We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Guaiba Lake (River)

Porto Alegre, State of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
Update attraction details
Ranked #4 of 72 attractions in Porto Alegre
Type: Bodies of Water
Description: Lake Guaiba receives the water of Jacui River, Cai River, Sinos River and Gravatai River.
Write a Review

102 reviews from our community

Visitor rating
    54
    31
    14
    3
    0
Date Rating
Washington DC, District of Columbia
Top Contributor
193 reviews 193 reviews
88 attraction reviews
Reviews in 44 cities Reviews in 44 cities
123 helpful votes 123 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013 via mobile

It is an incredible body of water, in what the sun produce incredible lights and colors everyday. Also you may have the chance to enjoy a boat ride in its dark-brown waters. It's the way out of big and small boats from Porto Alegre (Happy Port) to another incredible sound-like large water body called "Lagôa dos Patos" (Duck's Lake), and... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 22 more reviews by darwinsail for Porto Alegre
Washington DC, District of Columbia
Top Contributor
193 reviews 193 reviews
88 attraction reviews
Reviews in 44 cities Reviews in 44 cities
123 helpful votes 123 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 14, 2012

It is a brown color river, and you can appreciated it from various points in the city. Also you can go for a park along the river (be careful it can be dangerous sometimes) or go to Ipanema and enjoy it.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 22 more reviews by darwinsail for Porto Alegre
porto alegre
Top Contributor
75 reviews 75 reviews
29 attraction reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 7, 2012

Ok, go there during the sunset, it doesn't matter the season, it's always incredibly beautiful! You can walk and admire the awesome view from the lake and the sky. It's worth every second spent there.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 25 more reviews by Fm2008 for Porto Alegre
Porto Alegre, RS
Reviewer
5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 18, 2012

One of the most beautiful sunsets in the world! Blend of colors and shades. A trip by boat is very recommended, because of the city views.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by Luciano790 for Porto Alegre
Porto Alegre, RS
Contributor
18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 27, 2012

Great place to at the end of the day. Fantastic view. In a clear day, you should deffinitly go there.

Was this review helpful? Yes
Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 19, 2012

The sunset is fantastic! And makes Porto Alegre beatifull.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by Izabella B for Porto Alegre
Miami
Senior Contributor
33 reviews 33 reviews
10 attraction reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 13, 2012

Porto Alegre is known for having one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world. The sunset over river Guaiba is absolutely beautiful!! This is a very large river with many small islands that makes for a very interesting and beautiful boat ride. Very peaceful and enjoyable.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by TravelpeopleMiami for Porto Alegre
Sao Paulo, SP
Senior Contributor
31 reviews 31 reviews
11 attraction reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 9, 2012

The river goes trough a long line from southwest to south of the city, borderlined with parks and marinas, making a good place to go to watch the sunset

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 4 more reviews by Marcelo S for Porto Alegre
Campinas, SP
Senior Contributor
39 reviews 39 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 23, 2012

Going in the boat trip through the Guaíba in the end of a cold day was a nice experience. I gives you a beautiful, calm and different view of the city and its surrondings. Recommended.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by rodsd for Porto Alegre
Sao Paulo
Contributor
17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 20, 2012

great place to stay for hours, and see the sunset.

Was this review helpful? Yes

Travelers who viewed Guaiba Lake (River) also viewed

 

Been to Guaiba Lake (River)? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Guaiba Lake (River), register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing