Porto Alegre Travel Information
Praça da Matriz
It lies in the "heart" of the city, is also known as the "square of power", because they are located decision-making centers of the executive, legislative and judicial branches and will soon also be located there the central power of the State Public Ministéio will occupy a historic building under renovation, finally, there also lies the monumental Catholic Cathedral, built in pink granite and containing one of the largest domes in the world.
During your stay in Porto Alegre in July 1820, August Saint Hilaire wrote about the wonderful vision of the city that could discern there. In fact, the landscape of Cathedral Square is one of the most unique and charming places in the world.
The first Azorean couples who came to Porto Alegre in 1752, settled in the area that now forms the tip of the Gasometer "; there, the village was growing by the lower part, near the river, the track that now forms the street Andradas (more popularly known as "Beach Street"), yet as usual, the churches were built in the highest parts of the villages, and, therefore, between 1772 and 1773, was built in an area of modern Church Cathedral, honoring Our Lady Mother of God, for this reason, the area in front became known as Church Square or Largo. At that time (late nineteenth and early twentieth century), began to be held there the feasts of the fireworks of the Spirit, which attracted the whole community to the square. Between 1846 and 1848, the plaza has improved, with sidewalks on the east and west alignments. In 1858, it was inaugurated in the northern part Theatro São Pedro. In 1865 it was renamed Praça Dom Pedro II. Between 1883 and 1885, was urbanized, with landscaping, tree planting and paving sidewalks. In 1914, his monument was inaugurated in honor of Julio de Castillos. From 1909 to 1921, the Palace was built Piratini, and in 1921 began building the present cathedral.
Since the proclamation of the Republic, its official name is Praça Marechal Deodoro, little known by people of city, who prefer the original name of "Square Matriz".
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Activities near to Praça da Matriz
| Piratini Palace (historical) - The Piratini Palace is the current seat of state government of Rio Grande do Sul Although his first construction plan was launched in 1894, the space was never officially opened, since changes in architectural projects were responsible for countless adaptations of the works were taken up throughout the twentieth century. The Porto Alegre government, however, occupies the building since 1921.
The project followed the construction of... Address: Praça Mal. Deodoro - Centro Porto Alegre - RS, 90010-300 Distance: 0.09km from the Praça da Matriz |  |
| Saint Peter Theater (theater) - Located in the heart of the capital, opposite the Cathedral Square and known among the city's ancient buildings, the Theatro São Pedro, preserved in Neoclassical structure, was founded on June 27, 1858.Over the years, the site staged plays and artistic, social and political state, in addition to storing various vocations in their history and trends, combining the simple to the remarkable.In 1972, the theater closed its doors for lack o... Address: Pc Mal Deodoro, 1 - Centro, Porto Alegre - RS Distance: 0.15km from the Praça da Matriz |  |
| Júlio de Castilhos Museum (museum) -
Over a century of existence, the Museum of Julio Castilhos has been promoting the expression of cultural identities of the people of Rio Grande, democratizing access to knowledge and allowing critical reflection on issues related to the history of Rio Grande do Sul and Brazil.
On January 30, 1903 the then State President, Borges de Medeiros, signed the decree creating the first museum in Rio Grande do Sul: the State Mu... Address: Rua Duque de Caxias 1205, Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil Distance: 0.28km from the Praça da Matriz |  |
Restaurants near to Praça da Matriz
| Café do Theatro São Pedro is a Coffee House restaurant that is roughly 0.00km from Praça da Matriz and can be found at Praça Marechal Deodoro, s/n Located within the Theatre, the Cafe Theatro Sao Pedro is a must stop before watching a good show. The house offers specialty coffee, pastries, snacks, and Happy Hour offers beer and wine. |
| Du´Attos - Theatro São Pedro is a Meat restaurant that is roughly 0.00km from Praça da Matriz and can be found at Praça Marechal Deodoro, In the buffet of hot dishes, salads and other surprises to captivate the restaurant's clientele Theatro São Pedro in Porto Alegre. The executive buffet has a 10% discount for members of the Friends of the Theatro São Pedro. On the menu especially the lamb and the calf. Desserts offered include goodies like chocolate petit gateau or |
| Macuco Café is a Coffee House restaurant that is roughly 0.00km from Praça da Matriz and can be found at Rua Jerônimo Coelho, 46 Decorated with pictures of Porto Alegre the '40s, the Macuco Café offers excellent choices of coffees and pies and pastries. Highlights for the chicken pie and ham and dried tomatoes. The outdoor area is ideal for warmer days. |
| Buffet ao Porto is a Buffet restaurant that is roughly 0.00km from Praça da Matriz and can be found at Rua Caldas Junior, 390 The Buffet at Porto is located in the center of Porto Alegre, and offers its many customers a wide buffet of salads, hot dishes and dessert. In winter there is always a good choice of soup or cream. The house offers juices, water and soft drinks. Buffet is the Port in Porto Alegre. |
Hotels near to Praça da Matriz
Master Express Grande Hotel Master Express Grande Hotel is conveniently located in the popular Porto Alegre City Center area. The hotel offers a wide range of amenities and perks to ensure you have a great time. To be found at the hotel are room service, laundry service/dry cleaning, 24hr room service, valet parking, safety deposit boxes. Relax in your comfortable guestroom, featuring satellite/cable TV, air conditioning, in... |
Hotel Ponte De Pedra Stop at Hotel Ponte De Pedra to discover the wonders of Porto Alegre. The hotel offers guests a range of services and amenities designed to provide comfort and convenience. All the necessary facilities, including elevator, 24hr room service, business center, are at hand. Guestrooms are designed to provide an optimal level of comfort with welcoming decor and convenient amenities like air conditioni... |
 Everest Porto Alegre Hotel The Everest Porto Alegre Hotel is located in Porto Alegre making it one of the best hotels to stay at while in town. Each of the 153 well-furnished guestrooms at the hotel ensures a comfortable stay with industry-standard room amenities. In-room facilities include air conditioning, hair dryer, internet access, in room safe, television, separate shower and tub. To suit guests' convenience, this Por... |
| Royal Palace Hotel Set in a prime location of Porto Alegre, Royal Palace Hotel puts everything the city has to offer just outside your doorstep. The hotel offers a wide range of amenities and perks to ensure you have a great time. Service-minded staff will welcome and guide you at the Royal Palace Hotel. Non smoking rooms can be found in each guestroom. The hotel offers various recreational opportunities. For reliab... |