Landmark
Fortaleza de Santa Teresa
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Fortaleza de Santa Teresa is a well-preserved stone fortress built by the Portuguese in the 1760s and later held by the Spanish. Perched on a hill within Santa Teresa National Park, it offers panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and surrounding parkland. Inside, visitors can explore ramparts, dungeons, and a small museum displaying colonial artifacts and military history. The fortress is a testament to the region's strategic importance during the colonial era.
Don't miss
- Climb the ramparts for 360-degree views of the coast and park
- Explore the museum's collection of weapons and colonial-era objects
- Walk the fortress walls and imagine life in the 18th century
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Fortaleza de Santa Teresa
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way in3 Beaches in 1 Day Tour Leaving Fortaleza4.8★ · 2,024 travelers11–12 hoursFree cancellationFrom$13 per personSee dates →
Best full dayTransfer from Fortaleza to Jericoacoara4.9★ · 943 travelers5–6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$33 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleCityTour Rio de Janeiro -Christ Redemptor-Santa Teresa- Escadaria5★ · 27 travelers2–4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$118 per personSee dates →More attractions in Punta Del Diablo