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São Paulo: A Journey through Culture and Adventure

Luiz (Brisa)

Luiz (Brisa)

31 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in São Paulo, exploring its rich cultural heritage and indulging in exciting experiences. Discover fascinating museums, stunning parks, and iconic landmarks that will leave you in awe. Get ready for an unforgettable journey through the vibrant heart of Brazil!

Trip to São Paulo

Day 1Unveiling the Soul of São Paulo: Memorial Resistance and Sampa Sky
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$5

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$ 2

Memorial Resistance of Sao Paulo
Museum in a historical building with exhibits on the city's past political resistance & repression.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Sampa Sky
Observation deck on the 42nd level of a high-rise, with glass floor & walls for views over downtown.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Instituto Itaú Cultural
Glass-clad tower with exhibitions on Brazilian history & the natural world, plus a theater program.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Parque da Independência
Landscaped park with topiary gardens, monuments & museums, plus a water fountain display.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Museum of Zoology of the University of São Paulo
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$5
Day 2From Art to Spirituality: Estação Pinacoteca and Mosteiro de São Bento
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$13

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$ 3

Estação Pinacoteca
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$6
10 - 12 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
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Catedral da Sé de São Paulo
Massive 20th-century cathedral with soaring gothic-style architecture & a Renaissance-style dome.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Museu Histórico da Imigração Japonesa no Brasil
Museum tracing the history of Japanese immigrants in Brazil through multimedia, photos & artifacts.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$6
4 - 5 min

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Centro Cultural São Paulo
Modern space with exhibition galleries, theaters, a library & gardens, including a rooftop lawn.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
Day 3Immersing in Language and Nature: Pinacoteca de São Paulo and Japan House
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$20

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$ 2

Pinacoteca de São Paulo
Longtime museum featuring 19th-century Brazilian painting & sculpture, plus educational programs.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$8
4 - 5 min

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Museu da Língua Portuguesa
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Japan House São Paulo
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
24 - 29 min

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Aquário de São Paulo
Spacious aquarium with thousands of animals, plus a restaurant, cinema & occasional mermaid dives.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$13
Day 4Unraveling History and Imagination: Museu do Ipiranga and Museu Catavento
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$13

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$ 3

Museu do Ipiranga
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
22 - 27 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
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Museu Catavento
Museum devoted to science, with a hands-on space aiming to provide social & educational experiences.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$5
8 - 10 min

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São Paulo Museum of Sacred Art
Collection of religious objects, including altars, paintings & books, in the historic Luz monastery.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$8
Day 5Eclectic Art and Wildlife Wonders: Museu Brasileiro da Escultura and Zoológico de São Paulo
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$28

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$ 2

Museu Brasileiro da Escultura e Ecologia
A dedicated multicultural space for Brazilian sculpture, with a theater & bistro area.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$5
12 - 15 min

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Pavilhão Japonês
Historic Japanese pavilion with a garden, carp pond & tea room, plus an art exhibition hall.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Museu Afro Brasil
Ethnographic museum in an Oscar Niemeyer building, dedicated to the African diaspora in Brazil.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$8
31 - 38 min

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Zoológico de São Paulo
Big zoo in a forested area with more than 3,000 animals & invertebrates, plus educational programs.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$15
Day 6Nature's Oasis and Contemporary Art: Parque Burle Marx and Instituto Tomie Ohtake
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$12

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$ 2

Parque Burle Marx
Urban park with community gardens, model dinosaurs & playgrounds, plus yoga & dance classes.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Instituto Tomie Ohtake
Art space hosting major exhibitions of contemporary art & design in a striking, curved building.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$5
22 - 27 min

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Museu de Arte Contemporânea da Universidade de São Paulo
Expansive museum built in 1963 showcasing modern artwork from the beginning of the 20th century.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$6
Day 7Exploring Parks and Cultural Gems: Parque Villa-Lobos and Ema Gordon Klabin Cultural Foundation
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$9

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$ 2

Parque Villa-Lobos
Large park featuring soccer fields, bike paths, playgrounds, an amphitheater, a library & more.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Ema Gordon Klabin Cultural Foundation
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Parque Ibirapuera
Scenic park with museums, a planetarium, auditoriums & recreation areas with bike paths & courts.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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São Paulo Museum of Modern Art
Modern art museum with permanent & rotating displays, plus sculpture garden, restaurant & gift shop.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$9
Day 8Sports Fever and Artistic Delights: Museu do Futebol and Instituto Moreira Salles
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$27

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$ 1

Museu do Futebol
Sports museum with films, photographs & interactive exhibits documenting the history of football.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$6
18 - 27 min

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Instituto Moreira Salles - IMS Paulista
Striking glass-fronted building with photography shows, a library, a cafe & Avenida Paulista views.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
10 - 15 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.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$12
9 - 11 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.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$9
Day 9Theatrical Marvels and Cultural Icons: Municipal Theatre and Latin America Memorial
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$10

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$ 3

Municipal Theatre of São Paulo
Built in 1911 in Renaissance & baroque styles, this theater presents operas, concerts & ballet.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$10
15 - 18 min

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Latin America Memorial
Designed by Oscar Niemeyer, this expansive outdoor complex features sculptures & an art gallery.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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MIS Experience
Interactive displays featuring contemporary takes on paintings & designs by Leonardo da Vinci.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
27 - 33 min

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Parque Estadual Jaraguá
Scenic state park offering forested trails & a landmark hill with sweeping city views.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
Day 10Thrills and Imagination: Hopi Hari and Museu da Imaginação
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$38

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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
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$25
67 - 81 min

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Pico do Jaraguá
This tall mountain with TV towers at its peak features trails, stairs & observation areas.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
32 - 39 min

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Museu da Imaginação
Children's museum with dynamic free-play areas, interactive exhibits on art & hands-on workshops.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$13

Budget breakdown: $192 In total

Activities & Food:$172
Transport:$20