Sao Paulo

Travel Guide

Bank of Brazil Cultural Center featuring street scenes and heritage architecture as well as a large group of people
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 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

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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 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.

Itaim Bibi
Famous Cable-Stayed Bridge and Office Buildings in São Paulo City, Brazil

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.

Pinheiros
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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.

Moema
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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.

Morumbi
City of São Paulo - Vila Mariana | Buildings from High Perspective

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 Cinemateca Brasileira are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Vila Mariana Station or Ana Rosa Station to get around.

Vila Mariana
 Gran Villagio Hotel SP by Castelo Itaipava

Gran Villagio Hotel SP by Castelo Itaipava

3.5 out of 5
Rua Martins Fontes, 330 São Paulo
The price is €54 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
€54
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in São Paulo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Paulista Avenue and Allianz Parque are located ...
Gran Villagio Hotel SP by Castelo Itaipava
Hampton by Hilton Guarulhos Airport

Hampton by Hilton Guarulhos Airport

4 out of 5
Rua Pedro De Toledo, 1000 Guarulhos
The price is €69 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
€69
18 Mar - 19 Mar
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! (2,457 reviews)
The breakfast was excellent, the location waسs good, the staff were friendly, but the room was bad and the towels were in shabby condition.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Hampton by Hilton Guarulhos Airport
TRYP by Wyndham Sao Paulo Paulista Paraiso

TRYP by Wyndham Sao Paulo Paulista Paraiso

3.5 out of 5
Afonso de Freitas 148, Paraiso São Paulo
The price is €80 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
€80
27 Mar - 28 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in São Paulo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,521 reviews)
Great location, lots of attractions within walking distance

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

TRYP by Wyndham Sao Paulo Paulista Paraiso
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! (1,386 reviews)
Comfortable

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

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! (2,280 reviews)
Great location, big size room but a bit dated. We saw mold in the bathroom and the closet doors were falling off the track

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Transamerica Prime International Plaza
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,101 reviews)
Los pasillos y zona del ascensor con un olor nada agradable. Buena ubicación

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Apê Pátio Paulista
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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