Description

Essentials about Fort Copacabana in brief

Military enthusiasts should make a trip to Fort Copacabana in Rio. Strategically located at the southern end of Copacabana Beach, the fort served from 1914 to 1987 as a coastal fortification to defend the entrance to the port of Rio de Janeiro. The fort’s main armament consisted of two gun turrets with a 305mm and a 190mm cannon, which had a range of 23 and 18 kilometers, respectively. Today, the fort houses the Museum of Military History, which tells the story of the Brazilian Army. In the outdoor area you can see some historical artillery pieces from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Website

mhexfc.eb.mil.br

Opening hours

Admission fees

Adults: R$6.00

Seniors (Ages 61+): R$3.00

Students: R$3.00

Children (Ages 9 and under): free

For further information on possible discounts, see the website.

Address

Getting there

By public transport:

Bus lines 551, 552, 553, 554, 2018, 2020, 2115, 2329, 2333, 2334, 2335, 2337, 2338 and 2382: Stop Avenida Atlântica próximo ao 183

By car:

The nearest parking garage is Estapar.