Welcome to São Paulo

São Paulo is home to 20 million fiercely proud paulistanos (as residents are known), all of whom will happily tell you at length to you how they'd never live elsewhere. Spend time with them and the reasons will soon unfold. Maybe they will introduce you to the city’s innumerable art-house cinemas and experimental theaters. If they’re gourmands, they’ll focus on the smart bistros and gourmet restaurants that make the city a world-renowned foodie haven. If they’re scenesters, follow them on a raucous tour of underground bars and the 24/7 clubbing scene. Whatever pleasures you might covet, Sampa (the city's affectionate nickname) probably has them in spades.

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Of course, it's also enormous, intimidating and, at first glance at least, no great beauty (to say nothing of the smog, the traffic, the crumbling sidewalks and the gaping divide between poor and rich).

A beautiful mess, if you will? And Brazil's city of dreams.

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Sao Paulo Private City Tour with Customizable Itinerary

ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Pateo do Collegio, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloSão Paulo´s foundation siteDuration: 30 minutesStop At: Catedral da Se de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloSão Paulo main catholic church and an icon of the cityDuration: 10 minutesPass By: Mosteiro De Sao Bento, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulotraditional religious order located downtown São PauloPass By: Farol Santander, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloOld headquarters of Banespa (SP´s State Bank) now helds a Cultural Center from Santander banking companyPass By: Martinelli Building, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloSão Paulo´s first high-rise and a symbol of the verticalization processPass By: Theatro Municipal De Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloSão Paulo´s most famous Opera house, located downtownPass By: Copan Building, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Pauloesigned by Oscar Niemeyer, this high rise is a symbol of São PauloPass By: Liberdade, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulohome to the largest Japanese community outside of Japan in the worldPass By: Pinacoteca do Estado de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulofamous art museum in São PauloPass By: Estacao da Luz, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloSão Paulo´s most famous train stationPass By: The Julio Prestes Cultural Center - Sala Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloSão Paulo´s best concert hall and house of the State orchestra - OSESPStop At: Mercado Municipal de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloBelle époque confection of stained glass and a series of vast domes, specializing in fresh produce and dried goods, a great place to sample classic delightsDuration: 1 hourPass By: Paulista Avenue, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Pauloa historical avenue regarded as the most expensive real estate anywhere in Latin America and one of the main business centers of São PauloPass By: Museu de Arte de Sao Paulo Assis Chateaubriand - MASP, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloSão Paulo´s most famous art museumPass By: Mirante Sesc Paulista, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Pauloa great overview of São PauloPass By: Japan House Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloCultural center from Japan´s government, dedicated to Japanese artsPass By: Casa das Rosas - Espaco Haroldo de Campos de Poesia e Literatura, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulocultural center dedicated to literaturePass By: Itau Cultural Institute, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloCultural center owned by Itau bankPass By: Instituto Moreira Salles - IMS Paulista, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloCultural center dedicated to photographyStop At: Parque Ibirapuera, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloSão Paulo´s Central park and most famous green areaDuration: 30 minutesPass By: Monument to the Bandeiras, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Pauloimportant landmark referring to expeditions that were held in this area of the territory back in the XVI centuryStop At: Museum of Contemporary Art - MAC USP Ibirapuera, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Pauloa stop to get a great overview of São PauloDuration: 15 minutesPass By: Jardins District, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Pauloone of the most sophisticated & international neighborhoods in São PauloPass By: Paroquia Nossa Senhora do Brasil, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloTraditional catholic church, located at Jardins districtPass By: Rua Oscar Freire Shopping Street, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Pauloluxury shopping street of São PauloPass By: Pacaembu Stadium, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloSão Paulo´s municipal stadiumPass By: Museu Do Futebol, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Pauloan interactive museum that explains the importance of soccer to BrazilStop At: Vila Madalena, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Pauloa bohemian area full of art studios and which possesses the best Street Art murals in townDuration: 30 minutesStop At: Batman Alley, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloSão Paulo most famous street art placeDuration: 10 minutesPass By: Instituto Tomie Ohtake, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulocultural center dedicated to Tomie Othake
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Sao Paulo City Tour with Pacaembu, Downtown and Luz Park

ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Pacaembu Stadium, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloThe Tour start at the Pacaembu Football Stadium where we gona drop to take pictures and make a visit inside where the guide will explain about about Stadium, some football histories and show all beautiful neighborhoods around.Duration: 10 minutesPass By: Paulista Avenue, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloThis is the financial center of São Paulo city. But the guide will explain about the development's history of Avenue, Its curiosities, show all Shopping Malls, parks, museums, atractions and the most important buildings and icons of City.Stop At: Casa das Rosas - Espaco Haroldo de Campos de Poesia e Literatura, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloWe make a visit in the House of Roses. This is the last old Mansion preserved on Paulista Avenue, from begining of twenty century, where today there are poetry exhibitions room and library. The guide will explain about the history of house and the development of São Paulo city society.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Parque Ibirapuera, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloWe drop in front of Ibirapuera Park to take pictures and the guide will explain the meaning of all monuments(Bandeiras, Obelisc and more), the development's history of this place and show all beautiful neighborhoods around.Duration: 10 minutesPass By: Liberdade, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloThis is the Japantown of São Paulo city. The guide will explain about how was the Japanese imigration, the main celebrations of place. The guide show all historical landmarks, bests oriental restaurants, shoppings, when and where is organized the handcraft and food market on this neighborhood.Stop At: Catedral da Se de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloWe drop at the Sé square to walk on the main streets and squares in São Paulo downtown to see most important historical landmarks and make a visit inside of Sé Cathedral where the guide will explain about the architeture of cathedral building and another historical buildings around.Duration: 25 minutesStop At: Pateo do Collegio, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloThis is the place where was the foundation of São Paulo city. There is a beautiful coffee shop and garden inside where the guide explain about the history of São Paulo foundation and show some historical landmarks around.Duration: 25 minutesPass By: Mosteiro De Sao Bento, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloThe guide will show the São Bento Church and Monastery, and will explain when are realize the main celebrations and the presentation of gregorian coral.Pass By: Theatro Municipal De Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloThe guide will show and explain about the Municipal Theater and other important historical buildings around.Stop At: Estacao da Luz, Sao Paulo, State of Sao PauloWe drop at the first Train Station of city, It's considerer the São Paulo British Station, because all extruture were made in London, England and Glasgou, Scotland. The guide will explain who were the men responsable for the development of trains in São Paulo in nineteen century and why they did it. In this place we finish the tour and go back to the their hotels.Duration: 10 minutes
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Guarulhos Airport Arrival to São Paulo Hotel Private Transfer

This easy and efficient one-way private transfer picks you up at Guarulhos International Airport. Once you land, you will be welcomed by your experienced driver and driven directly to your São Paulo hotel. When making a booking, you just need to advise your flight details and your São Paulo accommodation details. Your transfer will be confirmed at the time of booking and you will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver. Don't forget to book your airport departure transfer for your return trip!Price is per person, based on 8 adults per car/vehicle.
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Sao Paulo Private Street Art Tour with Choque Cultural

ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Batman Alley, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Paulolocated at Vila Madalena, the artistic area of São Paulo, this alley is considered the local Street Art cradleDuration: 30 minutesStop At: Open Museum of Urban Art of São Paulo - SP-MAAUthis is the largest conglomeration of art from the best known local street artist, with approximately 70 murals beneath the metro train tracks.Duration: 30 minutesPass By: Minhocao, Sao Paulo, State of Sao Pauloa famous viaduct in São Paulo where several murals have been made within the last 10 years
$98 Private & Custom Tours

São Paulo Private City Tour

Embark on a private city tour of São Paulo City. Enjoy sightseeing by executive car or a van, with a knowledgeable tour guide and take a brief walk through downtown São Paulo. Choose which sights to see in the city for a fully unique and customized experience. View city landmarks like: The Pacaembu Stadium, Paulista Avenue, Ibirapuera Park, Sé Cathedral square, Pateo do Collegio, Luz Station, Liberdade (Japanese neighborhood), Martinelli Building, Municipal Theater, Luz Park and the Municipal Market (panoramic view).See as many landmarks as possible according to the time, traffic conditions, and your preferences, the guide will tailor the tour with your interesting.
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Sao Paulo Hotel to Guarulhos Airport Private Transfer Service

When you're ready to depart for Guarulhos International Airport, this convenient private transfer will take you there directly from your São Paulo hotel – without any hassle!Your transfer will be confirmed within 24 hours of booking and you will be provided with a travel voucher to present to the driver.Note: price is per person, based on 8 adults per car/vehicle.
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