Centro Historico

Porto Alegre

Metropolitan Cathedral featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and religious elements
Public Market featuring markets
Santander Cultural Center which includes interior views and modern architecture
Santander Cultural Center showing heritage architecture, street scenes and an administrative building
Rio Grande do Sul Museum of Art which includes signage and interior views

Popular places to visit

Gasometer showing street scenes and outdoor art

Usina do Gasometro Cultural Center

A building that used to provide the city with energy for heating and lighting is now a cultural center hosting art exhibitions, concerts and theatrical performances.

Usina do Gasometro Cultural Center
Public Market showing street scenes, markets and food

Porto Alegre Public Market

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.

Porto Alegre Public Market
Porto Alegre which includes street scenes and heritage architecture

Sao Pedro Theater

Get tickets for a show at Sao Pedro Theater, a popular theatre in Porto Alegre. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

Sao Pedro Theater
Military Museum featuring interior views and military items

Military Museum of the Southern Military Command

Once an important part of southern Brazil’s security, this historic building is now home to an extensive display of military memorabilia.

Military Museum of the Southern Military Command
Porto Alegre which includes heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Church of Our Lady of Sorrows

You can find out about the history of Porto Alegre with a stop at Church of Our Lady of Sorrows. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

Church of Our Lady of Sorrows
Rua da Praia

Rua da Praia

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Rua da Praia during your visit to Porto Alegre. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.

Rua da Praia

Things to do

Our starting point is close to the Public Market, part of where the process of occupation of the capital of Rio Grande do Sul begins.

Guided Walk Through the Historic Center

S$26
per adult
Guided Walk Through the Historic Center
White Swan moored at Porto Pier!

Sailing in Guaíba with White Swan Boat - Porto Alegre

S$15
per adult
Sailing in Guaíba with White Swan Boat - Porto Alegre
The History of Samba in Porto Alegre

The History of Samba in Porto Alegre

S$8
per adult
The History of Samba in Porto Alegre
Full-Day Private Vale dos Vinhedos Wine Tour from Porto Alegre

Full-Day Private Vale dos Vinhedos Wine Tour from Porto Alegre

S$180
per adult
Full-Day Private Vale dos Vinhedos Wine Tour from Porto Alegre
Piratini Palace

Private Tour in Porto Alegre-RS

S$133
per traveller
Private Tour in Porto Alegre-RS
Porto Alegre Full-Day Private Tour with Expert Guide

Porto Alegre Full-Day Private Tour with Expert Guide

S$150
per adult
Porto Alegre Full-Day Private Tour with Expert Guide
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Top hotels in Centro Historico

Intercity Porto Alegre Cidade Baixa

Intercity Porto Alegre Cidade Baixa

4 out of 5
Av. Loureiro da Silva, 1960, Centro Historico, Porto Alegre, RS
The price is S$83 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
S$83
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Porto Alegre. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Salao de Atos ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Hotel restaurant was excellent"

Reviewed on 15 Aug, 2025

Intercity Porto Alegre Cidade Baixa
Hotel Continental Business

Hotel Continental Business

3 out of 5
Praça Otavio Rocha, 49, Porto Alegre, RS
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Porto Alegre. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
"o banheiro tinha alguns pontos de mofo e sujeiras nos cantos, o hotel não tinha mais cobertor extra disponível tivemos que passar a noite de 7 graus apenas com 1 manta, elevador muito demorado e estava funcionando apenas 1. no restante tudo ok, café da manha excelente. localização boa."

Reviewed on 4 Aug, 2025

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Hotel Continental Business
Master Express Alberto Bins

Master Express Alberto Bins

3 out of 5
Av. Alberto Bins, 618, Centro Historico, Porto Alegre, RS
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$41 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
S$41
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Porto Alegre. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Santa Casa Historic Cultural Center ...
7.8/10 Good! (445 reviews)
it is convenient and is cleaned daily
"its a comfortable hotel when you are in transit"

Reviewed on 15 Mar, 2017

Master Express Alberto Bins
ibis budget Porto Alegre - Supereconômico

ibis budget Porto Alegre - Supereconômico

3 out of 5
Avenida Julio de Castilhos 516, Porto Alegre
The price is S$45 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
S$45
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Porto Alegre. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
Noise
"good, but walls with little sound insulation."

Reviewed on 6 May, 2024

ibis budget Porto Alegre - Supereconômico
Hotel Dan Inn Express Porto Alegre by Nacional Inn

Hotel Dan Inn Express Porto Alegre by Nacional Inn

3 out of 5
Av. Senador Salgado Filho, 201, Centro Histórico, Porto Alegre, RS
The price is S$98 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
S$98
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Porto Alegre. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Our Lady of the Rosary Church and Post ...
6.8/10 (643 reviews)
"Amazing view. Great staff. Friendly. Superb location."

Reviewed on 23 Jun, 2020

Hotel Dan Inn Express Porto Alegre by Nacional Inn
Ritter Hotéis

Ritter Hotéis

4 out of 5
Largo Vespasiano J. Veppo, 55, Porto Alegre, RS
The price is S$84 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
S$84
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Porto Alegre. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (672 reviews)
Friendly and practical
"It is always a pleasure to stay at Ritter. The hotel is practical and friendly."

Reviewed on 17 Feb, 2025

Ritter Hotéis
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Other neighbourhoods around Centro Historico

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Cidade Baixa

You'll enjoy the museums and theatres in Cidade Baixa. You might want to make time for a stop at Camara Tulio Piva Theater or Joaquim Jose Felizardo Museum.

Cidade Baixa
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Praia de Belas

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Praia de Belas. You might want to make time for a stop at Praia de Belas Shopping or Beira-Rio Stadium.

Praia de Belas
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Farroupilha

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Farroupilha. You might want to make time for a stop at Araujo Vianna Auditorium or Salao de Atos Theater.

Farroupilha
Moinhos de Vento Park which includes a park and hiking or walking as well as a small group of people

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.

Moinhos de Vento
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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.

Rio Branco
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Menino Deus

Travellers like the theatres in Menino Deus, and Nilton Filho Theater is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Menino Deus

Centro Historico