5 days in State of Rio Grande do Sul Itinerary

On your holiday to Porto Alegre, affectionately nicknamed "Smile City," you can expect a warm welcome from locals.

On the 10th (Thu), don't miss a visit to Chave-Mestra Porto Alegre.

To see photos, more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Porto Alegre day trip tool.

Brasilia to Porto Alegre is an approximately 5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit cooler weather when traveling from Brasilia in September: highs in Porto Alegre hover around 26°C, while lows dip to 16°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive to Gramado.

Surrounded by impressive mountain scenery in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, the small city of Gramado charms visitors with its alpine European-style architecture and blossoming flowers.

Gramado is known for parks, nature, and museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: pause for some serene contemplation at Igreja Matriz Sao Pedro Apostolo, don't miss a visit to Rua Coberta, see the interesting displays at Mundo a Vapor, and stroll around Mini Mundo.

To find where to stay, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Gramado trip itinerary maker site.

Traveling by car from Porto Alegre to Gramado takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. On the 14th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.