With some terrific day trip options available in the surrounding area, having your own car makes sense. Without one, it wouldn’t be half as easy to explore all that Santa Maria, 30 miles away, has to offer. Medianeira Memorial should be high up on your list here. Vicente Pallotti Museum and Historical and Cultural Museum of the Franciscan Sisters are also not to be missed. Situated 60 miles away, Santa Cruz do Sul is another popular choice. If you drop by, make sure you check out Cave of Indians, Colegio Maua Museum and Max Shopping Center.