Praça do Ferreira, Fortaleza

Name: Praça do Ferreira
Address: Rua Major Facundo, Fortaleza, Brazil

#9 among attractions in Fortaleza

Park, Relax in park, Historic walking areas

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Facts and practical information

Praça do Ferreira is a square located in the center of the city of Fortaleza, capital of the state of Ceará. It has an area of 7,603 square meters.

Elevation: 108 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 3°43'39"S, 38°31'38"W

Address

Rua Major FacundoRegional II (Centro)Fortaleza Brazil

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Day trips

Praça do Ferreira – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. Joseph's Cathedral, Theatro José de Alencar, Fortaleza de Nossa Senhora da Assunção, Ponte dos Ingleses.

~1450 ftNE
Spiritual, Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St. Joseph's Cathedral, Fortaleza
8 min walk • St. Joseph's Cathedral, a remarkable landmark in the heart of Fortaleza, Brazil, stands as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage and architectural grandeur. This majestic church serves not only as a place of worship but also as a cultural icon that attracts...
~1600 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Theatro José de Alencar, Fortaleza
8 min walk • Theatro José de Alencar stands as a cultural beacon in the heart of Fortaleza, Brazil. This architectural gem, inaugurated on June 17, 1910, is named after the famous Brazilian writer José Martiniano de Alencar, who hailed from the state of Ceará.
~1950 ftNE
Forts and castles, Military museum, Museum
Fortaleza de Nossa Senhora da Assunção, Fortaleza
10 min walk • Fortaleza de Nossa Senhora da Assunção stands as a historical bastion in the heart of Fortaleza, Brazil. This robust fortress, which has become a symbol of the city, was constructed in 1649 by the Dutch, who named it Fort Schoonenborch.
1 miNE
Bridge, Piers and boardwalks
Ponte dos Ingleses, Fortaleza
25 min walk • The Ponte dos Ingleses, renamed by Cearans as Ponte Metálica, is located on Praia de Iracema, Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil. It was a project to improve the port structure of Fortaleza.
1.3 miSW
Universities and schools, Specialty museum, Art museum
Federal University of Ceará, Fortaleza
33 min walk • The Federal University of Ceará is a federal university with campuses in the cities of Fortaleza, Sobral, Barbalha, Russas, Quixadá and Crateús, in the state of Ceará, Brazil. UFC is a public and tuition-free university, with several academic programs in most areas of knowledge.
~450 ftNE
3°43'35"S • 38°31'36"W
Museu do Ceará, Fortaleza
3 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
0.4 miN
3°43'19"S • 38°31'43"W
Museu de Arte e Cultura Popular, Fortaleza
10 min walk • Museum, Art museum
1.3 miSW
3°44'38"S • 38°32'14"W
Praça João Gentil, Fortaleza
34 min walk • Park
1.1 miSE
Sport venue, Sport
Ginásio Paulo Sarasate, Fortaleza
28 min walk • Ginásio Paulo Sarasate is an indoor sporting arena located in Fortaleza, Brazil. The capacity of the arena is 10,000 spectators and opened in 1971. It hosts indoor sporting events such as basketball and volleyball, and also hosts concerts.
0.6 miNE
Museum
Dragão do Mar, Fortaleza
16 min walk • The Dragão do Mar Center of Art And Culture is a government funded cultural center in Fortaleza, Ceará in Brazil. The center contains facilities for exhibitions, a theatre, a library, a cinema and a planetarium. The center was inaugurated in April 1999, and has an overall area of 33 000 m².
~1190 ftS
3°43'51"S • 38°31'40"W
Memorial da Cultura Cearense, Fortaleza
6 min walk • Museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Praça do Ferreira?

Nearby attractions include Museu do Ceará, Fortaleza (3 min walk), Memorial da Cultura Cearense, Fortaleza (6 min walk), St. Joseph's Cathedral, Fortaleza (8 min walk), Theatro José de Alencar, Fortaleza (8 min walk).

How to get to Praça do Ferreira by public transport?

The nearest stations to Praça do Ferreira:

Bus

Terminal Coração de Jesus (9 min walk)
Terminal São Benedito (19 min walk)

Metro

José de Alencar • Lines: Sul (10 min walk)
São Benedito • Lines: Sul (15 min walk)

Light rail

Tirol - Moura Brasil • Lines: Oeste (23 min walk)