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Sao Paulo

Tours & Activities in Sao Paulo

City Tour Sao Paulo

City Tour Meet São Paulo (3 hours)

Explore one of Brazil's most fascinating metropolitan areas on this City Tour Meet Sao Paulo. During this 3-hour tour with a knowledgeable local guide, visit sites in the Pacaembu, Paulista and Ibirapuera neighborhoods. Walk through downtown Sao Paulo to see the Pátio do Colégio, the Municipal Theater and the Anhangabaú Valley. End the tour with a visit to Luz Park and the Pinacoteca at the Luz Station. Round-trip transportation from Sao Paulo hotels is included.

Highlights
• Explore one of Brazil's most fascinating metropolitan areas on this City Tour Meet Sao Paulo
• Visit sites in the Pacaembu, Paulista and Ibirapuera neighborhoods
• Walk through downtown Sao Paulo to see the Pátio do Colégio, the Municipal Theater and the Anhangabaú Valley
• End the tour with a visit to Luz Park and the Pinacoteca at the Luz Station
• Round-trip transportation from Sao Paulo hotels is included

Inclusions
• Driver/guide
• Live commentary on board
• Local guide
• Hotel pickup and drop-off Small-group tour
• Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions
• Entrance fees

Additional info
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
• Minimum numbers apply.
• There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
• A small amount of walking is involved

Departure point

• Departure starts from your accommodation in Downtown and Avenida Paulista area.

Departure time
• 9am Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
• Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Duration
• 3 hours (approx.)

Return details
• Tour ends at the hotel where pick-up service happened. If the passenger wants to drop-off in different place should be communicated to tour guide.

Private City Tour

Private Tour: São Paulo City Tour (3/5 hours)

Explore São Paulo in just a few hours with this private tour by foot and vehicle. Follow your private guide to hit all the highlights of the city, including the Catedral da Sé, the Italian Tower and City Hall, the Tea Bridge and Paulista Avenue. Choose from 3-hour or 5-hour options; the latter includes spending time in some residential neighborhoods and local markets. Along the way, enjoy engaging, informative commentary from your private local guide. Round-trip transportation from São Paulo hotels is included.

Highlights
• Cover the highlights of São Paulo during a private city sightseeing tour
• Enjoy customizing your itinerary to reflect your interests
• Choose from 3-hour or 5-hour options
• Visit ten or more important landmarks, including the Tea Bridge, the Italian Tower and City Hall and Paulista Avenue.

Inclusions
• Professional guide (spanish - english - portuguese)
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (select hotels only) Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions
• Gratuities (optional)


Tour Options:
• 3 hour Tour:
If you want to see São Paulo’s top attractions and you’ve only got a few hours to spare, you’ll cover a lot of ground with this private city tour by vehicle and on foot!
• 5 hour Tour: The most complete City Tour option in São Paulo


Additional info
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers

Departure point
Centrally located São Paulo hotels

Departure time
• Morning: Between 9am and 10:30am
• Afternoon: Between 1pm and 2:30pm
Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Duration: 3 or 5 hours

Return details
• Returns to original departure point

Beaches & Coffee Tour

Beaches & Coffee Museam Private Tour (8 hours)

Visit the coffee-producing city of Santos and the beaches in Guarujá on this 8-hour private tour from São Paulo. With a dedicated local guide, enjoy the personal attention and flexibility that comes with a private tour. Stop at the Coffee Palace, the Brazilian coffee stock exchange and museum, as well as the Santos Port. Board the ferry for Guarujá to spend the afternoon relaxing on the sugar-soft sand and wading in the warm water. Round-trip transportation by private vehicle is included.

Highlights
• Visit Santos, a town famous for its coffee production, and stop at the Coffee Palace
• Relax on the beaches of Guarujá, a popular destination for weekend getaways from São Paulo
• Enjoy personal attention, flexibility and the option to customize your itinerary on this private tour
• Round-trip transportation from São Paulo hotels by private vehicle is included

Itinerary
When your guide picks you up at your hotel, drive by private vehicle to the city of Santos located approximately 1-hour from São Paulo. Pass impressive landscapes and interesting structures, with commentary from your guide along the way. Arriving at Santos, drive along the shore with views of the world’s largest beachfront garden as well as the Port of Santos harbor, once the most important in Brazil due to its thriving coffee exportation. Then, head to Old Town to see its main attraction, the coffee stock exchange and the Coffee Museum. Although the Official Coffee Exchange opened in 1914, it wasn’t until 1922 that the unfinished Coffee Palace (Palácio do Café) was inaugurated. Follow your guide on a tour of the building, restored in 1998, and admire the 120-foot (37-meter) clock tower and the gorgeous stained glass panel found on the trading room ceiling. Inside the museum, learn about Brazil’s coffee industry through permanent and temporary exhibits, including coffee sacks, scales and tasting tables on display. If you’d like, enjoy a coffee drink at the museum's Café (own expense); perhaps try an Afogatto – espresso, vanilla ice cream and chocolate sauce served with a cinnamon stick! Outside, stroll along the decorative pavement of the boulevard with its coffee bean pattern. Next, take an approximate 10-minute ferryboat to reach the city of Guarujá. Located on Santo Amaro Island, the city boasts dozens of beaches along 14 miles (23 km) of sandy shoreline and is a favorite getaway for São Paulo city dwellers. Visit several wonderful beaches including Asturias, Pitangueiras and Enseada. Depending on your preference, you may spend a bit more time at any one, including Tombo Beach, distinguished for its great waves and restaurant options. This charming beach, bordered by four Atlantic Forest-covered mountains, is a good spot to sunbathe or watch the local surfers expertly navigate the waves. When you’re hungry for lunch, your guide will recommend a selection of local eateries. You’ll have your choice of casual options such as Bar do Dinho, with great portions of seafood, as well as more sophisticated venues like Rufino’s, considered the best seafood restaurant in Guarujá. When you’ve had your share of fun in the sun, your guide will return you by private transport to your hotel in São Paulo.

Inclusions
• Professional guide
• Transport by private vehicle
• Ferry ticket
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
• Private tour

Exclusions
• Museam Entrance fees
• Gratuities (optional)

Additional info
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Departure point
• Centrally located São Paulo hotels

Departure time
• Between 8am and 10am - Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Duration 8 hours (approx.)

Return details
Original departure point

Private Eco Tour

Private Eco Tour at Cantareira State Park from São Paulo (4 hours)

Explore the Mata Atlântica (Atlantic Forest) during this private 4-hour tour from São Paulo. With a dedicated guide, travel in a comfortable vehicle to Cantareira State Park to discover the sprawling forest, a UNESCO City Green Belt Biosphere Reserve. Trek through the dense foliage on the park's network of trails, admiring views of the urban expanse below. Learn about the native flora and fauna in the area and get an opportunity to see jaguars, howler monkeys and many species of birds.

- During the Weekends the Eco tour is held at Cantareira State Park
- During the week-days the Eco Tour is held at Jaraguá State Park

Highlights

• Learn about the native flora and fauna in the area, like jaguars, howler monkeys and many species of birds
• Explore the Mata Atlântica (Atlantic Forest) during a private 4-hour tour
• Trek through the dense foliage on the park's network of trails
• Enjoy private round-trip transportation from select São Paulo hotels and the attention of a dedicated guide

Inclusions
• Driver/guide
• Professional guide
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
• Private tour

Exclusions
• Entrance fees (BRL$ 12 per person)
• Food and drinks
• Gratuities (optional)

Additional info
• Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
• Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
• A moderate amount of walking is involved
• Not wheelchair accessible

Departure point
• Centrally located São Paulo hotels

Departure time
• From 8:30 to 10:30am  - Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

Return details: Original departure point

 

3 Beaches Tour

3 Beaches - Paradise Route Tour from São Paulo (10 hours)

Marvel at some of Brazil’s most beautiful beaches on a full-day trip from São Paulo. Alongside your guide and small group, you’ll follow walking trails replete with flora and fauna and visit three secluded beaches considered the area’s most impressive. First, you’ll arrive at White Beach — so called because of its pristine sands — before hiking to Black Beach for a refreshing dip in the sea. Proceed to Camburizinho Beach via the impressive Camburi Waterfall before resting on the soft surface of White Beach at the end of your tour.

Highlights
• Full-day trip to three beautiful beaches from São Paulo
• Follow hiking trails replete with flora and fauna between each beach
• Admire the coastal splendor of Camburizinho Beach, White Beach and Black Beach Revitalize in the refreshing waters of the Camburi Waterfall
• Round-trip transport from São Paulo hotel is included

Tour Available: Saturdays and Sundays

Inclusions
• Transport by air-conditioned minivan
• Round-trip shared transfer Small-group tour
• Hotel pickup and drop-off Driver/guide

Exclusions
• Tips (optional)
 
Departure point
• Departure starts from your accommodation in Downtown or Avenida Paulista area.

Departure time
• 8:00am - Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time

Duration: 10 hours (approx.)

Return details
• Returns to original departure point

Additional info
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Not recommended for pregnant women
• Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
• Not recommended for participants with back problems
• Not wheelchair accessible

 

Street Art Tour

Private Street Art Tour (3 hours)

Get a glimpse into the local street art scene in São Paulo during this 3-hour private arts and culture tour. Follow your local guide around the city, stopping to view popular works of art in unlikely places like graffiti-covered alleys and streets. Visit one of São Paulo’s street art galleries, Choque Cultural in Vila Madalena, which aims to promote awareness of urban art. Learn about the local arts scene and the cultural impact it has on the city through your private guide's informative, engaging commentary.

Highlights
• Get a glimpse into the local street art scene in São Paulo during a 3-hour private arts and culture tour
• Visit one of São Paulo’s street art galleries, Choque Cultural in Vila Madalena
• Enjoy the personal attention and flexibility that comes with booking a private tour
• Get a different view of the city beyond the typical highlights and landmarks

Itinerary
Famous for its murals painted in public spaces, São Paulo contains one of the world’s most prominent displays of street art. Although these murals are called grafite (graffiti), the colorful graphics are generally acknowledged as an important and valid art form reflecting the urban street culture of Brazil. Upon pickup from your hotel by private vehicle, meet your knowledgeable guide and embark on your urban exploration of São Paulo’s fascinating graffiti art. Discover a new generation of Brazilian artists such as OsGemeos, Nunca and Nove, and learn about how their upbringing in this urban culture influenced their work. Visit downtown São Paulo, as well as the neighborhood of Vila Madalena, a bohemian bairro located in the Pinheiros district. As you walk along back streets and alleyways through these eclectic areas, view the vibrant displays spray-painted on walls and learn about their artistic origins, such as Brazilian folk art and pixo reto (São Paulo's original graffiti style). Before drop-off at your hotel, your guide will take you to visit one of São Paulo’s street art galleries – Choque Cultural in Vila Madalena, or A7MA, which aims to promote awareness of urban art. Spend approximately 20 minutes viewing the exhibitions displayed there and learn about more esteemed street artists such as Daniel Melim, Paulo Ito and Alex Hornest.


Inclusions
• Driver/guide (english speaking guide)
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
• Private tour

Exclusions
• Food and drinks
• Gratuities (optional)

Departure point
• Centrally located São Paulo Hotels

 Departure time
• Morning Departure: From 9am to 10:30am
• Afternoon Departure: From 1pm to 2:30pm
Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Return details: Original departure point

Football Stadiums Tour

São Paulo Private Football Stadiums Tour (5 hours)

Experience the thrill of Brazilian football with a private, guided, 5-hour stadium tour in São Paulo. Visit the Football Museum (Museu do Futebol), dedicated to fans of not only the World Cup, but also world history and Brazilian culture. Enjoy a panoramic view of Allianz Park, the home of Brazilian football club Sociedade Esportiva Palmeiras. And stop at São Paulo Football Club’s Morumbi Stadium. All entrance fees plus a hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Highlights
• Enjoy a tour of Brazilian football stadiums
• Insider access offers a one-of-a-kind perspective
• Learn about the football teams in Brazil
• Private guide for a more personalized experience

Inclusions
• Entrance fees Driver/guide
• Professional guide (english / portuguese / spanish)
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
• Private tour

Exclusions
• Gratuities (optional)
• Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Additional info
• Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
• Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
• A maximum of 10 people per booking
• Dress code is smart casual Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Departure point
• Centrally located São Paulo hotels

Departure time: 
Between 9 and 10am - Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Duration:
5 hours (approx.)

Return details:
Returns to your hotel

Arquitecture Tour

Private Architecture Tour of São Paulo (3 hours)

See the architectural highlights of São Paulo during this private 3-hour tour. In a private vehicle, explore the eclectic city, with styles ranging from modernist to colonial Portuguese, with a local architecture guide. Stop by the São Paulo Museum of Art, the Unique Hotel and the Edifício Copan. Learn about the city's architectural history and diversity through commentary from your guide. Round-trip transportation from São Paulo hotels is included

Highlights
• Learn about the eclectic architecture of São Paulo during a private tour
• Enjoy the personal attention and flexibility that comes with booking a private guide and vehicle
• Stop by fascinating examples of the city's diverse architecture such as the Unique Hotel and the São Paulo Museum of Art
• Get a peek into the history of the city through its architecture
• Round-trip transportation from São Paulo hotels is included

Itinerary
Upon pickup from your hotel by private vehicle, meet your knowledgeable guide and get to know the impressive architecture of São Paulo. As you tour the vibrant city, view buildings that display a wide variety of architectural designs, from colonial structures made out of taipa, a traditional Brazilian-style material, to modern constructions like the Unique Hotel, designed by São Paulo native Ruy Ohtake. Spot several European architectural styles developed since the mid-19th century and get to know Brazil’s 20th-century modernist school of architecture, which made the country famous throughout the world. Admire works by architects like Oscar Niemeyer, such as the Edifício Copan and see the São Paulo Museum of Art, developed by Lina Bo Bardi -- famous for her modernist Glass House in the Morumbi neighborhood. Be amazed by the neoclassical, art nouveau, brutalist and contemporary styles that coexist within the metropolis. Before return transport to your hotel, your guide will tell you about the famous architects who contributed their talents to build São Paulo, such as Ramos de Azevedo and Vilanova Artigas. Learn about Isay Weinfeld’s Livraria da Vila (a bookshop with revolving shelves), as well as the museums and art galleries of Paulo Mendes da Rocha, such as the New Leme Gallery.

Inclusions
• Driver/guide
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
• Private tour

Exclusions
• Gratuities (optional)

Additional info
• Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers
• Children must be accompanied by an adult

Departure point
• Centrally located Hotels in São Paulo

Departure time
• Morning Departure: From 9am to 10:30am
• Afternoon Departure: From 1pm to 2:30pm
• Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Return details: Original departure point

Gastronomy Tour

Private Gastronomy Tour of São Paulo (3 hours)

Get a true taste of Brazil during this 3-hour culinary tour with a local guide. Stroll through São Paulo's vibrant food markets, including a typical local market and the legendary Municipal Market of São Paulo. Learn about traditional Brazilian dishes and their secrets from your local guide as you stroll past stalls filled with the colorful, fragrant produce. Head to the market’s Gourmet Lounge for an opportunity to sample tasty dishes, including lanche de mortadela (bologna sandwich), and discover the ingredients used in the preparation of feijoada.

Highlights
• Get a taste of Brazil on this private culinary tour
• Visit the Municipal Market of São Paulo and a typical feira, or street market, with your dedicated guide
• See the colorful, fragrant produce of Brazil laid out before you as you stroll through the market stalls
• Learn about traditional Brazilian dishes and their secret ingredients
• Stop by the Gourmet Lounge to taste some samples of Brazilian specialities

Itinerary
Meet your guide upon pickup from your hotel and begin your gastronomic tour of São Paulo by private vehicle. First, visit the Municipal Market of São Paulo – known simply as Mercadão – one of the city’s most traditional gourmet markets since it opened in 1933. The Mercadão, built in an eclectic industrial architectural style, features gorgeous stained-glass windows by Sorgenicht Conrad Filho, famous for his works in more than 300 Brazilian cathedrals. Follow your guide past stalls filled with a wide variety of foods – from fresh produce to meat, poultry, seafood, sweets and spices of all kinds. Along the way, take in the sights, smells and tastes of foods like the diverse fruits produced in different regions such as the Amazon and northeastern Brazil. Head to the market’s Gourmet Lounge for an opportunity to sample tasty dishes, including lanche de mortadela (bologna sandwich), and discover the ingredients used in the preparation of feijoada -- Brazil´s most famous dish of stewed beans and meat. Afterward, your guide will take you to a feira or street market, a popular pastime for Brazilians. These typical old markets that exist throughout the city offer fresh, quality fish, seafood and tropical fruit at great prices. Before heading back to your hotel by private vehicle, stroll the market and enjoy the lively atmosphere as you watch vendors shout to attract their customers!

Inclusions
• Driver/guide
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
• Private tour

Exclusions
• The listed price does not include a $X parking fee, payable at the time of tour check-in.
• Food and drinks
• Gratuities (optional)

Additional info
• Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
• Minimum drinking age is 18 years
• A small amount of walking is involved

Departure point
• Centrally located São Paulo Hotels

Departure time
• Morning Departure: from 9am to 10:30am
• Afternoon Departure: from 1pm to 2:30pm
• Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Return details: Original departure point

Coffe Farm Plantation

Coffe Farm Plantation (6 hours)

Learn about what makes Brazil's coffee so delicious during this 6-hour tour of a coffee farm plantation from São Paulo. With your local guide, walk through the historic farm house, which dates from 1850. Learn about the coffee preparation process, from harvesting the beans to packaging the finished product for sale in the market. Enjoy tasting a fresh-brewed cup of the fruits of the farm's labor. Round-trip transportation from most São Paulo hotels (approximately a 1.5-hour drive) is included.

Highlights
Visit a coffee farm plantation in Campinas, approximately 1.5 hours from São Paulo
• Explore the farm house, dating from 1850
• Learn about the coffee-making process, from harvest to packaging
• Taste some delicious Brazilian coffee
• Round-trip transportation from São Paulo is included

Inclusions
• Entrance fees
• Local guide
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
• Private tour

Exclusions
• Food and drinks
• Gratuities (optional)

Departure point: Hotels located in São Paulo City

Duration: 6 hours (approx.)

Additional info
• Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking
• Child rate applies only when sharing with 4 paying adults
• Children must be accompanied by an adult / Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat
• A minimum of 4 people per booking is required
• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions