Historic Center Travel Guide

São Paulo

A historic building with ornate architecture, a statue, and a plaza with pedestrians.
A historic building with ornate architecture, large columns, and statues.
A busy urban street with a large cathedral in the background.
A cathedral with twin spires and a large rose window, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.
A large building with two prominent clocks on its facade, a clear blue sky, and a flagpole in the foreground.

Stay near popular Historic Center attractions

A busy street with a sign indicating '25 de Março' and 'Rua Vinte e Cinco de Março'.

Rua 25 de Marco

7.4/10 (576 reviews)
During your trip to São Paulo, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Rua 25 de Marco. Experience the area's theatre scene and museums.
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Things to do

São Paulo: Campos do Jordão Guided Tour

São Paulo: Campos do Jordão Guided Tour

£86
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
São Paulo: Campos do Jordão Guided Tour
São Paulo Highlights Walking Tour with a Guide

São Paulo Highlights Walking Tour with a Guide

£30
per adult
São Paulo Highlights Walking Tour with a Guide
Sao Paulo: Downtown-Center Walking Tour | 2 Hours

Sao Paulo: Downtown-Center Walking Tour | 2 Hours

£19
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sao Paulo: Downtown-Center Walking Tour | 2 Hours
Visit São Paulo with a local guide

Visit São Paulo with a local guide

£19
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Visit São Paulo with a local guide
Private São Paulo Guided Walking Tour

São Paulo Must-see Attractions Walking Tour with a Guide

£21
per adult
São Paulo Must-see Attractions Walking Tour with a Guide
Night Walking Tour through the Bars of São Paulo

Night Walking Tour through the Bars of São Paulo

£27
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Night Walking Tour through the Bars of São Paulo
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Top hotels in Historic Center

SOOZ Hotel Collection

SOOZ Hotel Collection

3 out of 5
Avenida São Luís 234 São Paulo SP
The price is £49 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
£49
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in São Paulo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
SOOZ Hotel Collection
B&B Hotels São Paulo Luz - Centro

B&B Hotels São Paulo Luz - Centro

3 out of 5
R. Florêncio de Abreu, 752 São Paulo SP
The price is £42 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
£42
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in São Paulo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,451 reviews)
"The street is closed due road construction. It’s a mess Also the area around is extremely disgusting, there’s garbage everywhere"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

B&B Hotels São Paulo Luz - Centro
Gran Villagio Hotel SP by Castelo Itaipava

Gran Villagio Hotel SP by Castelo Itaipava

3.5 out of 5
Rua Martins Fontes, 330 São Paulo
The price is £39 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£39
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in São Paulo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Paulista Avenue and Allianz Parque are located ...
Gran Villagio Hotel SP by Castelo Itaipava
DELPLAZA Excelsior São Paulo - By Monreale

DELPLAZA Excelsior São Paulo - By Monreale

3.5 out of 5
Avenida Ipiranga, 770 São Paulo SP
The price is £46 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£46
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in São Paulo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
DELPLAZA Excelsior São Paulo - By Monreale
Hotel Nacional Inn Jaragua São Paulo

Hotel Nacional Inn Jaragua São Paulo

4 out of 5
R Martins Fontes 71 Centro São Paulo SP
The price is £54 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£54
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in São Paulo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Hotel Nacional Inn Jaragua São Paulo
Hotel Dan Inn Planalto São Paulo

Hotel Dan Inn Planalto São Paulo

3 out of 5
Av. Casper Líbero, 115 - Centro São Paulo SP
The price is £32 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£32
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in São Paulo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Hotel Dan Inn Planalto São Paulo
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Where to stay in Historic Center

Find the best Historic Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large classical building with a symmetrical facade, surrounded by well-manicured gardens and tall trees.

Jardins

Museums, shopping and cafes highlight some of the noteworthy features of Jardins. Make a stop by Paulista Avenue or Rua Augusta while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A cityscape with a river, modern buildings, and a distinctive bridge.

Itaim Bibi

Take time in Itaim Bibi to visit attractions like Parque do Povo and JK Iguatemi Shopping Mall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Campo Belo Station to see more of the city.

A Christmas tree with lights and a star on top, surrounded by a river and city lights.

Moema

Moema is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Shopping Ibirapuera and Ibirapuera Gymnasium are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Eucaliptos Subway Station or Moema Station to get around.

A river reflecting tall buildings, a modern bridge, and a unique cable structure.

Pinheiros

Pinheiros is a destination travellers like for its bars, and you might hop aboard the metro at Faria Lima Station or Pinheiros Metro Station to explore sights like Batman's Alley.

A city street with modern buildings, a bridge, and a clear sky.

Jardim Paulista

You might enjoy the bars while in Jardim Paulista. Paulista Avenue is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Consolacao Station or Oscar Freire Station to see more of the city.

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