Sao Paulo Brazil Travel Guide
Morning: Arrive at GRU. Take transport to the city center. Visit Mercado Municipal for a mortadella sandwich. Explore Sé Cathedral and the Center Histórico.
Afternoon: Board the Metro to Avenida Paulista. Visit MASP (check free entry days) or Farol Santander for panoramic city views (book tickets in advance).
A weekend offers a taste, while a week allows for exploration.
The PAST And culture: Explore Centro Histórico (Sé Cathedral, Pátio do Colégio, Mosteiro of Saint Bento). Lunch at Mercado Municipal.
Art, Parks, and Bohemian Vibes: Ibirapuera Park (walking, cycling, museums). Lunch in Pinheiros.
Select from day trips or urban cultural dives.
A week allows for exploration of neighborhoods, museums, food tours, and a day trip or two.
Two weeks allows for in-depth exploration, multiple day trips, cultural immersion, and encountering the city's after-dark activities and culinary scene in depth. This timeframe also allows for a multi-day extension to another region of Brazil.
Explore additional day trips like Paranapiacaba or Holambra.
Attend theater at Theatro Municipal, concerts at Sala São Paulo. Take a language course.
Use 3-5 days to visit Rio de Janeiro, A city In brazil, or explore Minas Gerais.
Tailor your São Paulo experience to your specific passions.
Explore Historic Center: Sé Cathedral, Pátio do Colégio, Mosteiro de São Bento. Visit Pinacoteca do Estado.
Mercado Municipal tasting tour, Liberdade for Japanese food, "comida por quilo" and churrascaria.
Ibirapuera Park (cycling, walking), Pico do Jaraguá hike, Cantareira State Park trails.
Ibirapuera Park (Planetarium, Museu Afro Brasil), São Paulo Zoo, Museu do Futebol, Catavento Cultural.
Focus on MASP, Pinacoteca, Instituto Tomie Ohtake, and Japan House. Explore Beco do Batman street art.
Visit the serene Sé Cathedral and Mosteiro from São Bento. Take a trip to Templo Zu Lai (Buddhist temple).
São Paulo offers choices for all budgets, from backpacker to lavish.
Food: "comida por quilo," street food, local markets. Transport: Public transport using the Bilhete Único.
Accommodation: Mid-range hotels or comfortable Airbnb rentals. Dining: Casual to mid-range restaurants.
From opulent stays to smart savings, São Paulo provides choices.
Summer (Dec-Feb): High heat, humidity, rain. Winter (Jun-Aug): Milder, drier, ideal for city exploration.
Time your visit for major galas for unique insights into the city's culture and energy.
Lower prices for flights and accommodation, fewer crowds at attractions.
Be ready for potential cooler temperatures (winter) or a greater amount of rain (the start of spring/late autumn).
Greater flexibility with bookings and shorter lines at popular spots.
