South Region

Travel Guide

South Region which includes a waterfall and rainforest
Joaquina Beach showing a beach
Rio Grande do Sul Museum of Art which includes interior views and art
Porto Alegre showing a statue or sculpture
Santander Cultural Center featuring interior views and modern architecture
Find miles of unspoiled coastline, surfing villages, majestic waterfalls and cities with a European flair in the southernmost corner of Brazil.

Discover everything from renowned surfing beaches to a natural wonder of the world and vineyards in Brazil’s South Region. This is one of the country’s most developed regions, a wealthy area that witnessed colonization from Germans, Italians and other European migrants. The South Region is made up of three states: ParanáOpens in a new window, Santa CatarinaOpens in a new window and Rio Grande do Sul. Each has its own character yet all feature commonalities such as breathtaking natural scenery and vibrant cities.

Paraná is the region’s northernmost state and home to the internationally famous Iguaçu FallsOpens in a new window. Foz do IguaçuOpens in a new window is an ideal base for exploring this fascinating collection of 275 waterfalls, located in the wildlife-rich Parque Nacional do IguaçuOpens in a new window on the Brazil-Argentina border. Toward the east is the state capital, CuritibaOpens in a new window, a modern city with wide boulevards and vast green spaces. It’s also a gateway to the millennia-old rock formations of Parque Estadual de Vila Velha and a fascinating train journey to colonial Morretes.

Head south and explore the beaches and colonial towns of Santa Catarina. Santa Catarina Island has over 100 beaches that range from backpacker hangouts and secluded coves to surf spots and fishing communities. Visit the island’s tourist hub and 18th-century state capital, FlorianópolisOpens in a new window.

Spend some time at German towns, such as Blumenau and Joinville, in Santa Catarina’s interior. In October, Blumenau hosts a 3-week-long Oktoberfest to rival any Brazilian carnival. Experience Brazilian snowfall in the mountains around São Joaquim.

Where Brazil borders with Argentina and Uruguay, the flat pampas of Rio Grande do Sul showcase the nation’s gaucho and cattle-herding traditions. Go hiking in the canyons of Parque Nacional de Aparados da Serra. Join wine tours at the bodegas around Bento Gonçalves. Spend time in the riverside cities of Porto AlegreOpens in a new window and Pelotas.

Reach Brazil's South Region by flying to international airports in Curitiba, Foz do Iguaçu, Florianópolis and Porto Alegre. Get around via domestic flights, intercity buses and organized tours. With a temperate climate, including hot summers and winter snow in the mountains, the South Region is a year-round destination with four seasons.

Where to stay in South Region

Nicoletti Square showing a garden and a pond

Gramado City Centre

You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Gramado City Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Palace of Festivals or Gramado Central Avenue.

Gramado City Centre
Museum of Contemporary Art

Curitiba Centro

4/5(2 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the museums and cafes in Curitiba Centro. You might want to make time for a stop at 24 Hours Street or Rua Quinze de Novembro.

Curitiba Centro
Public Market featuring street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people

Florianópolis Centro

2.5/5(3 area reviews)

Florianópolis Centro is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Public Market and Beiramar Shopping Center.

Florianópolis Centro
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Batel

4/5(1 area review)

Batel is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pátio Batel and Japan Square.

Batel
Cathedral of St. John the Baptist which includes a small town or village, a church or cathedral and street scenes

Foz do Iguacu City Centre

4/5(11 area reviews)

Travellers come to Foz do Iguacu City Centre for its secluded waterfalls, and you can see top attractions like Rafain Churrascaria Show and Cathedral of St. John the Baptist while you're in town.

Foz do Iguacu City Centre
Gramado featuring interior views and dining out

Gramado Centro

While visiting Gramado Centro, you might make a stop by sights like Palace of Festivals and Gramado Central Avenue.

Gramado Centro
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