Gorontalo is a promising tourist destination, rich with culture and natural beauty. Visitors with a passion for history can checkout the old Otanaha fort built by the Portuguese in the 15th century, or the Orange fort which can only be reached after traversing 139 stairs. Various cultural buildings and mosques can also be found around the city. A coastal city, Gorontalo also features beautiful beaches and amazing snorkeling locations near Tomini Bay.