Embark on a 5-hour private tour in São Paulo during your layover at Gru Airport. Explore main sights, historic buildings, and vibrant streets. Flexible itinerary based on your preferences.
- Parque Ibirapuera - Visit Ibirapuera Park, named the best park in the world by The Guardian magazine.
The park is a must-see for those who wish to be captivated by the beauty of its lake and water fountain.
It also features three remarkable art museums: MAC, MAM, and the Afro-Brazil Museum, whose exceptional art collections contributed to the park’s well-deserved recognition.
- Monument to the Bandeiras - A visit to Ibirapuera Park isn’t complete without seeing this monument honoring the early settlers, one of São Paulo’s most iconic landmarks.
- Museum of Contemporary Art - MAC USP Ibirapuera - Enjoy an incredible 360º view of a large part of São Paulo from MAC, which overlooks Ibirapuera Park.
- Muro dos Arcos da Avenida 23 de Maio - Home to the world’s largest vertical garden along its walls.
- Liberdade - The Liberdade neighborhood is the Japanese district, where the Art, Craft, and Culture Fair takes place every weekend.
The neighborhood’s streetlights, adorned with beautiful Japanese-style lamps, catch tourists’ attention and define the area’s unique character.
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Catedral da Se de Sao Paulo - Visit the Sé Cathedral, inspired by medieval European churches. This imposing structure marks the center of São Paulo, with the city’s ground zero located at Sé Square, a bustling area.
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Pateo do Collegio - The historic founding site of São Paulo and a museum of the city. The Jesuits built the first school here to educate and convert the natives, laying the foundation for what would become the largest city in the Southern Hemisphere over four centuries.
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Mosteiro De Sao Bento - The São Bento Monastery is a sacred site that appeals even to non-religious visitors.
The building hosted Pope Benedict XVI during his visit to Brazil.
Believers are drawn to the masses with Gregorian chants and the shop offering breads, cakes, cookies, and jams made by the monks using age-old recipes.
- Matarazzo Building City Hall Of Sao Paulo - Inaugurated in 1939 to house one of the largest industrial conglomerates in Brazilian history, Matarazzo Industries. Designed by Marcello Piacentini, the favorite architect of Italian dictator Benito Mussolini.
Today, it serves as the headquarters of the city administration.
- Theatro Municipal De Sao Paulo - Considered a landmark of São Paulo, the Municipal Theater is one of the city’s most important historical sites, having hosted significant cultural events like the Week of Modern Art in 1922.
- Municipal Market of Sao Paulo - The São Paulo Municipal Market is a major attraction and a must-visit for anyone in the city. Don’t miss the vast array of fruits, nuts, wines, cheeses, beers, and foods—a true summary of Brazil.
- Shopping 25 de Marco - With a vast variety of products, it’s easy to get lost on the famous 25 de Março Street. It attracts about 400,000 people daily, all seeking the great prices offered by the 5,000 registered stores, selling everything from trinkets to sewing supplies.
- Paulista Avenue - Stroll through the fascinating Paulista Avenue. This place is sure to impress not only with its appearance but also with its rich history, which can be truly mind-blowing when explored with an expert tour guide.
- Batman Alley - Visit the heart of street art in São Paulo. Batman Alley is an area where virtually no surface is left untouched. This long stretch of high-walled residences in Vila Madalena showcases some of the most impressive spray paint murals. The ever-changing nature of the art means there’s always something new and striking to see with each visit.
- Services of a licensed professional tour guide.
- All-inclusive pricing: VAT, taxes, handling charges.
- Complimentary parking fees during tour stops.
- Greet & Meet service included at the airport.
- Comfortable transport in a fully-equipped vehicle.
- Convenient hotel and airport pickup and drop-off within the Sao Paulo area.
- Private driver for groups of more than four people.
- Entrance fees, although the tour is not aimed to get into museums and sights that charge admission fees.
- Food and drinks.
- Gratuities. (optional)
Embark on a 6-hour guided tour which will take you through the city. Explore the Paulista Ave. area, the sophisticated south and southwest areas of São Paulo. Drive through business districts such as Brooklin and Itaim. Visit historical sites such as City hall, Tea Viaduct, Shopping Light.
Stop and marvel at historic buildings including Italian Terrace, Copan, and Eiffel. Feel the vibrance of the city as you discover streets such March 25th St., May 23rd Ave., Oscar Freire St., and Europa Ave. Visit must-see sights like the Obelisk, Bandeiras Monument and Ibirapuera Park. Marvel at religious sites such as Sé Cathedral, Saint Benedict Monastery, Church Nossa Sra. do Brasil.
Enjoy time for shopping, photos, and eating as you explore. Learn how São Paulo started as a small village and became the largest city in the Southern hemisphere, and one of the largest cities in the world.
This tour is designed to be flexible featuring a broad range of possible sights to see based on your wishes.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
