Dog Friendly Activities in Central & South America

Don’t leave Fido in the hotel room when you’re on vacation. Get out and play! No matter where you’re headed in Central & South America, we can point you towards the nearest off-leash dog park, the most popular dog beach, a really great hiking trail, and lots of other places to play with Fido.

Praia do Diabo

Rio de Janeiro, BR

Praia do Diabo Devil's Beach, despite its name, is actually paradise for pups! Locals know it as the best beach dog in the area, allowing dogs to run loose on the sand and in the shallows. See Details

Rio Design Barra

Rio de Janeiro, BR

Rio Design Barra Rio Design Barra is a pet-friendly shopping mall in Rio, Brazil. Fashion, culture, and food come together at this hub in Brazil's capital city. You and your pooch can access the mall on Monday through Saturday from 10am to 10pm and Sunday from 3pm to 9pm. See Details

Shopping Iguatemi

Florianópolis, BR

Shopping Iguatemi Shopping Iguatemi welcomes small dogs on a leash to join their owners in the store. Dogs must be in the owners lap or carried while hanging out. The opening times are Monday through Saturday from 10am to 11pm and Sunday from 11am to 10pm. See Details

ParCão

Curitiba, BR

ParCão ParCao is a pet-friendly park in Curitiba. This is a great place to take your pup for some leashed fun. The park has lots of trails winding around to explore with your pooch. The park is always open, so you can enjoy it with your pooch whenever. See Details

Esmalteria Nacional da Heitor Penteado

São Paulo, BR

Esmalteria Nacional da Heitor Penteado Esmalteria Nacional da Heitor Penteado is pet-friendly. People getting their nails done are able to bring their pups with them for support. Relax with a nice pedicure, while your pup chills by your side. Esmalteria Nacional da Heitor Penteado is open Monday from 9:30am to 7:00pm and Tuesday through Saturday from 8:30am to 8:30pm. See Details

Orla do Guaíba - Parque Moacyr Sclia

Porto Alegre, BR

Orla do Guaíba - Parque Moacyr Sclia Orla do Guaíba - Parque Moacyr Sclia is pet-friendly. It's one of the most beloved places in the area to see the sunset. In fact, this region is said to be the most beautiful in Brazil. Leashed pups can join their owners on the trails by the coast. See Details

Boulevard Shopping

Belo Horizonte, BR

Boulevard Shopping This Shopping Mall is pet-friendly. They offer a dog cart to small dogs under 22lbs, allowing the customer to walk with their pooch. Larger pets are allowed as well, but they must be leashed and not in the cart. All the stores that allows dogs have a sticker at the front door. Pets are not allowed in the movie theater and food court. Boulevard Shopping is open every day of the week from 10am until 10pm. See Details

Lagoa da Pampulha

Belo Horizonte, BR

Lagoa da Pampulha Dogs are welcome at Lagoa da Pampulha. This pet-friendly park welcomes you and your dog to go for a walk together surrounded by nature. The centerpiece of the park is an artificial lake, Lake Pampulha. Check out the paved trail that winds around the lake and have a picnic on the grassy area with your pooch. The park is always open. See Details

Matilha Cultural

São Paulo, BR

Matilha Cultural Matilha Cultural is a pet-friendly cultural center in Sao Paolo. They welcome you and your dog to enjoy a movie together, watch a concert, or take part in one of the other activities they host throughout the year. They accept donations of food to help feed the community and even host adoption drives for local dogs looking for their forever homes. Matilha Cultural is open Tuesday through Saturday from 12pm to 8pm and Sunday from 10am to 8pm. See Details

Dog Park Cumbaya

Quito, EC

Dog Park Cumbaya Fido is welcome to play at Dog Park Cumbaya in Quito, EC. This fenced-in park has a bone-shaped pool to wade in, as well as tunnels, bridges and other agility obstacles for Fido to enjoy. Owners can sit at one of the tables or benches while their pup plays. See Details

Shopping da Bahia

Salvador, BR

Shopping da Bahia Shopping da Bahia is pet-friendly. Dogs with a maximum height of 60 cm who weigh less than 25kg are allowed inside this mall in Salvador. They also accept cats, rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, hamsters, chinchillas, birds and other domestic animals inside carry bags and strollers that are properly enclosed. They are not allowed in food courts, restaurants, the movie theater, banks, pharmacies and toilets. Shopping da Bahia is open Monday through Saturday from 9am to 10pm and Sunday from 1pm to 9pm. See Details

Caracol Park

Gramado, BR

Caracol Park Caracol Park is pet-friendly. Located 7km from the center of the city, it's the most visited park in Rio Grande do Sul. There's lots to do here, including grabbing a bite at the restaurant, wandering around a craft fair, and taking a stroll on the trails. Inside the park, you'll find Maria Fumaça, an old west style village, labyrinth, and ecological trails. The main attraction is the Caracol Waterfall, a beautiful spot to enjoy with your pooch. Caracol Park is open every day of the week from 9:00am to 5:30pm. See Details

Feria Verde

San José, San Jose, CR

Feria Verde Feria Verde is pet-friendly. Every Saturday from 7:00am to 12:30pm, people and pups gather to shop a market full of kids items, canine items, natural products, and healthy food, all accompanied by good music. Fido might even sniff out some free samples. Afterwards, enjoy a bite to eat and play on the field next to the market. The market is open Tuesday from 1:00pm to 7:00pm and Saturday from 7am to 12:30pm. See Details

Casa & Gourmet

Rio de Janeiro, BR

Casa & Gourmet Casa & Gourmet is pet-friendly. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners in this mall and are even allowed in certain shops. Don't forget to keep your pooch under control and to clean up any mess. Casa & Gourmet is open Monday through Saturday from 10am to 10pm and Sunday from 12pm to 9pm. See Details

Ca'dore - Food Uncomplicated

Curitiba, BR

Ca'dore - Food Uncomplicated Ca'dore - Food Uncomplicated is pet-friendly. The gastronomic center is located in Bacacheri also and allows pets to join in the fun. There are 41 dining options, including dessert, omelets, sandwiches, Mexican, Greek, Peruvian and other options. This food hub is open Tuesday through Friday from 6:00pm to 11:00pm, Saturday from 12:30pm to 11:00pm, and Sunday from 12:30pm to 10:00pm. See Details

Iguatemi

Fortaleza, BR

Iguatemi Iguatemi is pet-friendly. They allow pets on all floors and sectors and the food court has an exclusive area for owners to snack with their pets by their side. Iguatemi is open Monday through Saturday from 10am to 10pm and Sunday from 1pm to 9pm. See Details

Let's Walk a Rescue Dog in Quito

Quito, EC

Let's Walk a Rescue Dog in Quito 'Let's Walk a Rescue Dog in Quito' is a pet-friendly Airbnb Experience hosted by Alberto. Dogs are welcome to join this experience, although your pooch will be taking a spot away from a rescue who could be getting a nice walk. Dog owners are also reminded that shelter pups might be carrying certain infections, so it may not be safe for your pup. The experience lasts 4 hours and can accommodate up to 10 guests. Rates start at $55 per person. See Details

Esplanada do Mineirao

Belo Horizonte, BR

Esplanada do Mineirao Esplanada do Mineirao is a pet-friendly soccer stadium in Belo Horizonte. Cruzeiro, the team who play their games in the stadium, are one of the biggest multisport clubs in the country. They run a project called arcaobancada where they allow pets to watch a game with their owners. Check their website for game times and upcoming schedules. See Details

Studio Kangoo 3 Figueiras

Porto Alegre, BR

Studio Kangoo 3 Figueiras Studio Kangoo 3 Figueiras is pet-friendly. This fitness studio is a great place to hang out with your pooch, and get fit at the same time. Dogs are welcome throughout the facility, as long as they are well-behaved and don't interrupt the other class members. Hooks can be found on the walls to leash your dog during the more intense activity. Studio Kangoo 3 Figueiras is open weekdays from 8am until 10pm. See Details