Praia de Iracema, Fortaleza

#12 among attractions in Fortaleza

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Facts and practical information

Praia de Iracema is a beach and a neighborhood located in the Brazilian city of Fortaleza in the state of Ceara. Its name comes from the character Iracema that gives name to a famous novel by the cearense writer José de Alencar. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 3°43'9"S, 38°30'44"W

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Praia de IracemaFortaleza Brazil

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Praia de Iracema – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. Joseph's Cathedral, Shopping Aldeota, Fortaleza de Nossa Senhora da Assunção, Praça do Ferreira.

0.9 miSW
Spiritual, Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St. Joseph's Cathedral, Fortaleza
24 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...
1.5 miSE
3°44'1"S • 38°29'49"W
Shopping Aldeota, Fortaleza
38 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
0.9 miW
Forts and castles, Military museum, Museum
Fortaleza de Nossa Senhora da Assunção, Fortaleza
24 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.
1.2 miSW
Park, Historic walking areas
Praça do Ferreira, Fortaleza
31 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.
~1730 ftW
Bridge, Piers and boardwalks
Ponte dos Ingleses, Fortaleza
9 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.
1.1 miE
3°43'29"S • 38°29'50"W
Praia de Iracema, Fortaleza
29 min walk • Beach
1.1 miSW
3°43'35"S • 38°31'36"W
Museu do Ceará, Fortaleza
29 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
1.1 miW
3°43'19"S • 38°31'43"W
Museu de Arte e Cultura Popular, Fortaleza
30 min walk • Museum, Art museum
1.2 miE
3°43'33"S • 38°29'46"W
Feirinha Beira-Mar, Fortaleza
31 min walk • Museum, Flea market, Shopping
0.6 miW
Museum
Dragão do Mar, Fortaleza
15 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.
1.3 miSW
3°43'51"S • 38°31'40"W
Memorial da Cultura Cearense, Fortaleza
34 min walk • Museum

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Praia de Iracema?

Nearby attractions include Ponte dos Ingleses, Fortaleza (9 min walk), Dragão do Mar, Fortaleza (15 min walk), Fortaleza de Nossa Senhora da Assunção, Fortaleza (24 min walk), St. Joseph's Cathedral, Fortaleza (24 min walk).

How to get to Praia de Iracema by public transport?

The nearest stations to Praia de Iracema:

Bus

Terminal Coração de Jesus (35 min walk)