Car Rental in Center

Santana do Livramento is a unique border town that shares a street with Uruguayan Rivera, creating a fascinating dual urban environment with no visible border. With 1 rental location in the center, it's important to reserve a car early, especially during the summer months. From here, it's about 500 km to Porto Alegre via BR-293 and BR-116, roughly 5.5 hours' drive.

Praça Internacional literally marks the border between Brazil and Uruguay, and you can walk freely between the countries. The region is known for its estâncias and wine production – Campanha Gaúcha produces award-winning wines just 30–50 km from the center. Uruguayan Rivera offers duty-free shopping directly across the street.

Check carefully with the rental company whether the car is allowed to drive into Uruguay – Rivera is a popular shopping stop. Visit Bodega Almadén or other local wineries in Campanha Gaúcha, about 30 km north of the town. Drive south toward Quaraí (about 130 km) for an even more authentic Pampas experience.

Can I use my rental car on the Uruguayan side in Rivera? Usually not without special permission from the rental company – explicitly ask if border crossing is allowed. How long does it take to drive to Porto Alegre?

Porto Alegre is about 500 km north and takes approximately 5.5 hours via BR-293 and BR-116 – plan for an early start. Are there wineries to visit near Santana do Livramento? Yes, the Campanha Gaúcha region with wineries like Almadén and Guatambu is 20–50 km to the north and offers easy day trips.

We compare prices from all major providers at Center so you can see the total cost upfront - including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.