Porto Alegre, Brazil

Striking riverside cultural complex in a converted power plant, full of contemporary art and city views. Walk the boardwalk, catch exhibitions, live music and sunset over Guaíba.

2. Fundação Iberê Camargo

4.7 (7,794)

Turistična znamenitostArt MuseumMuzejZanimiva točkaAssociation Or Organization

Striking modernist museum pairing Iberê Camargo's paintings with Álvaro Siza's white concrete. Walk sweeping ramps and terraces with views over the Guaíba, and explore rotating exhibitions.

3. Museu de Arte do Rio Grande do Sul (MARGS)

MARGS

4.7 (4,381)

Art MuseumTuristična znamenitostMuzejZanimiva točkaUstanova

Top-tier Brazilian modernism and regional art housed in a charming riverside building. Expect rotating contemporary shows, curated local collections, and occasional cultural events.

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Najboljši način za doživetje mesta z lokalnim vodičem.

Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!

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4. Casa de Cultura Mário Quintana

4.8 (23,153)

Cultural CenterMuzejZanimiva točkaUstanova

Historic mansion turned lively cultural hub in Porto Alegre. Galleries, a literary café and rooftop terraces host exhibitions, plays, and readings.

5. Jardim Botânico de Porto Alegre

4.6 (5,462)

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Quiet green refuge in Porto Alegre, great for plant lovers and slow walks. Wander tree-lined paths, visit the palm collections and spot local birds.

6. Catedral Metropolitana

4.8 (3,481)

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Visit Porto Alegre's cathedral for its neoclassical façade and peaceful nave. Admire stained glass, carved altars and quiet courtyard light.

7. Estádio Beira-Rio

4.6 (48,692)

StadiumSports ComplexLokacija za športne aktivnostiPrireditveni prostorZanimiva točka

Iconic riverside stadium with lively club spirit. Guided tours let you step into the stands, locker rooms and panoramic terraces.

8. Museu de Ciências e Tecnologia da PUCRS

4.8 (1,751)

MuzejZanimiva točkaEducational InstitutionUstanova

Hands-on science and a planetarium under one roof, ideal for curious minds. Explore interactive exhibits, live demos, and immersive dome shows.

Things to Do in Porto Alegre, Brazil

Popular activities and local experiences recommended by travelers

Mercado Público

You'll typically wander lively stalls sampling regional cheeses, pastries, smoked meats, and fresh seafood, while vendors explain local food traditions. Local guides often point out seasonal specialties and historic market stories, which brings the area's culinary culture to life. The city's strong food scene and vibrant public markets create an energetic atmosphere that makes exploring flavors and meeting artisans especially rewarding.

Parque Farroupilha (Redenção)

Parque Farroupilha (Redenção) offers a chance to stroll under towering trees, explore weekend markets and live music, and sample local street food as city life unfolds. You'll typically see historical monuments and learn about regional traditions from local guides, while most visits include time to relax on grassy lawns and join impromptu performances or community events. The park's strong park culture and the city’s lively arts scene make the experience feel authentic and energizing in Porto Alegre, Brazil.

Traditional Sweet Dishes

Sagu com creme

Sagu com creme pairs chewy sago pearls cooked in red wine with a sweet milk cream, a dessert brought by Italian immigrants that became a signature of Rio Grande do Sul.

Cuca

Cuca is a German-style streusel-topped cake often filled with banana or plums, and in Rio Grande do Sul it is a bakery staple at family gatherings and breakfasts.

Doce de leite

Doce de leite is thick caramel made from slowly heated milk and sugar, prized in the south for artisanal variations and used in many regional sweets.

Traditional Savory Dishes

Churrasco gaúcho

Churrasco gaúcho is the regional barbecue where large cuts of beef are slow-roasted over wood fire on skewers, reflecting the gaucho cattle-ranching culture and communal meals.

Arroz de carreteiro

Arroz de carreteiro began with ox-cart drivers who cooked rice with preserved beef, and today it is a hearty, flavor-packed emblem of gaucho cuisine.

Entrevero

Entrevero is a rustic stir-fry of mixed meats, sausages and vegetables, often finished with pinhão when in season, showing the region's blend of influences.

Traditional Beverages

Chimarrão

Chimarrão is hot yerba mate tea sipped from a gourd through a metal straw, a daily social ritual in Porto Alegre and a key symbol of gaúcho identity.

Vinho gaúcho

Vinho gaúcho, especially sparkling wines and varietals from the nearby Serra Gaúcha, has earned national and international recognition and pairs well with local meats and cheeses.

Quentão

Quentão is a spiced hot drink made with cachaça, sugar and warming spices, popular at winter festivals and known for bringing people together on cold southern nights.

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Day trips

Gramado

120 km 2h by car

Charming mountain town, chocolate shops and alpine architecture

Canela

125 km 2h 10m by car

Waterfalls and scenic viewpoints near Gramado

Bento Gonçalves

125 km 2h by car

Wine region, wineries and the Maria Fumaça steam train

São Francisco de Paula

100 km 1h 45m by car

Hill town with forests, hiking and rural charm

Tramandaí

120 km 1h 40m by car

Popular coastal beach town, good for swimming and seafood