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São Paulo: Main City Sights in 7 Hours – Shared Group Tour

1. São Paulo: Main City Sights in 7 Hours – Shared Group Tour

Experience having a tour guide take you around the city of São Paulo on a group tour. Explore the Paulista Ave. area, the sophisticated south and southwest areas of São Paulo. Walk through business districts such as Brooklin and Itaim Bibi. Visit historical sites such as Sampaio Moreira building, City hall, Tea Viaduct, and Shopping Light. See 25 must-see São Paulo attractions on 1 tour. Stop and marvel at historic buildings including Italian Terrace, Copan, and Eiffel. Feel the vibrance of the city as you discover streets such as 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, and Church Nossa Sra. do Brasil. Enjoy time for shopping, photos, and eating as you explore the city. 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.

Half-Day City Tour of São Paulo from GRU airport or hotels

2. Half-Day City Tour of São Paulo from GRU airport or hotels

The most complete tour of the city with possibilities to personalize as you prefer. Duração total: De 5 a 7 horas ●Beco do Batman. ●Parque Ibirapuera. ●Monumento às Bandeiras (passa pelo local). ●Avenida Paulista (passa pelo local). ●Bairro da Liberdade. ●Mercado Municipal de São Paulo. ●Catedral da Sé de São Paulo. ●Jardim Oriental. ●Muro dos Arcos (passa pelo local). ●Jardins (Bairro) (passa pelo local). ●Paróquia Nossa Senhora do Brasil. ●Museu Catavento (passa pelo local). ●Tribunal de Justiça de São Paulo. ●Museu de Arte Moderna de São Paulo, Parque do Ibirapuera. ●Oca do Ibirapuera (passa pelo local). ●Museu Afro Brasil. ●Marco Zero, Praça da Sé.

Private Tour Sum-up of São Paulo – Optional Airport Pickup

3. Private Tour Sum-up of São Paulo – Optional Airport Pickup

Following pick-up at your place, come aboard your comfortable vehicle. Make a stop at the popular Ibirapuera Park, admire the huge green space and take that famous photo at the iconic monument symbol of São Paulo. Climb up to the terrace of the MAC Museum and enjoy a unique panoramic view of the city. Then we drive along the iconic May 23 ave. towards the Japanese neighborhood. Afterward, stop at the Sé Cathedral and continue on getting across the downtown passing by several historical buildings with a break at the Municipal Market. We then pass by the multicultural Paulista Ave, the Jardins neighborhood, Oscar Freire St with a stop at the Batman’s alley full of colorful graffitis. Enjoy time for shopping, photos, and eating as you explore the city. 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

Private São Paulo City Tour

4. Private São Paulo City Tour

São Paulo has more than 12 million inhabitants, 362 libraries, 58 museums, 69 theatres and concert halls, and many other cultural venues. Founded in 1554, the city expanded in the late 19th and early 20th centuries with the arrival of immigrants from all over the world, transforming the small village it used to be into the big cosmopolitan metropolis it is today. This city is the perfect place to get in touch with the different facets of the vast Brazilian culture. Don’t miss out on this private and tailor-made tour of this fascinating city. Join a knowledgeable tour guide in a private car or van, and get to know São Paulo. Enjoy sightseeing, walking around downtown, and visit amazing spots like the Pacaembu Stadium, Paulista Avenue, Ibirapuera Park, Se Cathedral Square, Luz Station and many, many more! The architecture of São Paulo is very rich – from old houses of the coffee barons to the modernistic style of Oscar Niemeyer, every street of the city’s expanded center has a hidden architectural gem. Art lovers will find amazing museums and cultural centers with the best of Brazilian and international art. The diversity of people also lends itself to a huge variety of cuisines to taste and explore.  Simply tell your guide what you’d like to experience and you’ll build the perfect day together.

São Paulo City Tour: MASP, Paulista Avenue and More

5. São Paulo City Tour: MASP, Paulista Avenue and More

See the top landmarks and monuments of São Paulo accompanied by a local guide. Enjoy numerous stops along the route to visit sites of particular interest, including churches, neighborhoods, and street art. Begin the tour on Vila Madalena, one of the most traditional neighborhoods of the city. Head to Batman's Alley, a hub of urban art with graffiti murals and an explosion of colors. Then head to the Jardins Neighborhood and visit one of the most beautiful churches in São Paulo, Nossa Senhora do Brasil. Continue to Paulista Ave and take a panoramic tour with views of MASP, Trianon Park, and other essential buildings. Stop to visit the House of Roses, a historic mansion with a Cultural Center for Brazilian Poetry. Next, stop to take photos in front of Ibirapuera Park and the Bandeiras Monument. Visit the viewpoint on the rooftop of the MAC (Museum of Contemporary Art) with an incredible panoramic view of the city and Ibirapuera Park. Then head to the historical center and take a panoramic tour through the city center visiting the Liberdade neighborhood (Japan Town), Sé Square, and passing by the Cathedral. Also, see the Pátio do Colégio (place of São Paulo foundation), the Church and Monastery of São Bento, Tea Bridge, Municipal Theater, Anhangabaú Valey, República Square, Duque de Caxias Monument, the São Paulo Concert Hall, and other important historic buildings. Finish the tour with a visit to the Luz Railway Station, with free time to taste traditional Brazilian coffee in the coffee shop of the Portuguese Language Museum.

São Paulo: Downtown Historical Bike Tour

6. São Paulo: Downtown Historical Bike Tour

Start your tour at Largo do Aroche, a bohemian neighborhood community in São Paulo. Through the bike paths, explore the region recognized for its classic restaurants, bars, and murals of urban art. Continue to Bom Retiro, a traditional immigrant neighborhood and a region with influence from the textile industry. You will visit the Luz station (train), the Pinacoteca (museum), and Parque da Luz, the first public park in São Paulo. Depending on the day and the movement of the region, you will pass through the Municipal Market, to taste some exotic Brazilian fruits. Next, you will pass the historical center, and the Vale do Anhangabaú. After visiting the squares, streets, and alleys of the historic center, you will head to Liberdade, a region known as the Japanese neighborhood with a lot of oriental influence and stories related to the Afro-Brazilian community. Finish your tour with a visit to Praça Roosevelt, another bohemian region with theaters, bars, and restaurants.

São Paulo (GRU) Airport: Plaza Premium Lounge Entry

7. São Paulo (GRU) Airport: Plaza Premium Lounge Entry

Avoid the crowds and chaos of the public departure lounge and relax in style before your flight from Sao Paulo GRU Airport. Enjoy your 3-hour stay, then make yourself comfortable in one of the premium lounges. Some with breath-taking views of the runway and is an architectural masterpiece of modern design and sustainability, providing the perfect balance of work and rest space, entertainment and culinary experiences. Enjoy your time and space in the lounge, which is to provide a distinctive experience for travellers in addition to subtly immersing them into the local culture through its features and offerings. In the lounge, enjoy the opportunity to unwind before your flight and relax on the comfortable seating as you watch the TV, or read one of the many international newspapers and magazines. You can also make use of the lounges' unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi, and dine on an array of freshly prepared seasonal food as well as taste some delicious draught beer.

From São Paulo: Santos, São Vicente & Guarujá Day Trip

8. From São Paulo: Santos, São Vicente & Guarujá Day Trip

This tour starts in Santos Downtown with a tram ride through the historical center to see the main squares, important buildings, churches, monuments and historical landmarks of the city. After that, the tour continues to Itararé beach located in São Vicente city, where you'll stop to take pictures and free time to enjoy the beach or to go on a optional ride by cable car from Itararé beach to the top of Itararé Hill, where you can marvel at a beautiful view over São Vicente coast and Porchat Island. The next stop will be at the Japanese culture viewpoint to overlook the coast with all the beaches of Santos. In the afternoon, visit the Campina viewpoint in Guaruja where you can enjoy a panoramic view over Enseada beach and Stones Hill. The tour will stop next on Enseada beach to have some lunch, relax on the beach and take a fresh bath in the crystal clear water.

São Paulo: 20-Minute Sightseeing Helicopter Tour

9. São Paulo: 20-Minute Sightseeing Helicopter Tour

Your aviation adventure begins at Campo de Marte Helipad with a safety briefing before you board the helicopter and set off for a bird's eye view tour of São Paulo. As you fly over this vibrant city, admire unforgettable panoramic views of the landscape below and appreciate this truly unique experience. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to marvel at the valleys, buildings, and iconic landmarks of the city from the skies. On this magnificent adventure, enjoy the unique opportunity to fly over the beloved city of São Paulo aboard a wonderful Robinson helicopter. From the sky, see the main city sights including Sé Cathedral, the Ipiranga Museum, Paulista Avenue, Ibirapuera Park, the Municipal Theater, Luz Station, the Municipal Market, Pacaembu Stadium, the Anhangabaú Valley, the Copam Building and much more.

São Paulo: Transport service to/from Paraty

10. São Paulo: Transport service to/from Paraty

Save time and money with a safe, comfortable, and convenient shared transfer from São Paulo Guarulhos International Airport to your hotel in Paraty. Choose a 1-way transfer in either direction according to your needs. Book your shared transfer in advance and arrive safely at Paraty or São Paulo Guarulhos International Airport without the inconvenience of the public transport network or the expense of a last-minute taxi ride. Relax in the safety and comfort of a licensed, air-conditioned vehicle driven by a professional driver. From São Paulo International Airport-GRU to Paraty, the service runs 365 days a year and departures are available at 9:30 AM or 3:30 PM. Your driver will be holding a sign with your name on it at the meeting point in the international arrivals hall. From our meeting point in Blue Tree Tower Paulista Hotels (Peixoto Gomide street 707), we are departures at 8:30 AM and 2:30 AM.

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based on 546 reviews

Through Whatsapp, I was informed that the 1:30 shuttle wasn’t available the day I chose. I was a little desperate because I needed to get from Paraty to São Paulo on this day. The person from Paraty tours worked with me to find a private car (instead of a van). I was expecting a very long, uncomfortable day. I was so pleasantly surprised by how painless and comfortable it was. Our driver was very professional and sweet. Bonus: the scenery on the first portion of the trip was spectacular.

Laura and Severino took us on a really relaxed (not rushed) and informative tour of some of the highlights & history of this huge city. We had a lot of fun enjoying the foods and drinks from this vibrant & buzzing city expertly guided and cared for by Laura. I would highly recommend this your to see & experience how the locals live & enjoy their lives in São Paulo

A great adventure! Whole trip has been designed to cover the most important highlights of the city. Bruno (the guide) has been very helpful and constantly floods with great information about the city and Brazil itself. ~7h is pretty exhausting but allows to get the most out of the city. Highly recommend this guide trip!

Amazing trip to the coast with beach time and epic views! Great host and met some very nice people along for the ride. Highly recommended!

very well spent time, interesting places, great atmosphere, no busy schedule, very good contact in English ... I recommend it 105%