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Catedral Metropolitana Nossa Senhora Madre de Deus

Address: Rua Duque de Caixas 1047
Centro, Porto Alegre, 90010-282
Phone: 051/3228-6001
Category: Religious Sites

Although its construction began in 1921, this cathedral wasn't completed until 1986. Its predominant style is Italian Renaissance, but note the twin bell towers, which were inspired by 17th-century Jesuit missions. The facade's mosaic panels were made in the Vatican ateliers.

Cost: Free
Open: Daily 7-noon and 2-7
Centro Cultural Santander

Address: Rua Sete de Setembro 1028
Centro, Porto Alegre, 90010-975
Phone: 051/3287-5500
http://www.santandercultural.com.br/
Category: Museums/Galleries

This stately building, constructed in 1927-32 and the former headquarters of various banks, is now owned by Banco Santander of Spain, which has transformed it into a cultural center and gallery (it's no longer a working bank). Guided tours (Portuguese only) show the intricate ironwork of the entrance door and second-floor balcony as well as the ceiling's neoclassical paintings. The massive bank vault now houses a café.

Cost: Free
Open: Daily 9-5
Memorial do Rio Grande do Sul

Address: Praça da Alfândega s/n
Centro, Porto Alegre, 90010-191
Phone: 051/3224-7210
Category: Museums/Galleries

Built to house the post-office headquarters at the turn of the 20th century, the building was declared a national architectural landmark in 1981. It now houses a state museum. Although overall the style is neoclassical, German baroque influences are b; the asymmetrical corner towers with their bronze rotundas are said to resemble Prussian army helmets. A permanent exhibit focuses on the state's history and the lives of important gaúchos, and on the second floor there's one of Brazil's largest collections of documents and manuscripts about Brazilian society.

Cost: Free
Open: Tues.-Sun. 9-5
Mercado Público

Address: Largo Glenio Peres s/n
Centro, Porto Alegre, 90020-070
Category: Markets/Bazaars

The neoclassical Public Market was constructed in 1869. It has undergone repeated renovations, the last of which added the glass roof that now covers the central inner plaza. With these changes, some of the produce stalls have been replaced by souvenir shops, cafés, and restaurants, taking away a bit of the boisterous bazaar ambience but increasing the options for the visitor. One of the best restaurants in the city, Gambrinus, is here.

Open: Mon.-Sat. 7AM-11PM
Museu de Arte do Rio Grande do Sul

Address: Praça da Alfândega s/n
Centro, Porto Alegre, 90010-150
Phone: 051/3227-2311
http://www.margs.org.br/
Category: Museums/Galleries

In the 1990s the old, neoclassical customs building was restored to house this art museum. German immigrant Theo Wiederspahn designed this and several other of the city's early buildings. You can also see paintings, sculptures, and drawings by gaúcho and other Brazilian artists from several periods. Two works of Di Cavalcanti—one of the country's most renowned painters-are exhibited as well as several pieces by local sculptor Xico Stockinger.

Cost: Free
Open: Tues.-Sun. 10-7
Centro Cultural Usina do Gasômetro

Address: Av. João Goulart, 551
Centro - Porto Alegre
Phone: (51) 3289.8100
Category: Museums/Galleries

Locate on the shores of Guaíba,the building holds an old thermoelectric powerhouse of the city that was active from 1928 to 1974. Since 1991, it's one of the most important cultural centers of the State. It's chimney is 117m tall and serves as a visual reference throughout the city. The best day to visit the Gasômetro is on a Sunday afternoon, when there are people sunbathing and admiring the view.

Cost: Free
Open: Tues - Sun 9-9
Palácio Piratini

Address: Praça da Matriz s/n
Centro, Porto Alegre, 90010-293
Phone: 051/3210-4170
Category: Architectural Sites, Government Buildings

The Roman columns of the stately governor's mansion (which also houses executive offices) convey a solidity and permanence uncommon in official Brazilian buildings. In the main room murals by Aldo Locatelli depict gaúcho folktales. Guided 20-minute tours (Portuguese only) are given by appointment.

Cost: Free
Open: Weekdays 9-5
Brique da Redenção

Address: Rua José Bonifácio
Bom Fim, Porto Alegre
Category: Outdoor/Flea/Green Markets

Brique da Redenção, originally a flea market on the southeast side of Parque Farroupilha, has expanded into a full-blown antiques, crafts, and arts fair.

Cost: Free
Open: End Week


Historic Center – http://centrohistoricodeportoalegre.blogspot.com/

Museu de Ciências e Tecnologia da PUCRS - http://www.pucrs.br/mct

Fundação Iberê Camargo - http://www.iberecamargo.org.br/content/fundacao/default.asp

Restaurants - http://www.hagah.com.br/restaurantes/jsp/default.jsp?uf=1&local=1®ionId=1


Shoppings Centers

Bourbon Shopping Ipiranga - http://www.bourbonshopping.com.br/site/como_chegar.jsp?shopping=ipiranga

Shopping Praia de Belas - http://www.praiadebelas.com.br/page/index.asp

Shopping Iguatemi - http://www.iguatemiportoalegre.com.br/

Shopping Moinhos de Ventos - http://www.moinhosshopping.com.br/

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