From the mountains to the coast, with very cold or hot sunny days. Here we will share the Top 7 cities to visit in Rio Grande do Sul, with several attractions and tourist attractions. Which do you prefer?
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The city of Torres is perfect, with beautiful cliffs in the sea, walls that enchant anyone. Undoubtedly this is one of the reasons that title it as “the most beautiful beach in Rio Grande do Sul”.
THE Guarita Beach It's the postcard of the city!
The coast of Torres attracts people from all over the world, as well as surfers who are enchanted by the beautiful waves.
Distance from the Capital Porto Alegre: 190km
Best time to visit the city: the period that most dazzles visitors is during the summer, because in addition to enjoying the landscape it is possible to take a beautiful bath in the sea.
Main tourist attractions:
- Guarita Beach;
- Lighthouse Hill;
- City Museum;
- Guitar Lagoon;
- Balloon ride;
- Boat trip on the Mampituba River and the sea.
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Sao Miguel das Missões
In São Miguel das Missões, which is one of the World Heritage Sites by Unesco.
It is here that the ancient Jesuit ruins are home to one of the Seven Peoples of the Missions, the Archaeological Site of São Miguel Arcanjo.
In addition to the ruins, the archaeological site has the Museum of Missions, with numerous statues of sacred images made by the Guarani Indians.
Distance from the capital Porto Alegre: 476 km
Best time to visit the city: You can go at any time of the year.
Main tourist attractions:
- São Miguel Ruins Park,
- Museum of Missions,
- Sun and light show (during the night, with the narrative about the history of the Missions).
Cambará do Sul
One of the most beautiful scenery recognized worldwide, an ecotourism destination and a lot of adventure tourism.
It is difficult to talk about Cambará do Sul without talking about Praia Grande. Because both are totally focused on the tourism of the Canyons, however Praia Grande belongs to Santa Catarina (bordering RS). Most Canyons have a part in RS and another in SC.
Find out much more at: Things to do in Aparados da Serra and Serra Geral.
Distance from the capital Porto Alegre: 190 km
Best time to visit the city: It depends. If you like hiking, bathing in the river and camping, the ideal is to take this tour in the summer. Now, if you like the cold, the fireplace and wonderful cuisine, choose to go in winter.
Main tourist attractions:
In addition to visiting these places, it is possible to do many trails, rappel, ride a bike and even enjoy a fire pit with good music and a lot of history.
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One of the most beautiful cities in Brazil, its main avenue: Avenida Borges de Medeiros can be reached by car in 10 minutes or in 30 minutes on foot.
The city looks like a little piece of Europe.
Christmas in the city is beautiful, with parades, the whole city is lit up and enchants anyone who passes by, this is known as: Christmas Light of Gramado.
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Distance from the capital Porto Alegre: 100 km
Best time to visit the city: the high season is in winter. That's when the city gets crowded, prices (excessively more expensive), however it's when you'll be able to enjoy a good fireplace, hot chocolate, fondue and much more.
Main tourist attractions:
- mini world,
- Snowland;
- Black Lake;
- Dreamland Wax Museum;
- Santa Claus Village;
- Car Museum;
- Covered Street (and much more).
Bento Gonçalves
Famous for its Vale dos Vinhedos, the city exudes charm and good taste in its delicious wines, gastronomic routes, wine tourism and ecotourism.
Usually this tour is done by those who went to Gramado, passes through Canela and goes to Bento.
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Distance from the capital Porto Alegre: 120 km
Best time to visit the city: The best time, as in Gramado, is in winter.
Main tourist attractions:
- Historic Center Vale dos Vinhedos;
- Stone Path Circuit;
- Antas River Valley;
- Epopeia Italiana Cultural Park;
- Portico kite among others;
- Beer Route.
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Considers the oldest city in the state of RS, located right on the border with Uruguay.
It is here that the largest square in the world is found: Casino Beach. One of the biggest running events in Brazil takes place on this beach: Ultra Race, with 230 km of route.
In addition, the largest coastal lagoon in South America is also in Rio Grande, the Duck's lake.
Distance from the capital Porto Alegre: 335 km
Best time to visit the city: as it is on the coast, summer is the most favorable period.
Main tourist attractions:
- Casino Beach;
- Barra breakwaters;
- Historic center;
- Public market;
- Duck's lake;
- Customs Building;
- Museum of the City of Rio Grande..
Porto Alegre
The capital of the gauchos has many charms, with the Guaíba River that beautifies the city for a good part.
Being a big city, you might be a little scared, but there are amazing places, bars, sights and a big city hustle that many love.
Best time to visit the city: the city is constant throughout the year, but in the summer it is a little less busy, as a large part of the population goes to the coast. So summer is a good option. 🇧🇷
Main tourist attractions:
- Guaiba River;
- Public market;
- Skateboard Square;
- Redemption;
- Historic center;
- Museums;
- Laçador statue;
- Downtown night bars... and much more.
Top 7 cities to visit in Rio Grande do Sul
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