Fortress of Santa Cruz da Barra Expedition

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If you like to visit historical places, this is the activity for you. The Fortress of Santa Cruz da Barra is a unique historic site in Brazil, with a cornerstone in the year 1555. Its walls were built with cut stones and laid by hand, with an area of ​​more than 7 thousand square meters. With a collection of 45 cannons from the 18th and 19th centuries and a chapel from 1612 with an image of Santa Barbara dating back to the eighteenth century, the fortress is located next to the entrance channel to the Guanabara Bay, through which all vessels arriving at the port of Rio de Janeiro pass and will provide a privileged view of Rio and Niteroi. The natural beauty of the surroundings would be enough to have an unforgettable experience, but you would still learn and imagine everything that happened in this historical site.

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Tour at your own pace. We partner with the best local providers to ensure you have the best tour possible. Fun fact: Did you know that the fortress has a collection of 45 cannons from the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries? The Santa Cruz da Barra Fortress is located next to the entrance channel of the Guanabara Bay, where all the ships that arrive to the port of Rio de Janeiro pass through. To check availability and make a reservation please click on "Book Now" and enter your preferred date and time.

  • Hotel pick-up and drop off included
  • Rio de Janeiro's panoramic view
  • Rio-Niterói Bridge
  • Historical site
  • Cultural experience
  • Approximately 4 hours

Route

  1. Estrada General Eurico Gaspar Dutra - Jurujuba, Niterói