Martyrs Square (Public Drive), Fortaleza

Name: Martyrs Square (Public Drive)
Address: Fortaleza, Brazil

#15 among attractions in Fortaleza

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Praça dos Mártires, also known as Passeio Público, is the oldest square in the city of Fortaleza, Ceará. Besides the beautiful view of the sea, the square has as natural attractions several centennial trees, such as the famous baobab planted by Senator Pompeu in 1910. Its current name was defined on January 11, 1879 by the City Council of Fortaleza.

Coordinates: 3°43'22"S, 38°31'35"W

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Regional II (Centro)Fortaleza Brazil

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Day trips

Martyrs Square (Public Drive) – 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, Praça do Ferreira.

~1000 ftSE
Spiritual, Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St. Joseph's Cathedral, Fortaleza
5 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...
0.5 miSW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Theatro José de Alencar, Fortaleza
13 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.
~480 ftE
Forts and castles, Military museum, Museum
Fortaleza de Nossa Senhora da Assunção, Fortaleza
3 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.
~1720 ftS
Park, Historic walking areas
Praça do Ferreira, Fortaleza
9 min walk • 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.
0.7 miNE
Bridge, Piers and boardwalks
Ponte dos Ingleses, Fortaleza
19 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.
~1320 ftS
3°43'35"S • 38°31'36"W
Museu do Ceará, Fortaleza
7 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
~860 ftW
3°43'19"S • 38°31'43"W
Museu de Arte e Cultura Popular, Fortaleza
5 min walk • Museum, Art museum
1.3 miSE
Sport venue, Sport
Ginásio Paulo Sarasate, Fortaleza
33 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.
0.4 miE
Museum
Dragão do Mar, Fortaleza
11 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.
0.6 miS
3°43'51"S • 38°31'40"W
Memorial da Cultura Cearense, Fortaleza
15 min walk • Museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Martyrs Square (Public Drive)?

Nearby attractions include Fortaleza de Nossa Senhora da Assunção, Fortaleza (3 min walk), Museu de Arte e Cultura Popular, Fortaleza (5 min walk), St. Joseph's Cathedral, Fortaleza (5 min walk), Museu do Ceará, Fortaleza (7 min walk).

How to get to Martyrs Square (Public Drive) by public transport?

The nearest stations to Martyrs Square (Public Drive):

Metro

José de Alencar • Lines: Sul (13 min walk)
Central - Chico da Silva • Lines: Sul (17 min walk)

Bus

Terminal Coração de Jesus (17 min walk)
Terminal São Benedito (27 min walk)

Light rail

Tirol - Moura Brasil • Lines: Oeste (20 min walk)