Title: Visit Ceará: Best of Ceará Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Ceará Hotels](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Ceara.d6052624.Hotel-Destinations)[Vacation Rentals in Ceará](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Ceara-State.d6052624.Vacation-Rental-Destinations)[Ceará Flights](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Ceara.d6052624.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Ceará](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Ceara-State.d6052624.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Ceará Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Ceara.d6052624.Car-Rental-Destinations)[Ceará Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Ceara.d6052624.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Ceará ## Brazil ![Fortaleza which includes a beach and cbd](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142832/1b8ff8dd-cbbe-4cae-9c30-1dd7c8d2f274.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fortaleza which includes a beach and cbd](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142832/1b8ff8dd-cbbe-4cae-9c30-1dd7c8d2f274.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fortaleza featuring a beach, a skyscraper and central business district](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142832/f4027b8e-267b-4799-9e2b-f2dd5aca955a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fortaleza showing surfing, surf and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142832/4a604beb-03c0-44f5-9c7d-c26d000c6bd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fortaleza showing street scenes as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142832/c80a1343-e664-437a-b1ac-11e7dbd2ca7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) #### The miles of magnificent coastline in this sun-soaked northeastern state are a paradise for beachgoers, nature lovers and surfers. Brazil is a destination renowned for its exceptional coastline see an example of this when visiting Ceará. Spend your time here basking in the sunshine at secluded bays and quaint fishing villages. Take part in adventure sports such as kitesurfing, paragliding and surfing. Travel deep into the interior of Ceará to hike in mountainous countryside, trek in a cloud forest and visit pilgrimage sites. [Fortaleza](https://www.expedia.ca/Fortaleza.d6142832.Destination-Travel-Guides), the state’s ocean-facing capital and liveliest city, is good place to start your vacation. A major highlight is the long stretch of sand and sea at Praía do Futuro. Enjoy people-watching from the waterfront barracas (bars) at Praía do Meireles and sample the nightlife at Praía de Iracema. Wander through an area of protected mangrove swamp at Parque Ecológico do Cocó. Sweeping east and west from Fortaleza is 356 miles (573 kilometers) of pristine beaches framed by vast dunes and red-hued cliffs. A short drive to the east is Aquiraz, home to the Beach Park waterpark. Visit Canoa Quebrada, a one-time bohemian hangout that is now a popular kitesurfing, surfing and paragliding resort. Head west along the coast from Fortaleza to find almost empty beaches at Cumbuco, Trairi and Mundaú. Snorkel in the reefs and clear water at Flexerias, which at low tide has access to the timeless fishing village of Guajiru. Go kayaking, kitesurfing and windsurfing at the white-sand beaches of Jijoca de Jericoacoara, set around a headland in Parque Nacional de Jericoacoara. Hike or ride a cable car through Parque Nacional de Ubajara, nestled amid the cloud forest and uplands of the Serra da Ibiapaba. Mingle with pilgrims at Juazeiro do Norte, set in a region encompassed by a lush valley. Reach Ceará by flying to Fortaleza’s international airport from major cities in Brazil, Europe and other South American countries. Year-round hot temperatures add to the state’s reputation as a beach paradise. Visit between June and December to avoid heavy showers, from December to April for the best waves and from August to November for optimum windsurfing conditions. ### Popular cities in Ceará [Fortaleza Known for Beaches, Surfing and Theatres ](https://expedia.ca/Fortaleza.dx6142832) Enjoy a popular Brazilian beach destination that offers warm sea and water sports, a thrilling nightlife and an engaging cultural scene. ## Reasons to visit - Beach Park Water Park - Iracema Beach - Cumbuco Beach [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Fortaleza.dx6142832)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Fortaleza-Hotels.d6142832.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Aquiraz Known for Relaxing, Waterparks and Theme parks ](https://expedia.ca/Aquiraz.dx6034455) ## Reasons to visit - Beach Park Water Park - Praia do Iguape - Barro Preto Beach [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Aquiraz.dx6034455)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Aquiraz-Hotels.d6034455.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Jijoca de Jericoacoara Known for Horseback riding, Wind surfing and Sunsets ](https://expedia.ca/Jijoca-De-Jericoacoara.dx6034469) ## Reasons to visit - Por do Sol Dune - Furada Stone [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Jijoca-De-Jericoacoara.dx6034469)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Jijoca-De-Jericoacoara-Hotels.d6034469.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Juazeiro do Norte Known for Monuments, Natural parks and Universities ](https://expedia.ca/Juazeiro-Do-Norte.dx1679) [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Juazeiro-Do-Norte.dx1679)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Juazeiro-Do-Norte-Hotels.d1679.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Camocim Known for Islands, Beaches and Nature ](https://expedia.ca/Camocim.dx6141455) [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Camocim.dx6141455)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Camocim-Hotels.d6141455.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Aracati Known for Bars, Secluded and Kite surfing ](https://expedia.ca/Aracati.dx6142860) [Explore city](https://expedia.ca/Aracati.dx6142860)[Find hotels](https://expedia.ca/Aracati-Hotels.d6142860.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ## Cities in Ceará ![Fortaleza featuring city views, outdoor art and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142832/917c6b31-1da4-4e62-9869-79b2c991dec8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fortaleza (and vicinity) Enjoy a popular Brazilian beach destination that offers warm sea and water sports, a thrilling nightlife and an engaging cultural scene. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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