Centro Historico Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Centro Historico
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Church of Our Lady of Sorrows
After visiting Church of Our Lady of Sorrows, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Porto Alegre. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
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.
Activities
Sailing in Guaíba with White Swan Boat - Porto Alegre
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Other neighbourhoods around Centro Historico
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.
Bom Fim
Travellers like the museums in Bom Fim, and Jewish National Migration Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
Floresta
Shopping and restaurants are some noteworthy features of Floresta. Make a stop by Sports Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Rodoviaria de Porto Alegre Station to get around town.
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.
