//
Place in south Brazil
Photo: Eugenio Hansen, OFS, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Pelotas is a municipality in the extreme south of the state of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil's southernmost state, on the west of Lagoa dos Patos. The city is known as the National Capital of Sweets and has important European-style buildings. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a food lover, or simply looking to explore a lesser-known gem, Pelotas has something for everyone who visit.
By bus
Expresso Embaixador operates the intercity bus route between Porto Alegre and Pelotas, taking 3 hours and 15 minutes in a comfortable executive bus.
By car
The only access route from Porto Alegre to Pelotas and other cities in the south is the BR-116 highway. The route is approximately 260 km.
The best way to explore Pelotas is on foot, as many of the city's main attractions are located in a relatively small area.
Read in the guideChoose an airport to see hotels, stations, taxi ranks and car rental desks around it.
Pelotas · Regional · PET
Loading places around the airport…
Articles and travel topics about Pelotas and Brazil.
InspirationExplore the best places to visit in February across snow festivals, world-famous carnivals, tropical island beaches, and polar night aurora displays.
6 min read
Travel tipsPlan your trip with our Rio Carnival 2027 guide. Compare Sambadrome tickets, street blocos, safety strategies, and neighborhood hotel recommendations.
8 min read
ItinerariesLearn how to plan a trip around major sports events in 2027, covering ticket deadlines, rooms, flights, and costs for the world's biggest tournaments.
7 min read
ItinerariesThe coast of Uruguay is where both the country's population and its tourist destinations tend to be concentrated—not to mention its many beaches.
Wikivoyage
Every section of the guide. Open one to read it in full.