Centro Historico

Porto Alegre

A church with a mosaic and statues.
A market with various vegetables like cucumbers, green beans, and artichokes.
A circular staircase with ornate black metal railings and a patterned floor.
A historic building with classical architecture, including columns and ornate detailing.
A white wall with red text listing names of female artists and a curator.

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A bustling indoor market with various stalls selling food and goods.

Porto Alegre Public Market

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Shop for clothes, specialty foods and unique items at a downtown marketplace that has been serving customers since the second half of the 19th century.
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Things to do

White Swan moored at Porto Pier!

Sailing in Guaíba with White Swan Boat - Porto Alegre

P783
per adult
Sailing in Guaíba with White Swan Boat - Porto Alegre
Porto Alegre Full-Day Private Tour with Expert Guide

Porto Alegre Full-Day Private Tour with Expert Guide

P7,937
per adult
Porto Alegre Full-Day Private Tour with Expert Guide
Historical Walk and Downtown Museums - Porto Alegre

Historical Walk and Downtown Museums - 3 hours 30 minutes - Porto Alegre

P2,156
per adult
Historical Walk and Downtown Museums - 3 hours 30 minutes - Porto Alegre
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Where to stay in Centro Historico

Find the best Centro Historico areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A park with green trees, a large sculpture, and modern buildings in the background.

Moinhos de Vento

Moinhos de Vento is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Walk of Fame and Moinhos Shopping Center.

A calm river with a city skyline in the background, including a distinctive white stadium.

Cidade Baixa

You'll enjoy the museums and theaters in Cidade Baixa. You might want to make time for a stop at Camara Tulio Piva Theater or Centro Cultural Chinês.

A street lined with palm trees and historic buildings with clock towers.

Rio Branco

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Rio Branco. You might want to make time for a stop at Colegio Americano Museum of Science or Metodista de Educacao Bispo Isac Aco Museum.

Espelho d'água e Chafariz no Parque Farroupilha, também conhecido como Redenção.

Auxiliadora

While Auxiliadora might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Walk of Fame and Moinhos Shopping Center.

A park with autumn trees, a pond, and a wooden bridge.

Petropolis

When in Petropolis, you can plan a visit to Porto Alegre Botanical Garden and Museum of Science and Technology PUCRS, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Centro Historico