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

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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

£87
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
São Paulo: Campos do Jordão Guided Tour
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
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
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
Picture 4 for Activity São Paulo: Fashion, Art & Flavor Tour with a City Insider

São Paulo: Fashion, Art & Flavor Tour with a City Insider

£26
per adult
São Paulo: Fashion, Art & Flavor Tour with a City Insider
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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 Museum of Image and Sound 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 City Hall. 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 river winding through a park with a dome-shaped building and a dense urban skyline in the background.

Vila Mariana

Vila Mariana is well liked for its museums and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Paulista Avenue and Shopping Metro Santa Cruz are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Vila Mariana Station or Ana Rosa Station to get around.

Historic Center Travel Guide

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