Pelotas

Worth seeing in and around Pelotas

4 places within 25 km that the world writes about, in the order of how widely: the ones a visitor has heard of first, then the ones only a local would name.

1. 01
   Estádio Bento Freitas

   Estádio Bento Mendes de Freitas is a multi-use stadium located in Pelotas, Brazil. It is used mostly for football matches and hosts the home matches of Grêmio Esportivo Brasil.

   1 km · multi-use stadium in Pelotas, Brazil · Wikipedia
2. 02
   Estádio Boca do Lobo

   Estádio Boca do Lobo is a stadium in Pelotas, Brazil. It has a capacity of 18,000 spectators.

   1.3 km · stadium in Pelotas, Brazil · Wikipedia
3. 03
   Federal University of Pelotas

   The Federal University of Pelotas is a Brazilian public higher education institution, maintained by the Federal Government with administrative headquarters in the city of Pelotas, in the state of Rio Grande do Sul. It also has a campus in the city of Capão do Leão.

   2.1 km · university in Brazil · Wikipedia
4. 04
   Universidade Católica de Pelotas

   The Catholic University of Pelotas is a private and non-profit Catholic university, located in Pelotas, one of the more southern cities of Brazil. It is one of the largest and most prestigious universities in Rio Grande do Sul.

   300 m · University, academic publisher · Wikipedia

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What Wikivoyage says to see

Pelotas offers a wealth of architectural and cultural attractions that are sure to captivate any visitor. Here are some must-see places: Cathedral of St. Francis de Paola: Located in the heart of the city, this stunning neo-Baroque cathedral is an architectural masterpiece. Its intricate details and towering spires make it a sight to behold.

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Things to do

In addition to its cultural offerings, Pelotas also hosts several events and festivals throughout the year. One of the most popular is the Fenadoce, a traditional festival celebrating the city's sweet culinary heritage. During this annual festival, held by two weeks in June, visitors can indulge in a variety of sweets, attend cooking workshops, and enjoy live music performances.

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Where to eat

Pelotas is renowned for its gastronomy, particularly its traditional sweets. It is no wonder that Pelotas won the title of "National Sweet Capital". A visit to Pelotas would not be complete without trying the famous Doces de Pelotas (Pelotas Sweets). These exquisite sweets, made with ingredients such as egg yolks, sugar, and fruit, come in a variety of flavors and shapes.

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Getting to Pelotas

Airports

Porto Alegre-Salgado Filho (POA), 227 km

• Porto Alegre → Pelotas

  220 km · quickest by road, 4h 57m · R$70–95
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• Florianópolis → Pelotas

  591 km · quickest by road, 11h 35m · R$190–255
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