Before you go
Your trip to Garibaldi.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Garibaldi – RS Destination Serra Gaúcha about 104 km from Porto Alegre
How to get there
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Aeroporto Internacional Salgado Filho (POA) Porto Alegre
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Rodoviária de Garibaldi
Approximate road distances. Check flights and bus schedules before you travel.
Garibaldi is 104 km from Porto Alegre, close to two hours by car, and 14 km from Bento Gonçalves. Unesul runs buses from the Porto Alegre Bus Station. The nearest airport is in Caxias do Sul; Salgado Filho, in Porto Alegre, has more flights.
How many days
One day is enough for the historic center and two wineries. Many people come from Bento Gonçalves or arrive on the Maria Fumaça, which stops at the town's station.
When to go
Fenachamp, the sparkling wine festival, takes place in October every two years, in odd-numbered years. The grape harvest runs from December to March. Winter is cold and busy throughout the mountains.
Do you need a car?
Not in the center: Rua Buarque de Macedo, the Igreja Matriz, Peterlongo and the Cooperativa are within walking distance. For the wineries in the countryside and the Vale dos Vinhedos, yes.
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 Garibaldi
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Morning
Historic Center (Rua Buarque de Macedo)
The immigrants' mansions, on foot. The street is home to the museum, city hall and the main church.
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Morning
Igreja Matriz São Pedro
Close by, on Rua Dante Grossi, with a tall tower and stained glass windows.
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Afternoon
Vinícola Peterlongo
The castle, the underground cellar and the tasting. Book ahead.
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Late afternoon
Cooperativa Vinícola Garibaldi
Sparkling wines and grape juices, also in the center. A good way to end the day.
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
Can I visit Garibaldi on a day trip from Bento Gonçalves?
Easily. It's 14 km, about 20 minutes by car. The Maria Fumaça also stops in Garibaldi, with a tasting at the station.
Do I need to book at the wineries?
It's recommended, especially on weekends. Peterlongo and the Cooperativa offer tours with tastings.
When is Fenachamp?
In October, every two years, in odd-numbered years, on the weekends and holidays of the month.