Rio Grande do Sul State Public Library
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Sao Pedro Theater
Enjoy a performance at Sao Pedro Theater, a storied theater in Porto Alegre. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
Metropolitan Cathedral
Admire Renaissance-style architecture, stained-glass windows and intricate mosaic work at one of Porto Alegre’s most important religious sites.
Rua da Praia
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Rua da Praia during your trip to Porto Alegre. Experience the area's museums and theater scene.
Santander Cultural Center
This stunning neoclassical building that used to house a number of banks is now a cultural hub for movies, music, plays and art.
Rio Grande do Sul Museum of Art
A free museum inside a striking-looking neoclassical building is dedicated to 20th-century and contemporary South American art.
Marechal Deodoro Square
You can learn about the history of Porto Alegre with a visit to Marechal Deodoro Square. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.