Independência Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Beira-Rio Stadium
Catch an event at Beira-Rio Stadium during your trip to Porto Alegre. Take in the museums and sunsets in the area.
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.
Moinhos de Vento Park
Take a break from Porto Alegre’s bustling streets with a visit to a small, attractive park where you can play sports, see a reminder of the city’s past and go wildlife spotting.
Shopping Total
During your visit to Porto Alegre, you can enjoy retail therapy at Shopping Total. Take in the museums and sunsets in the area.
Museum of Medical History of Rio Grande do Sul
Rich with history, Museum of Medical History of Rio Grande do Sul is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Porto Alegre. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
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Other neighbourhoods around Independência
Bom Fim
Travellers like the museums in Bom Fim, and Jewish National Migration Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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 de Vento Park.
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.
Centro Historico
You might enjoy the historical sites while in Centro Historico. Post and Telegraph Offices is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Mercado Station or Rodoviaria Station to see more of the city.
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.
Auxiliadora
Though Auxiliadora may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Moinhos de Vento Park and Walk of Fame.