What it offers
Historic military complex with museums on the fortress and on Army sports, plus old redoubts and fortifications.
Where it is
Avenida João Luiz Alves, s/n (Fortaleza de São João) · Urca, Rio de Janeiro.
How to get there
Destination: Fortaleza de São João · Avenida João Luiz Alves, s/n (Fortaleza de São João), Urca.
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Contact and planning
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