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São Paulo Adventure: 10 Days of Discovery

Mariana Fagundez

Mariana Fagundez

8 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey through São Paulo, Brazil. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, visit iconic museums, explore beautiful parks, and indulge in delicious cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of São Paulo!

Day 1Unveiling Art and Architecture
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$56

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$ 4

MIS | Museu da Imagem e do Som
Museum featuring films, videos, music, photos & other artifacts of image & sound, plus events.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$18
4 - 5 min

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Museu da Casa Brasileira (MCB)
Small collection of furniture, pottery & design objects, with an events program & restaurant.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
$13
10 - 12 min

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Instituto Tomie Ohtake
Art space hosting major exhibitions of contemporary art & design in a striking, curved building.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
$10
4 - 5 min

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Vila das Rosas
Com a mesma idéia de oferecer um ambiente descontraído, um clima informal e mais um refúgio na selva de pedras, criamos a nova Vila das Rosas, carinhosamente chamada de Vilinha. Hambúrgueres de falafel, pães de queijo, cervejas, bons drinks, cafés, bolos e tortas, porções e muitas outras delícias!
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$16
Day 2A Day of Modernity and Nature
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$24

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$ 2

São Paulo Museum of Modern Art
Modern art museum with permanent & rotating displays, plus sculpture garden, restaurant & gift shop.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$18
10 - 15 min

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Parque Ibirapuera
Scenic park with museums, a planetarium, auditoriums & recreation areas with bike paths & courts.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
13 - 16 min

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Farabbud Vila Nova
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$6
Day 3Exploring Parks and Cultural Treasures
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$29

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$ 4

Parque Villa-Lobos
Large park featuring soccer fields, bike paths, playgrounds, an amphitheater, a library & more.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
26 - 32 min

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Museu Afro Brasil
Ethnographic museum in an Oscar Niemeyer building, dedicated to the African diaspora in Brazil.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$15
15 - 18 min

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Aizome
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$14
4 - 5 min

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Instituto Itaú Cultural
Glass-clad tower with exhibitions on Brazilian history & the natural world, plus a theater program.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Free
Day 4Wildlife Encounters and Artistic Delights
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$42

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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 - 11:00 AM
$30
36 - 44 min

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Instituto Moreira Salles - IMS Paulista
Striking glass-fronted building with photography shows, a library, a cafe & Avenida Paulista views.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
1 - 2 min

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Balaio IMS
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$12
Day 5Theatrical Wonders and Historical Gems
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$34

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$ 2

Municipal Theatre of São Paulo
Built in 1911 in Renaissance & baroque styles, this theater presents operas, concerts & ballet.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$20
9 - 14 min

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Mosteiro de São Bento
Ornate, historic church featuring mass with Gregorian chant & a monastery with an on-site bakery.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
10 - 12 min

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Memorial Resistance of Sao Paulo
Museum in a historical building with exhibits on the city's past political resistance & repression.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
10 - 15 min

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Rinconcito Peruano
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
$14
Day 6Thrills, Culture, and Authentic Ramen
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$70

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$ 2

Hopi Hari
Amusement park featuring 5 themed areas with roller coasters, a river raft ride & a kids' zone.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$50
73 - 88 min

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Japan House São Paulo
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Free
5 - 8 min

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Jojo Ramen
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$20
Day 7Celebrating Latin American Heritage
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$44

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$ 4

Latin America Memorial
Designed by Oscar Niemeyer, this expansive outdoor complex features sculptures & an art gallery.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
23 - 28 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.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$24
8 - 10 min

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Catedral da Sé de São Paulo
Massive 20th-century cathedral with soaring gothic-style architecture & a Renaissance-style dome.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Free
9 - 14 min

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Kenzo Sushi - São Paulo
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$20
Day 8Football Fever and Urban Oasis
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$29

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$ 2

Museu do Futebol
Sports museum with films, photographs & interactive exhibits documenting the history of football.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$13
16 - 20 min

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Sesc Avenida Paulista
Cultural center with a lending library & art exhibitions, plus a rooftop deck with city views.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
10 - 15 min

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Braz Quintal
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$16
Day 9Artistic Enclaves and Local Delights
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$35

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$ 2

Centro Cultural São Paulo
Modern space with exhibition galleries, theaters, a library & gardens, including a rooftop lawn.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
13 - 16 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
13 - 20 min

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Bar do Mané
Inaugurado em 1933, Bar do Mané é referência no Mercado Municipal Paulistano. À partir de uma brincadeira entre os funcionários, criou-se um dos sanduíches mais famosos de São Paulo, que chama a atenção dos turistas de todo mundo.Se você ainda não conhece, vale a pena conferir.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$20
Day 10Aquatic Wonders and Historical Marvels
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$51

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$ 4

Aquário de São Paulo
Spacious aquarium with thousands of animals, plus a restaurant, cinema & occasional mermaid dives.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$25
14 - 21 min

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Museu do Ipiranga
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
21 - 26 min

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Giramondo
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$16
9 - 11 min

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Museu Catavento
Museum devoted to science, with a hands-on space aiming to provide social & educational experiences.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
$10

Budget breakdown: $438 In total

Activities & Food:$413
Transport:$25