Canoas: The Famous Cidade-Dormitório
Canoas is a city located in the Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil. In 1945, it was called "Cidade-dormitório", which means “bedroom city” in Portuguese because workers would stay here and then commute to work to Porte Alegre. To get here, book a flight to Salgado Filho Airport.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit this city is during the warm season, which lasts from the months of March to May and from September to December. There are also other options if you are not able to visit Canoas during this time. Moreover, there are tourists who visit Brazil during the off-season just to score some amazing Canoas, Brazil hotel rates. Of course, the downside is that the weather at the time of your travel may be too hot or too cold. Our tip is to always plan and book everything in advance.
What to Do & Area Attractions
When you're here, you can visit the nearby Agostinho Martha Municipal Museum and Acoriano Sul Rio Grandense Museum. You can also stroll around the Alfandega Square where you can see some of the most historic and culturally significant buildings in the area. It's also near Lake Guaiba where you can walk around and admire its gorgeous sunset views. Other places to visit include the Airplane Square and Parque Getúlio Vargas.
A recommended hotel accommodation near Parque Getúlio Vargas is the Hotel Metropolitan, which is also near the train station. Hotel Express Canoas, on the other hand, is also a great option as it is near Airplane Square.