Moinhos de Vento Travel Guide

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A park with a dirt path, trees, and benches.
A park with green trees, a large sculpture, and modern buildings in the background.
A park with a paved path, dense green foliage, and a few people walking.
A large tree with extensive roots and dense foliage in a park.
A park with a playground, steps leading up to it, and trees in the background.

Stay near popular Moinhos de Vento attractions

Moinhos de Vento Park

9.0/10 (140 reviews)
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.
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Activities

White Swan moored at Porto Pier!

Sailing in Guaíba with White Swan Boat - Porto Alegre

NZ$23
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Sailing in Guaíba with White Swan Boat - Porto Alegre
Historical Walk and Downtown Museums - Porto Alegre

Historical Walking Tour and Downtown Museums - 3 hrs 30 min - Porto Alegre

NZ$63
per adult
Historical Walking Tour and Downtown Museums - 3 hrs 30 min - Porto Alegre
Around the Historic Center of Porto Alegre

Around the Historic Center of Porto Alegre

NZ$12
per adult
Around the Historic Center of Porto Alegre
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Our pick of the best Moinhos de Vento Hotel Deals

Park Plaza Moinhos Porto Alegre

Park Plaza Moinhos Porto Alegre

4 out of 5
R. Dr. Timóteo 577 Porto Alegre RS
The price is NZ$132 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
NZ$132
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Porto Alegre. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Moinhos Shopping Center and Walk of Fame are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (815 reviews)
"Overall satisfied !"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

Park Plaza Moinhos Porto Alegre
Laghetto Moinhos

Laghetto Moinhos

3.5 out of 5
Rua Doutor Vale, 579 Porto Alegre RS
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$165 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
NZ$165
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Porto Alegre. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Hidráulica Moinhos de Vento ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Everything was great and impeccable from start to finish. Professional, attentive, and a truly wonderful experience. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Laghetto Moinhos
Slaviero Porto Alegre

Slaviero Porto Alegre

3.5 out of 5
Comendador Caminha St. 42 Porto Alegre RS
The price is NZ$116 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
NZ$116
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Porto Alegre. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Moinhos de Vento Park and Hidráulica Moinhos de ...
8.4/10 Very good! (788 reviews)
"The stay was superb! The only issue was the WiFi was pretty bad. However, EVERYTHING else (room, amenities, staff, etc.) were excellent."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Slaviero Porto Alegre
Hilton Porto Alegre

Hilton Porto Alegre

4.5 out of 5
Rua Olavo Barreto Viana 18 Porto Alegre RS
The price is NZ$280 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
NZ$280
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Porto Alegre. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Moinhos Shopping Center and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (949 reviews)
"Proximity to Mall and Porto Alegre downtown area/"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Hilton Porto Alegre
Manhattan Porto Alegre by Mercure

Manhattan Porto Alegre by Mercure

3.5 out of 5
Rua Miguel Tostes 30 Porto Alegre RS
The price is NZ$117 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$117
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Porto Alegre. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Hidráulica Moinhos ...
8.4/10 Very good! (884 reviews)
"Friendly and clean in a good area of town. The room was spacious and the food was excelen."

Reviewed on 23 July 2026

Manhattan Porto Alegre by Mercure
Master Express Moinhos de Vento

Master Express Moinhos de Vento

3 out of 5
Rua Coronel Bordini, 707 Porto Alegre RS
The price is NZ$63 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
NZ$63
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Porto Alegre. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Moinhos de Vento Park and Moinhos Shopping ...
7.6/10 Good! (574 reviews)
"Staff is great, but facilities are very old. Room cooler had leakage of water. Fair for the price. Location is perfect. Breakfast was good."

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Master Express Moinhos de Vento
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Our guide on where to stay in Moinhos de Vento

Find the best Moinhos de Vento areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Moinhos de Vento
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A historic building with classical architecture, including columns and ornate detailing.

Centro Historico

You might enjoy the historical sites while in Centro Historico. Porto Alegre Public Market is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Mercado Station or Rodoviaria Station to see more of the city.

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

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 Centro Cultural Chinês.

A street lined with tall palm trees and a bus stop on the right.
Photo by Maria Cecilia Bresolin Araujo
Open Photo by Maria Cecilia Bresolin Araujo

Farroupilha

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

A coastal cityscape with a hill in the background, featuring numerous buildings and a body of water in the foreground.

Menino Deus

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

A densely populated cityscape with a mix of high-rise buildings and smaller residential structures, surrounded by greenery.

Santana

Travellers like the museums in Santana, and Jose Baptista Pereira Planetarium is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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