fortaleza, each one offers something unique to visitors. At Mucuripe watch the famous Brazilian jangada boats navigate the sea with their catches of fish, or even take a boat ride! Praia do Futuro is more of a classic beach, perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and is home to tons of surfers and surfing rentals. For the evenings, make sure to head to Iracema to revel in the most active nightlife scene in all of Fortaleza. A short drive east of Fortaleza is the famous Morro Branco, where one can hike through a beautiful collection of colored sand formations known as the Brazilian Grand Canyon. The beaches and outdoor beauty are definitely the biggest draws to Fortaleza, for other cultural experiences, check out the elegant Cathedral, or go shopping at Iguatemi. Whether to party, have a go at the water sports, or have a charming afternoon in the city, Fortaleza offers any kind of experience imaginable.