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Discover the Vibrant Beauty of São Paulo: An 8-Day Itinerary

Antonio Dutra De Souza Junior

Antonio Dutra De Souza Junior

29 Sep 2023

Embark on an unforgettable journey through São Paulo, Brazil's bustling metropolis. Explore stunning parks, captivating museums, and iconic landmarks that showcase the city's rich culture and history. Join us as we uncover the hidden gems of São Paulo in this 8-day adventure.

Day 1
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$15

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$ 4

Alberto Löfgren State Park
Wooded park home to the Otavio Vecchi Forest Museum, with a lily pond, capybaras, toucans & herons.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
32 - 39 min

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Pinacoteca de São Paulo
Longtime museum featuring 19th-century Brazilian painting & sculpture, plus educational programs.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$15
21 - 26 min

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Farol Santander
Prominent 35-floor skyscraper with cultural exhibits & an observation deck for city views.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Free
Day 2
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$23

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$ 2

Museu Catavento
Museum devoted to science, with a hands-on space aiming to provide social & educational experiences.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$10
12 - 17 min

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Mercado Municipal de São Paulo
Historical building with stands selling rare fruit, vegetables & dairy produce, plus a food court.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
$13
26 - 32 min

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Latin America Memorial
Designed by Oscar Niemeyer, this expansive outdoor complex features sculptures & an art gallery.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Free
Day 3
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$35

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$ 2

Aquário de São Paulo
Spacious aquarium with thousands of animals, plus a restaurant, cinema & occasional mermaid dives.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$25
11 - 16 min

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Museum of Zoology of the University of São Paulo
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$10
8 - 11 min

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Parque da Independência
Landscaped park with topiary gardens, monuments & museums, plus a water fountain display.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Free
16 - 20 min

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Japan House São Paulo
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Free
Day 4
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$58

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$ 2

Zoológico de São Paulo
Big zoo in a forested area with more than 3,000 animals & invertebrates, plus educational programs.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$38
44 - 53 min

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Municipal Theatre of São Paulo
Built in 1911 in Renaissance & baroque styles, this theater presents operas, concerts & ballet.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
$20
Day 5
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$20

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$ 4

Jardim Botânico de São Paulo
Large, long-running botanical garden with many endangered plants & manicured walking trails.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$8
24 - 29 min

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Museu do Ipiranga
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
31 - 38 min

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Museu do Futebol
Sports museum with films, photographs & interactive exhibits documenting the history of football.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$13
Day 6
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$18

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$ 4

Parque da Aclimação
Expansive city park with a lake, plus numerous walking trails, a Japanese garden & a band shell.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
13 - 16 min

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Sesc Avenida Paulista
Cultural center with a lending library & art exhibitions, plus a rooftop deck with city views.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
18 - 22 min

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MIS | Museu da Imagem e do Som
Museum featuring films, videos, music, photos & other artifacts of image & sound, plus events.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$18
Day 7
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$25

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$ 4

Parque Ibirapuera
Scenic park with museums, a planetarium, auditoriums & recreation areas with bike paths & courts.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
20 - 24 min

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Museum of Art of São Paulo Assis Chateaubriand
Iconic building housing one of Latin America's most important collections of renowned art.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$25
20 - 24 min

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Batman Alley
Compact area of cobbled alleyways renowned for the colorful graffiti decorating its walls.
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Free
Day 8
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$0

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$ 2

Parque Villa-Lobos
Large park featuring soccer fields, bike paths, playgrounds, an amphitheater, a library & more.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
9 - 11 min

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Praça Pôr do Sol
Recreational green space featuring an open lawn for picnics & elevated views of the city & sunsets.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free

Budget breakdown: $214 In total

Activities & Food:$193
Transport:$22