Classic São Paulo City Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Ibirapuera Park's lush landscapes
- Visit the iconic São Paulo Museum of Art (MASP)
- Discover the historic Sé Cathedral
- Stroll through the vibrant Liberdade neighborhood
- Admire the architectural beauty of Paulista Avenue
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private transportation
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
Visit the Ibirapuera Park that was elected by the “The Guardian magazine” the best Park in the world. The Park is must-see for those who want to be enchanted by the beauty of its lake and water fountain. The park also has 3 outstanding art museums MAC, MAM and Afro-Brazil museum with their great art that played a big role on the deserved winning election of the park.
Anyone visiting the Ibirapuera Park cannot miss this monument in honor of the early settlers, which is one of the most famous postal cards in São Paulo.
Don't miss out on an incredible 360º view covering a large part of the city of São Paulo from MAC, which faces Ibirapuera Park.
Pass by: World’s largest vertical garden along its walls.
Pass by: The Liberdade neighborhood is the Japanese area. It's where every weekend takes place the Art, Craft and Culture Fair. Neighborhood lighting poles catch tourists attention and characterize the region for its beautiful Japanese style lamps.
Visit the Sé Cathedral which was inspired by medieval European churches. The imposing construction marks the center of São Paulo (the ground zero of the city is at Sé Square), a very busy area.
Pass by: Historic São Paulo founding site and museum of the city. With the intention to teach and catechize the natives, the Jesuits built the first school and began what 4 centuries later would become the largest city in the Southern hemisphere.
Pass by: The San Benedictine Monastery is one of those sacred tips that also applies to people who are not religious. The building hosted Pope Benedict XVI during his visit to Brazil. Believers are attracted by the masses with Gregorian chants, and shop with breads, cakes, cookies and jams made by the monks themselves and whose recipes are secular.
Pass by: Inaugurated in 1939 to host one of the largest industrial conglomerates in Brazilian history, the Matarazzo Industries". Designed by the favorite architect of the Italian dictator Benito Mussolini, the Italian Marcello Piacentini. Nowadays, this is the headquarters of the city administration.
Pass by: Considered a postcard of São Paulo, the Municipal Theater is one of the most important historical places in town due to several important cultural events that took place in its facilities like the Week of Modern Art of 1922.
Pass by: The Julio Prestes station is a historical building that is an actual train station. In addition, it's a concert house for the São Paulo Symphonic Orchestra.
Luz Station has played a big role in the history of Brazil. Over the past century, the station has become a gateway for millions of immigrants, from where they came by train after they arrived in Brazil at the port of Santos. The mass wave of immigrants upgraded the then small town of São Paulo to an important metropolis along the 20th century.
São Paulo Municipal Market is one of the main attractions of the city and a mandatory stop for everyone visit São Paulo. Do not miss out on the myriad of fruits, nuts, wines, cheeses, beers, food etc.. A summary of Brasil can be found in it.
Pass by: With so much variety of products, it is possible to get lost on the famous "25 de Março St.". It receives about 400 thousand people daily who go in search of the good prices of the 5,000 registered stores from tchotchkes and sewing supplies.
Walk through the fascinating Paulista avenue. A place that is sure to impress you not only with its appearance, but also with its much rich history that may seem common in the eyes of some, but in the company of an expert tour guide can be mind-blowing.
Pass by: Jardins neighborhood is certainly one of the most elegant and significant neighborhoods in the city of São Paulo. Many options for leisure, entertainment, culture, fancy shopping area and boutiques, restaurants, hotel chains, etc…
Pass by: Europa Ave. is a great place with dozens of imported car dealerships like Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati & Bentley. It’s well worth the visit to it!
Sistine-chapel like church that has plenty of paintings on the ceiling that is breathless. The church was inspired in Brazilian and Portuguese baroque temples. The style is neo-colonial, very popular in São Paulo architecture from the 1920s and 1930s.
Visit the heart of the street art in São Paulo, Batman’s alley is an area where virtually no surface is left untouched. This lengthy stretch of high-walled residences in Vila Madalena, showcases some of the most impressive spray paint murals around. The constantly changing nature of the art form means there's sure to be something striking and new with each visit.
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off are included; please provide accurate address details.
- Children under 6 require a booster seat; please inform in advance.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for the tour.
- Bring a camera to capture the city's highlights.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infant Seats Available
Traveler reviews
THE BEST custom tour!
We are world travelers and this tour with Danilo was one of the absolute BEST we have ever experienced. Once he realized we were car guys and HUGE Ayrton Senna fans he put together a custom tour like no other which included an impromptu visit with the man who painted Senna’s helmets. Then he took us to the McLaren and Porsche dealers for a private welcome and tour! What an amazing experience. Then to top it all off, we made a visit to the Batman’s Alley graffiti art district. Wow! We will never forget this visit.
Wonderful day tour of Sao Paulo
Danilo is a wonderful tour guide and great company, I only had one day to get a taste of Sao Paulo and he made that possible. He also made it very casual and friendly. I enjoyed the food on a setting of regular resident of the city, which for me is essential to get a real feeling of the place and its people. I fully recommend the tour!! I look forward to returning and knowing more of Brasil.
San Paulo and my first ride in a Chinese car
Danilo was the perfect person to help end an amazing trip to Brazil. He presented São Paulo in such an engaging way that it made me want to return and spend much more time exploring the city. I was only there on a layover before my flight home, but taking this tour turned out to be one of the highlights of my trip. One thing I was especially excited about was riding in his BYD vehicle, since these vehicles aren’t available in the United States. The car was impressive—spacious, comfortable, and practical. My friend and I were traveling with six pieces of luggage, and everything fit easily while still leaving plenty of room for both of us to ride comfortably without feeling cramped. The tour gave us a wonderful overview of São Paulo’s highlights without ever feeling rushed or overwhelming. Danilo was knowledgeable, personable, and made the experience feel effortless. He also had an excellent playlist, and before long we were driving through the city listening to music, singing along, and enjoying the ride like old friends rather than people who had just met. I truly cannot say enough good things about this experience. Danilo’s warmth, professionalism, and enthusiasm made this tour memorable, and he left me with a strong desire to come back and experience even more of São Paulo in the future.
He knew Sau Paulo perfectly well and he was a great gentleman and excellent guide
Extremely friendly, experience , careful
Great Tour
Carlos Martinez from GregTur Tourism was punctual, professional and full of knowledge of interesting facts about São Paulo. He managed to show me the most important parts of the city. He is fluent in Spanish and english. I highly recommend Carlos and GregTur for a great adventure.