Title: Visit South Region: Best of South Region Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca

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# South Region

## Travel Guide

![South Region which includes rainforest and a cascade](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052638/0961e3c9-ca4d-4bb6-a710-1872379b92f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![South Region which includes rainforest and a cascade](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052638/0961e3c9-ca4d-4bb6-a710-1872379b92f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Joaquina Beach featuring a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6098114/77916e30-8968-4bf6-a22d-a0a4de86a5dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Rio Grande do Sul Museum of Art featuring interior views and art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6098076/3f5056e0-d182-4716-aece-d81276721aa4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Porto Alegre showing a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2846/ca7bf8c4-461f-4763-8a42-7f27785db998.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit South Region

Where to stay

Things to do

#### Find miles of unspoiled coastline, surfing villages, majestic waterfalls and cities with a European flair in the southernmost corner of Brazil.

Discover everything from renowned surfing beaches to a natural wonder of the world and vineyards in Brazil’s South Region. This is one of the country’s most developed regions, a wealthy area that witnessed colonization from Germans, Italians and other European migrants. The South Region is made up of three states: [Paraná](https://www.expedia.ca/Parana-State.d6052638.Destination-Travel-Guides), [Santa Catarina](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Catarina-State.d6052646.Destination-Travel-Guides) and Rio Grande do Sul. Each has its own character yet all feature commonalities such as breathtaking natural scenery and vibrant cities.

Paraná is the region’s northernmost state and home to the internationally famous [Iguaçu Falls](https://www.expedia.ca/Iguacu-Falls-Puerto-Iguazu.d6171509.Vacation-Attraction). [Foz do Iguaçu](https://www.expedia.ca/Foz-Do-Iguacu.d180997.Destination-Travel-Guides) is an ideal base for exploring this fascinating collection of 275 waterfalls, located in the wildlife-rich [Parque Nacional do Iguaçu](https://www.expedia.ca/Parque-Nacional-Do-Iguacu-Foz-Do-Iguacu.d6098540.Vacation-Attraction) on the Brazil-Argentina border. Toward the east is the state capital, [Curitiba](https://www.expedia.ca/Curitiba.d951.Destination-Travel-Guides), a modern city with wide boulevards and vast green spaces. It’s also a gateway to the millennia-old rock formations of Parque Estadual de Vila Velha and a fascinating train journey to colonial Morretes.

Head south and explore the beaches and colonial towns of Santa Catarina. Santa Catarina Island has over 100 beaches that range from backpacker hangouts and secluded coves to surf spots and fishing communities. Visit the island’s tourist hub and 18th-century state capital, [Florianópolis](https://www.expedia.ca/Florianopolis.d6053360.Destination-Travel-Guides).

Spend some time at German towns, such as Blumenau and Joinville, in Santa Catarina’s interior. In October, Blumenau hosts a 3-week-long Oktoberfest to rival any Brazilian carnival. Experience Brazilian snowfall in the mountains around São Joaquim.

Where Brazil borders with Argentina and Uruguay, the flat pampas of Rio Grande do Sul showcase the nation’s gaucho and cattle-herding traditions. Go hiking in the canyons of Parque Nacional de Aparados da Serra. Join wine tours at the bodegas around Bento Gonçalves. Spend time in the riverside cities of [Porto Alegre](https://www.expedia.ca/Porto-Alegre.d2846.Destination-Travel-Guides) and Pelotas.

Reach Brazil's South Region by flying to international airports in Curitiba, Foz do Iguaçu, Florianópolis and Porto Alegre. Get around via domestic flights, intercity buses and organized tours. With a temperate climate, including hot summers and winter snow in the mountains, the South Region is a year-round destination with four seasons.

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### Where to stay in South Region

![Public Market showing street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6098084/e3d57726-c9f2-48f1-9ebc-c65896d7338b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Florianópolis Centro

5/5(3 area reviews)

 Florianópolis Centro is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Public Market and Legislative Assembly of Santa Caterina. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Florianopolis-Florianopolis-Centro.dx6053362)

![panorâmica e o pôr-do-sol na praia da Cachoeira do Bom Jesus Canasvieiras Florianopolis Santa Catarina Brasil Florianópolis  ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6212738/1419ced3-9029-4c2a-9bac-f40ff4f3305b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Canasvieiras

 Canasvieiras is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Canasvieiras Beach and Pit Lane. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Florianopolis-Canasvieiras.dx6212738)

![Nicoletti Square showing a pond and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6253069/a0f9d069-84ee-4890-912c-47f42121d412.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Gramado City Centre

 You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Gramado City Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Palace of Festivals or Gramado Central Avenue. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Gramado-Gramado-City-Centre.dx553248633981738103)

![Cathedral of St. John the Baptist featuring religious elements, a small town or village and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6242273/e1f8a1bb-1655-4136-859e-66c563a9e41c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Foz do Iguacu City Centre

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

 Foz do Iguacu City Centre is known for its secluded waterfalls, and you can plan a trip to Rafain Churrascaria Show and Mercosul Shopping Mall while you're in town. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Foz-Do-Iguacu-Foz-Do-Iguacu-City-Centre.dx553248633981738223)

![Praia Vermelha, bei Praia do Rosa, Santa Catarina, in Brasilien](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6212833/af77454a-f35c-4eca-a412-d9af2bda577d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Praia do Rosa

 You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in Praia do Rosa. You might want to make time for a stop at Rose Beach or Luz Beach. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Imbituba-Praia-Do-Rosa.dx6212833)

![Museum of Contemporary Art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6256012/33808c21-1c5d-4e6a-ad8b-81d75a66cba0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Curitiba Centro

4/5(6 area reviews)

 You'll enjoy the museums and cafes in Curitiba Centro. You might want to make time for a stop at 24 Hours Street or Rua Quinze de Novembro. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Curitiba-Curitiba-Centro.dx6143656)

- South Region Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in South Region

![Buona Vitta Gramado Resort & Spa by Gramado Parks](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73100000/73099400/73099394/776ee3f2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Buona Vitta Gramado Resort & Spa by Gramado Parks

Estr. Profa. Elvira Apolo Benetti 150 Gramado RS

CA $95

CA $108 total

Mar 19 - Mar 20

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Gramado. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Gramado ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (995 reviews)

This place is perfect! Staff are amazing and they are always helpful and friendly.

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

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![Intercity Curitiba Batel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44890000/44884300/44884232/1e4bd08c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Intercity Curitiba Batel

Rua Vinte e Quatro de Maio, 144 Curitiba PR

Stay at this hotel in Curitiba. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...

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ibis Florianopolis

Avenida Rio Branco 37 Florianópolis Santa Catarina

CA $96

CA $98 total

Mar 23 - Mar 24

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Florianópolis. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Top Market Floripa and Luz Square ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)

Great hotel with very reasonable prices. Friendly front desk staff and overall very clean hotel.

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

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SLAVIERO Londrina

Rua Goias, 877 - Centro Londrina PR

Stay at this aparthotel in Londrina. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Santuario de Schoenstatt and Praca Sete de Setembro ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (896 reviews)

Great location. Great service. Wish more utensils given just 2 plates, 2 set of silver wear and 2 glasses.

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

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![Laghetto Resort Golden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69560000/69554200/69554194/e7406528_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Laghetto Resort Golden

Rodovia RS 235, KM 31 - Carazal Gramado RS

Stay at this aparthotel in Gramado. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gramado Covered Street and Gramado Mine are located ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (228 reviews)

Atendimento excelente, comida deliciosa e instalações impecáveis. Voltarei sempre!

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

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![Helbor Stay Batel - Yogha](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68790000/68782000/68781953/74d47798_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Helbor Stay Batel - Yogha

Av. Silva Jardim 2424 Curitiba PR

Stay at this apartment in Curitiba. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (523 reviews)

This property looks nice from the outside, and the lobby was clean, but up on the 13th floor, the carpet in the hallway was dirty. When I got in my room it smelled musty and the floor looked dirty. I opened the curtains and discovered a LOT of mold. I messaged with the woman in charge of rooms in ...

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025

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### Popular places to visit

![Drone view of Beto Carrero World kart track and amusement park with coastal city in the background.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6190960/71afe3af-c206-4056-8352-e1331b244143.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Beto Carrero World

Enjoy the rides and games at Beto Carrero World and see why people love this theme park in Penha. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's theater scene. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Beto-Carrero-World-Praia-da-Armacao-do-Itapocoroi.d6190960.Vacation-Attraction)

![No longer open 24 hours a day. A pleasant covered shopping street.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6143654/ef2e67e7-bb50-4fa4-ac9d-af4174003969.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 24 Hours Street

2/5(1 review)

You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit 24 Hours Street, a favorite shopping spot in Curitiba. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/24-Hours-Street-Curitiba.d6184517.Vacation-Attraction)

![Praia dos ingleses - Florianópolis - Brasil](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6098092/a49b9616-6459-4eb3-bf58-85332337a46b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Ingleses Beach

5/5(1 review)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ingleses Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Florianópolis. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Ingleses-Beach-Florianopolis.d6098092.Vacation-Attraction)

![Bombinhas - Santa Catarina - Brazil.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6211926/0d9feff9-36ab-479e-a1df-fff7dfedea2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Bombinhas Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Bombinhas Beach during your travels in Bombinhas Centro? 

[](https://expedia.ca/Bombinhas-Beach-Itajai.d6211926.Vacation-Attraction)

![International Jurere Beach, Brazil](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6098530/e323a08a-f62a-42bc-a47a-8d45f6775180.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Jurere Beach

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Jurere Beach during your travels in Florianópolis? You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Jurere-Beach-Jurere.d6098530.Vacation-Attraction)

![Covered street - Gramado, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6258340/b76e2b98-372d-48de-b956-31da74a197cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Gramado Covered Street

5/5(1 review)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Gramado Covered Street during your trip to Gramado. Amble around the area's parks or experience its theater scene. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Gramado-Covered-Street-Gramado.d6258340.Vacation-Attraction)

- Places of interest

- [Praia do Campeche ](https://expedia.ca/Praia-Do-Campeche-Campeche.d553248621532464314.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Jurere Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Jurere-Beach-Jurere.d6098530.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Joaquina Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Joaquina-Beach-Lagoa-da-Conceicao.d6098114.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Barra da Lagoa Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Barra-Da-Lagoa-Beach-Florianopolis.d6236761.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Snowland Park ](https://expedia.ca/Snowland-Park-Gramado.d553248621562480832.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Santinho Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Santinho-Beach-Florianopolis.d6098093.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Mole Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Mole-Beach-Florianopolis.d6098096.Vacation-Attraction)

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