Sao Paulo

Travel Guide

Bank of Brazil Cultural Center featuring street scenes and heritage architecture as well as a large group of people
Italia Building which includes a city and skyline
Sao Paulo showing modern architecture
Sao Paulo showing street performance as well as a large group of people
Sao Paulo which includes city views, a city and a skyscraper

Sao Paulo Travel Guide Video

Experience the cultural diversity of in this megacity and visit religious buildings or practice your Portuguese with locals innightclubs, before shopping at designer shops under the shadow of toweringskyscrapers.

The largest city in Brazilis often considered by some to be simply a commercial city, but a recentcultural revival in São Paulo has seen it become amajor attraction with many museums, galleries and a vibrant nightlife. Thepopulous city boasts one of the most dramatic skylines in the world, but withmany historical sites nestled between the towering glass skyscrapers.

There are plenty of things to see outside the citycentre the parks and gardens of São Paulo arepopular meeting places at the weekends. Although a little Portuguese goes along way, you’ll find English is spoken at most of the major sights andattractions in the city.

For a bit of tranquillity, visit Parque doIbirapuera this is a great place to spend the afternoon, chilling on theshores of the lakes surrounded by trees. In the evening, visit the AuditorioIbirapuera for an outdoor concert. See how the night sky unfolding before youreyes in the Planetário Professor Aristóteles Orsini. Go to the Museu de ArteModerna in to view works by Pablo Picasso and Brazilian artists.

Learn more about the history of SãoPaulo and visit some of the oldest sites of the city. Visit theiconic Mosteiro de São Bento and observe the Sunday Mass with Gregorian chants,then take a selfie with the nearby Cathedral of São Paulo, one of the mostphotographed buildings in the city.

Where to stay in Sao Paulo

Paulista Avenue featuring a city and modern architecture

Jardins

4.5/5(8 area reviews)

Museums, shopping and cafes highlight some of the noteworthy features of Jardins. Make a stop by Paulista Avenue or Museum of Image and Sound while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Jardins
City Hall which includes street scenes and a city

Itaim Bibi

4/5(2 area reviews)

Take time in Itaim Bibi to visit attractions like Parque do Povo and JK Iguatemi Shopping Mall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Campo Belo Station to see more of the city.

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Aeroporto Internacional Governador André Franco Montoro

3/5(1 area review)

Visitors to Aeroporto Internacional Governador André Franco Montoro enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, International Terminal Duty Free Shop is worth a stop.

Aeroporto Internacional Governador André Franco Montoro
Ibirapuera Park showing night scenes and outdoor art as well as an individual male

Moema

Moema is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Shopping Ibirapuera and São Paulo Museum of Modern Art are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Eucaliptos Subway Station or Moema Station to get around.

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Pinheiros

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Pinheiros is a destination travellers like for its bars, and you might hop aboard the metro at Faria Lima Station or Pinheiros Metro Station to explore sights like Batman's Alley.

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Vila Mariana

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Vila Mariana is well liked for its museums and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Paulista Avenue and Shopping Metro Santa Cruz are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Vila Mariana Station or Ana Rosa Station to get around.

Vila Mariana
Rosewood Sao Paulo

Rosewood Sao Paulo

5 out of 5
Rua Itapeva, 435 São Paulo SP
The price is €567 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
€567
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in São Paulo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
One of kind hotel in the heart of Sao Paulo

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Rosewood Sao Paulo
Hampton by Hilton Guarulhos Airport

Hampton by Hilton Guarulhos Airport

4 out of 5
Rua Pedro De Toledo, 1000 Guarulhos
The price is €78 per night from 20 Jan to 21 Jan
€78
20 Jan - 21 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Guarulhos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,359 reviews)
Clean room/excellent breakfast/ excellent staff.

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Hampton by Hilton Guarulhos Airport
Grand Mercure SP Itaim Bibi

Grand Mercure SP Itaim Bibi

4.5 out of 5
Rua Tenente Negrao 200 São Paulo SP
The price is €135 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
€135
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in São Paulo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (928 reviews)
I didn’t use the bar, or had breakfast, but overall my family and I enjoyed our stay, we would book it again and recommend.

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Grand Mercure SP Itaim Bibi
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Apê Av Paulista Haddock Lobo

Apê Av Paulista Haddock Lobo

3 out of 5
Av. Paulista, 2240 São Paulo SP
Stay at this apartment in São Paulo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Paulista Avenue and Allianz Parque are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,282 reviews)
Great location and clean property. They should be more flexible with the check in and check out.

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

Apê Av Paulista Haddock Lobo
Apê Pátio Paulista

Apê Pátio Paulista

3 out of 5
Av. Paulista, 07, Bela Vista São Paulo SP
Stay at this apartment in São Paulo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,046 reviews)
It was nice but the place got noisy. Convenient with public transportation and affordable

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2025

Apê Pátio Paulista
Transamerica Prime International Plaza

Transamerica Prime International Plaza

4 out of 5
Alameda Santos, 981 São Paulo SP
Stay at this aparthotel in São Paulo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,236 reviews)
Staff were great, helpful and friendly. Room was a bit dated but spacious and bed was very comfortable. Air conditioner was super loud though, works well but if you’re a light sleeper you may get a bit bothered by the constant noise. Breakfast was good, mostly the same menu but with some changes ...

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Transamerica Prime International Plaza
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Sao Paulo

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Wonderful shopping malls downtown very Western

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Went for F1 didn't see a lot but looks very much a busy city hundreds of tower blocks

4/5 - Good

Roger

I was only overnighting in Sao Paulo so no time to explore or enjoy so Hotel Oyo Paulista met my requirements perfectly.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Quite spread out but lots to do, see and eat!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

I love São Paulo and have visited many times. It has plenty of challenges if the visitor, and you really need some Portuguese to get the most out of it. But One of the world’s great cities no question

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great ramen at lamen kazu - in liberdade district

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