São José Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Visconde de Sao Leopoldo History Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Visconde de Sao Leopoldo History Museum during your travels in Sao Leopoldo. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the cathedral while you're in the area.
Train Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Train Museum during your trip to Sao Leopoldo. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Escolar Arnildo Hoppen Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Escolar Arnildo Hoppen Museum during your trip to Sao Leopoldo. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its cathedral.
Our pick of the best São José Hotel Deals

Hotel Moov Porto Alegre
Nice,hotel.thanks.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Hotel Continental Business
Ok
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025

ibis Porto Alegre Aeroporto
All good
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

ibis budget Porto Alegre - Supereconômico
good, but walls with little sound insulation.
Reviewed on 6 May 2024

Novotel Porto Alegre Airport
Spotless & modern hotel. Reception is warm & efficient with staff speaking English. Restaurant food is delicious with a variety of choices. Breakfast buffet which was included in the overnight was amazing with lots of variety!
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

Master Porto Alegre Hotel - Av Carlos Gomes, Proximo Consulado Americano
Good hotel
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around São José

Sao Leopoldo Centro
You'll enjoy the museums and historical sites in Sao Leopoldo Centro. You might want to make time for a stop at Visconde de Sao Leopoldo History Museum or Train Museum.

Pinheiros
While Pinheiros isn't home to many top sights, Visconde de Sao Leopoldo History Museum and Train Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Morro do Espelho
Travellers like the museums in Morro do Espelho, and Escolar Arnildo Hoppen Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Jardim América
Jardim América might not have many top sights, but Visconde de Sao Leopoldo History Museum and Escolar Arnildo Hoppen Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Fião
While Fião isn't home to many top sights, Visconde de Sao Leopoldo History Museum and Escolar Arnildo Hoppen Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Padre Reus
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Padre Reus and surrounding area, you can visit Visconde de Sao Leopoldo History Museum and Casa de Cultura de Esteio.
