Fortaleza travel guide
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You're Going to Love Fortaleza
With a population of 2,40 million, Fortaleza is the largest city in Ceará, Brazil by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Fortaleza has to offer.
When to visit Fortaleza
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Fortaleza in January, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is March, when it can get as cold as 24 °C, with an average temperature of 26 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 347 mm. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Fortaleza, with an average rainfall of 13 mm.
How to Get to Fortaleza
Plane
When flying to Fortaleza, you’ll arrive at Fortaleza Pinto Martins (FOR), which is located 6 km from the city centre.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Fortaleza, including Expresso Guanabara, FlixBus and Catedral Turismo. From Mossoró, the bus ride to Fortaleza takes 298 km and will cost you around S$ 19. From Aracati, the ticket costs about S$ 12 for a journey of 370 km. The most popular bus station is Fortaleza Terminal Rodoviário Eng. João Thomé, located 4 km from the city centre of Fortaleza. Fortaleza Praça Terminal Messejana is also a commonly used station, and is 12 km from the city centre.
Airports near Fortaleza
Airlines serving Fortaleza
Where to stay in Fortaleza
From 5-star hotels such as the Hotel Gran Marquise to great affordable options like the Hotel Flat Classic, Fortaleza offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around S$ 54 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 83 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Salve Maloca Hostel and Albergaria Hostel. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Fortaleza, with prices from S$ 14 to S$ 174 per night. Meireles is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Fortaleza are about 15% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Fortaleza
Most booked hotels in Fortaleza
Hiring a car in Fortaleza
Expect to pay S$ 1.53 per litre in Fortaleza (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 18.25 and S$ 24.34. The most frequently booked car type in Fortaleza is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Dacia Sandero or similar) is, on average, 68% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.