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 Rua Augusta 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 City Hall. 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.

Itaim Bibi
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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Morumbi

You'll enjoy the museums and live music in Morumbi. You might want to make time for a stop at Morumbi Stadium or Bandeirantes Palace.

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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
Wyndham Ibirapuera Convention Plaza Hotel

Wyndham Ibirapuera Convention Plaza Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Av. Ibirapuera 2927 São Paulo SP
The price is €67 per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
€67
21 Dec - 22 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in São Paulo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,497 reviews)
I liked the hotel very much. Parking was convenient and easy, nearby Shopping Ibirapuera, where there is a money exchange shop on the third floor. The hotel is very close to the subway station, that is very convenient if you need to go to the city center or Avenida Paulista. The staff was very cordial ...

Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

Wyndham Ibirapuera Convention Plaza Hotel
Rosewood Sao Paulo

Rosewood Sao Paulo

5 out of 5
Rua Itapeva, 435 São Paulo SP
The price is €457 per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
€457
21 Dec - 22 Dec
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! (1,009 reviews)
Best property in Sao Paolo

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Rosewood Sao Paulo
Cozzy Premium Paulista Hotel

Cozzy Premium Paulista Hotel

3.5 out of 5
R. Dr. Tomás Carvalhal, 325 Sao Paulo SP
The price is €59 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
€59
15 Dec - 16 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in São Paulo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Paulista Avenue and Allianz Parque ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (79 reviews)
I stayed at the hotel two times during my trip. The hotel was new, the rooms were perfect and the breakfast was the very best that I have had in Brazil and perhaps elsewhere. I was looking forward to rating this hotel.

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

Cozzy Premium Paulista Hotel
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! (1,190 reviews)
Room is really small but with all services and greatly located

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Apê Av Paulista Haddock Lobo
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! (2,199 reviews)
Convenient location, efficiently run and comfortable stay.

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Transamerica Prime International Plaza
Apê Bela Cintra

Apê Bela Cintra

3 out of 5
Rua Bela Cintra, 934 São Paulo SP
Stay at this apartment in São Paulo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,139 reviews)
Good stuff

Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Apê Bela Cintra
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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Top destination
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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