Forte de Copacabana
Photo: Donatas Dabravolskas (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Forte de Copacabana


Fort Copacabana sits at the southern tip of the beach, open to the public as the Army Historical Museum alongside the working coastal defense fort itself.

Around ten thousand visitors a month choose between a restricted visit to the outdoor grounds or a full tour that includes the fort's interior and the military history museum, making it one of the city's best-known postcard views.

How to go

It is a transit ride from the studio; the route is on this page.

Visit info

Address
Orla Copacabana, 1, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, 22070-020
Website
riotur.rio
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Transit directions

Open transit directions in Google Maps

Stay nearby

Stay at Mural da Lapa and take transit down to a working fort with a history museum at the end of Copacabana beach.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Forte de Copacabana from Mural da Lapa?

This is not a walking errand from the studio. Use the transit directions above (VLT, metro, or bus) or a ride-hail app.

How can I contact Forte de Copacabana or check for updates?

Yes, through the official site (riotur.rio).

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