10 Things to do Good for Kids in Serra Gaucha That You Shouldn't Miss

Vale dos Vinhedos, named after the valleys covered with vineyards and scenic landscapes featuring different shades in each of the four seasons, Vale dos Vinhedos enchants by the hospitality of the local residents combined with the high quality of the tourism technology and infrastructure offered. Along this lovely route, you can visit small farms, family and internationally renowned wineries, hotels, restaurants, art studios, store selling cheese, gourmet and homemade jams and confectionary.Vale dos Vinhedos wines are the only in Brazil to hold the Designation of Origin (DO).

Family Winery . Wines . Amazing Wine Experiences - The family has been producing wines for four generations and captivating its visitors with its descendants’ enthusiasm and authenticity, showing through the kind attention given to people, the passion for the winemaking! In the winery’s store, a charming and unique environment, you can get to know the history of the company, taste the wines and treat yourself with specially prepared regional products! The winery offers picnics, meals harmonized with wines and tours in the vineyards, being a reference in the enotourism experience in Serra Gaucha (the mountainous region in the northeastern portion of Rio Grande do Sul State, in Southern Brazil)!

Worthy of its reputation as one of South America’s best zoos, GramadoZoo is an animal reserve with a difference. Specializing in species native to Brazil and with an emphasis on animal welfare, GramadoZoo makes a welcome change for animal lovers, with spacious open living areas and most of the animals brought in as rescues. More than 1,500 animals currently inhabit the zoo, including capuchin and howler monkeys, tapir, emus and crocodiles, and a 1.800m walkways links each section. Most impressive is the huge aviary, where birds like arraras, parrots and toucans fly freely, while more dangerous creatures like jaguars, leopards and snakes can be seen from behind armored glass screens. Finally, for an even more thrilling encounter, visitors can also choose a night tour and take a peek at the zoo’s nocturnal residents.