Touristic info
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 With these changes, some of the produce stalls have been
replaced by souvenir shops, cafés, and restaurants, taking away a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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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
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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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