Before you go
Your trip to Torres.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Torres – RS
How to get there
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Aeroporto Internacional de Porto Alegre - Salgado Filho (POA) Porto Alegre
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Estação Rodoviária de Torres
Approximate road distances. Check flights and bus schedules before you travel.
Main road connections use the BR-101 and the Estrada do Mar. There is a bus station in the town. If arriving via Porto Alegre, arrange the onward trip to Torres and allow extra time for traffic, especially during busier periods on the coast.
How many days
We suggest two to three days to combine the main outings with rest. In one day, choose a few visits and organize transfers by area. With two days, split programs into separate periods and check access for your date.
When to go
Choose the season according to your interest in the beach or urban outings. Weekdays outside holidays help avoid busier periods. Assess wind, rain and sea conditions before swimming; keep alternatives for the day.
Do you need a car?
A car makes it easier to visit places away from the central area. For a concentrated itinerary, compare local transport and hired services. Choose accommodation according to priority outings and arrange the return before setting out, especially for rural areas or beaches.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
One day in Torres
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Morning
Parque da Guarita
Start with Parque da Guarita, allowing time to explore the place calmly. Check access conditions for your date and set the pace of the visit according to the group.
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Afternoon
Morro do Farol
After a lunch break, visit Morro do Farol. Organize the transfer beforehand and confirm the operation or conditions of the excursion.
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Late afternoon
Scenery and relaxation
Reserve the late afternoon to enjoy the seaside scenery without adding a long transfer. If the weather changes, bring the return forward.
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Evening
Dinner and free time
Choose a restaurant according to your preferences and the location of your accommodation. Use the remainder of the evening to rest or to organize the next day’s outings.
2 days in Torres
Day 1
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Morning
Parque da Guarita
Start with Parque da Guarita, allowing time to explore the place calmly. Check access conditions for your date and set the pace of the visit according to the group.
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Afternoon
Morro do Farol
After a lunch break, visit Morro do Farol. Organize the transfer beforehand and confirm the operation or conditions of the excursion.
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Late afternoon
Scenery and relaxation
Reserve the late afternoon to enjoy the seaside scenery without adding a long transfer. If the weather changes, bring the return forward.
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Evening
Dinner and free time
Choose a restaurant according to your preferences and the location of your accommodation. Use the remainder of the evening to rest or to organize the next day’s outings.
Day 2
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Morning
Prainha
Start with Prainha, allowing time to explore the place calmly. Check access conditions for your date and set the pace of the visit according to the group.
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Afternoon
Praia Grande
After a lunch break, visit Praia Grande. Organize the transfer beforehand and confirm the operation or conditions of the excursion.
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Late afternoon
Scenery and relaxation
Reserve the late afternoon to enjoy the seaside scenery without adding a long transfer. If the weather changes, bring the return forward.
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Evening
Dinner and free time
Choose a restaurant according to your preferences and the location of your accommodation. Use the remainder of the evening to rest or to organize the next day’s outings.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
What to see on a first visit to Torres?
Prioritize Parque da Guarita and Morro do Farol. With more time, include Prainha and Praia Grande, distributing visits according to travel.
How many days to reserve?
We suggest two to three days to do the tours with breaks. On a short visit, reduce the number of transfers.
Is a car necessary?
A car makes it easier to combine different areas. If you prefer to travel without a car, confirm local transport and the return from the tours before leaving.
How to get there by plane?
One option is to use Aeroporto Internacional de Porto Alegre - Salgado Filho, in Porto Alegre, and arrange the land transfer to your accommodation. Check flights for your travel dates.
How to organize the itinerary when the weather changes?
Check the conditions and operating status of each tour. Reorder visits, allow time for rest, and avoid having outdoor activities when conditions are unsuitable.