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Things to do in Fortaleza
Fortaleza may have started life as a Dutch stronghold, but today it’s more known for surf, sun and a personality that goes big. This northeastern Brazilian city throws cathedrals, craft markets and caipirinhas at you like it’s trying to win your affection by sheer force. The beaches are wild, the architecture is all kinds of extra and the weather forgot how to be bad — which is exactly what makes the Fortaleza port such a memorable stop along many larger and longer South American cruises.
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Shore excursions to explore in Fortaleza
This isn’t just a beach day. These excursions serve drama, architecture and actual dune buggies. Possibly in the same afternoon.
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Walking in the port area is not permitted (which is probably for the best since this is a working commercial zone, not a selfie backdrop). But once you clear the gates, it’s a quick drive into the city center where beaches, markets and colonial landmarks are ready to distract you. Downtown’s a tangle of shops and cafés, and the ocean is never far away. Princess guests on South American cruises will appreciate that the port offers easy access to excursions while keeping the actual chaos at arm’s length.
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Fortaleza doesn’t mess around. It’s got heat, color and the architectural swagger of a city that’s been rebuilt more than once (and got fancier every time). Between the Parque Estadual do Rio Cocó, the sprawling cathedral and the food scene, this city’s ready to entertain — as long as you can keep up. On cruises to Fortaleza, Princess brings you in comfortably and helps you navigate the noise.
Step into Fortaleza’s past as you peer through this weathered iron grate set into an old stone wall.
Step into the past at this weathered stone gateway, where history lingers behind iron bars.
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