Things To Do
in Rosário do Sul

Open views over the river and sandy banks provide excellent golden-hour and sunset photos; you’ll find locals fishing and relaxing, which adds life to images.

Colonial-era streets, the main church façade and town squares are great for street and architectural photography, especially early morning when light is soft.

Wide-open grasslands, grazing cattle and ranch buildings create iconic gaúcho landscape shots—best at dawn or dusk when light emphasizes textures and colors.

Vibrant scenes of food stalls, sellers and traditional products; candid portraits and detail shots of regional crafts and produce work well here.

Regional barbecue featuring various cuts of beef and pork grilled over wood or charcoal; best experienced at local churrascarias and estâncias where gaucho-style cooking is traditional.

Must-Try!

A hearty rice-and-dried-meat dish historically cooked by travelers; find it in family restaurants and at community events.

Bitter mate infusion served in a cuia and shared socially; you’ll see locals offering and drinking it throughout the day.

Milk-based sweets and traditional cakes from regional bakeries and markets—great with coffee in the afternoon.

Typical small-town market where you can buy fresh produce, local cheeses, sweets and handmade snacks; ideal for tasting regional products and buying souvenirs.

Daily neighborhood bakeries serve pão de queijo, coxinha and other savory pastries—perfect for quick, inexpensive bites and coffee.

Many restaurants include a 10% service charge (serviço) on the bill—check before adding an extra tip. If service is not included, leaving around 10% is appreciated. Round up taxi fares or leave small change; tipping is discretionary for bar staff and small services.

Cash (Brazilian real) is widely used in small businesses and markets; major cards (Visa, Mastercard) are accepted at many restaurants and hotels but coverage can be limited in rural establishments. Carry some cash for markets, bakeries and ranch visits; ATMs are available in town.

December–February: Warm to hot days with higher humidity and occasional afternoon thunderstorms. Great season for river activities and outdoor events, but bring sun protection and expect sudden rain.

March–May: Mild temperatures and drier days—pleasant for hiking, ranch visits and photography as colors shift and skies are often clearer.

June–August: Cooler to cold nights and mild days; frost is possible on cold snaps. Pack layers and a warm jacket for early mornings and evenings.

September–November: Warming temperatures, blooming wildflowers and active birdlife—good for outdoor excursions and rural photography, though showers can occur.

Options exist but are limited compared with meat dishes; look for salads, rice, beans, egg dishes and bakery items. Ask restaurants for cooked vegetable sides and avoid assuming a wide variety of vegetarian mains.

More challenging—carry snacks and be explicit about no dairy/eggs. Bakeries and churrascarias will have few choices, but markets sell fresh produce to prepare simple meals if you have access to a kitchen.

Not as common in traditional fare—ask staff about ingredients and prefer naturally gluten-free dishes like grilled meats, rice, salads and many sweets made from corn or manioc where appropriate.

Dairy features prominently; request clarification and communicate allergies clearly. Pharmacies stock common remedies and specialty foods are available in larger nearby cities.