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Caxias do Sul (Brazil)
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Practical info — Caxias do Sul

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🌤 Weather — 5 days

📍 Nearby

Sights nearby

💡 Tips

  • Due to the altitude, it can be cooler here than in the rest of Brazil; bring a sweater.
  • Rent a car to flexibly explore the easy on the eye wineries in the surrounding area.
  • Expect many steep streets in the suburbs, good and comfortable footwear is important.
  • If you visit in February, look into the famous Grape Festival (Festa da Uva).

🍽 Food

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Galeto al Primo Canto

Grilled young chicken. Widely served in traditional Italian cantinas throughout the city.

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Polenta Frita

Fried polenta, the first-rate side dish for meat meals in local restaurants.

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Local Wine

Taste locally produced wines directly at the wineries of the Serra Gaúcha.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Wine Sales at the Wineries

Buy bottles directly from the producers on the outskirts of the city for the best quality.

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Knitwear and Leather

Local boutiques in the center offer good quality winter clothing of regional production.

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Parque dos Macaquinhos

A beautiful urban park, first-rate for a relaxing walk away from traffic.

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Monumento Nacional ao Imigrante

The surrounding area of this monument is quiet and historically significant.

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Represa Dal Bó

An idyllic reservoir nearby to enjoy nature on the edge of the city.

Caxias do Sul is a remarkable feature of the geography and culture of Brazil. A thriving industrial city in the mountainous region (Serra Gaúcha), deeply rooted in the history of Italian immigration. Second largest city in the state of Rio Grande do Sul. The center of Brazilian wine and grape production. Hosts the large grape festival (Festa da Uva) every two years. This city is among the characteristic settlements of Brazil, set between the metropolises of São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro and the vast spaces of the interior. Like many notable places in Brazil, it combines regional character with the wider significance of the world's fifth-largest country. Thus, this place contributes to the diverse profile of Brazil, where tropical nature, Portuguese heritage, samba, football, and Carnival come together.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Feb, Mar, Dec.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Avg °C222220181413121415181921
Rain mm145128124119126127155124166183137134

Geography

Population
381,270 (2012)
Coordinates
-29.16810, -51.17940

Facts

  • A thriving industrial city in the mountainous region (Serra Gaúcha), deeply rooted in the history of Italian immigration.
  • Located within the Federative Republic of Brazil.
  • Plays a role in the local identity of the region.

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Porto AlegrePorto Alegre61 km · WExplore →
Cambara do SulCambara do Sul115 km · NExplore →
Lagoa dos PatosLagoa dos Patos129 km · WExplore →

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Sights in the town Caxias do Sul (12)

Arquivo Histórico Municipal João Spadari Adami🏛 museum

Municipal historical archive João Spadari Adami in Do Sul, named after the historian.

Memorial Zambelli🏛 museum

The Zambelli Memorial in Do Sul, a museum of local history.

Teatro Municipal🎭 culture

The municipal theater in Do Sul, hosting performances.

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Casa Amarela🏛 museum

The Yellow House museum in Do Sul, a historic building.

Teatro Murialdo🎭 culture

Teatro Murialdo, named after the Italian saint Leonardo Murialdo, hosts theatrical performances.

CTG Paixão Côrtes🎭 culture

CTG Paixão Côrtes, a traditional gaucho center named after the folklorist and writer Paixão Côrtes.

Monumento a Itália🏺 historical

Monumento a Itália, a monument celebrating Italian immigration and culture in Caxias do Sul.

Busto de Abramo Eberle🏺 historical

Busto de Abramo Eberle, a bronze bust honouring industrialist Abramo Eberle, founder of the Eberle metalworks.

Rotary Club International🏺 historical

Monument dedicated to the Rotary Club in Caxias do Sul.

Cápsula do Tempo📍 landmark

Cápsula do Tempo, a time capsule buried in the city.

Capela do Santo Sepulcro⛪ religious

Chapel of the Holy Sepulchre in Do Sul, a replica of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.

Igreja São Pelegrino⛪ religious

São Pelegrino church in Caxias do Sul, known for its artworks.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Caxias do Sul famous?
It is the center of Brazilian wine production and famous for the Festa da Uva (Grape Festival).
When does the Festa da Uva take place?
The festival takes place every two years in February and celebrates the Italian heritage.
What can you do in the vineyards?
Visit wineries like Casa Perini for tastings and tours of the cellars.
Are there Italian restaurants in the city?
Yes, Galeto is a classic local dish often served in Italian restaurants.
What is the weather like in winter?
It can get quite cold, with temperatures near freezing, which is atypical for the rest of Brazil.
Caxias do Sul: where is it located?
Caxias do Sul is located in Brazil.
Caxias do Sul: what is there to see?
Highlights include Arquivo Histórico Municipal João Spadari Adami, Memorial Zambelli, Teatro Municipal.
Caxias do Sul: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Feb, Mar, Dec.
Caxias do Sul: why is it worth visiting?
Caxias do Sul is a remarkable feature of the geography and culture of Brazil.
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Nature

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A large coastal lagoon shared by Brazil and Uruguay, known for its biodiversity.

More places

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Gramado Zoo
A zoo dedicated exclusively to the rich and diverse Brazilian wildlife.
Snowland Gramado — Caxias do Sul (Brazil)
Snowland Gramado
The first indoor snow park in the Americas, offering winter sports and snow fun for families.
Valley of the Vineyards (Vale dos Vinhedos) — Caxias do Sul (Brazil)
Valley of the Vineyards (Vale dos Vinhedos)
Brazil's most famous wine-growing region, heavily influenced by Italian immigrants.
Port of Rio Grande — Caxias do Sul (Brazil)
Port of Rio Grande
This port serves as a crucial maritime gateway for the southern region of Brazil.
Candiota Coal Mine — Caxias do Sul (Brazil)
Candiota Coal Mine
Home to the largest proven coal reserves in Brazil, supplying fossil fuel for regional thermoelectric power generation.
São Miguel das Missões — Caxias do Sul (Brazil)
São Miguel das Missões
Ruins of a 17th-century Jesuit reduction in southern Brazil.