Independência
Popular places to visit
Beira-Rio Stadium
Catch an event at Beira-Rio Stadium during your trip to Porto Alegre. Take in the museums and sunsets in the area.
Usina do Gasometro Cultural Center
A building that used to provide the city with energy for heating and lighting is now a cultural center hosting art exhibitions, concerts and theatrical performances.
Porto Alegre Public Market
Shop for clothes, specialty foods and unique items at a downtown marketplace that has been serving customers since the second half of the 19th century.
Moinhos de Vento Park
Take a break from Porto Alegre’s bustling streets with a visit to a small, attractive park where you can play sports, see a reminder of the city’s past and go wildlife spotting.
Shopping Total
During your trip to Porto Alegre, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Shopping Total. Take in the museums and sunsets in the area.
Museum of Medical History of Rio Grande do Sul
Rich with history, Museum of Medical History of Rio Grande do Sul is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Porto Alegre. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
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Other neighborhoods around Independência
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Bom Fim
Travelers like the museums in Bom Fim, and Jewish National Migration Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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Moinhos de Vento
Moinhos de Vento is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Walk of Fame and Moinhos de Vento Park.
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Rio Branco
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Rio Branco. You might want to make time for a stop at Colegio Americano Museum of Science or Metodista de Educacao Bispo Isac Aco Museum.
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Centro Historico
You might enjoy the historic sites while in Centro Historico. Post and Telegraph Offices is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Mercado Station or Rodoviaria Station to see more of the city.
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Cidade Baixa
You'll enjoy the museums and theaters in Cidade Baixa. You might want to make time for a stop at Camara Tulio Piva Theater or Joaquim Jose Felizardo Museum.
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Auxiliadora
While Auxiliadora might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Moinhos de Vento Park and Walk of Fame.
- Shopping Total
- Museum of Medical History of Rio Grande do Sul
- Iguatemi Shopping Porto Alegre
- Beira-Rio Stadium
- Gremio Arena
- Praia de Belas Shopping
- Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul
- Holy House of Mercy Hospital
- Bourbon Shopping
- Usina do Gasometro Cultural Center
- Moinhos de Vento Hospital
- Porto Alegre Public Market
- Moinhos de Vento Park
- BarraShoppingSul Mall
- Fiergs Exhibition and Convention Center
- Canoas Air Force Base
- Araujo Vianna Auditorium
- HCPA - Hospital de Clínicas de Porto Alegre
- Orla do Guaíba
- Hospital São Lucas da PUCRS
- Sao Pedro Theater
- Walk of Fame
- Farroupilha Park
- Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul
- entrada de Nova Santa Rita
- Rio Grande do Sul State Public Library
- Canoas Shopping Center
- Praca do Aviao
- Rua da Praia