Top Sao Paulo Cultural Tours

Sao Paulo is a sprawling city that can seem daunting to explore. Travelers with a lot of curiosity but not much time will appreciate the chance to maximize sightseeing with more than 20 Sao Paulo sights in one efficient full-day city tour. Before the day is done, you'll see and learn about popular destinations and insider favorites including landmark architecture, bustling neighborhoods, top shopping, emblematic food and drink, museums, street art, churches, and much more.

With more than 12 million people, São Paulo ranks as Brazil’s largest city, which means there’s a ton to see and do. During this fully customized private city tour, work with your guide to design the ultimate itinerary based on your interests—food, art, shopping, architecture, or a little of everything. See what you want, when you want, all while enjoying personalized insights from a local guide.

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.

Explore São Paulo in just a few hours on 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 municipal market, the Liberdade neighborhood, and Paulista Avenue. Choose from two tour lengths; with longer tours enjoying more 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.

Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a relaxing day on the beach. Visit the town of Santos and take a streetcar tour to see the historical landmarks. Spend the rest of the day relaxing at various beaches in the area and the viewpoint at Maluf Mountain. Head back to your hotel in Sao Paulo after a day of fun in the sun.

Discover the bustling city of São Paulo on a 7-hour private tour by car. Customize your itinerary and visit some of the city’s most popular sights such as Ibirapuera Park, Sé Cathedral, Batman Alley, the Municipal Market, and the Liberdade neighborhood. Learn about the history of each location and the best places to snap a photo from your informative guide.

Visit São Paulo's major attractions and most significant sights on this private city tour with a guide. The itinerary may include stops at Ibirapuera Park, the historical downtown, Paulista Ave. (the most important Brazilian thoroughfare), and more. Since this is a private tour, you will be able to determine which sights you want to see and for how long.

Discover the best that the concrete jungle of São Paulo has to offer as you embark on a sightseeing tour by car. Alongside a private guide, visit the city’s top highlights including Ibirapuera Park, the municipal market, the São Paulo cathedral, and the graffitied Batman Alley. Your guide provides insights into the history and culture of the city and Brazil while you explore.

Get acquainted with the metropolitan grandeur of São Paulo on a private half-day tour of the bustling Brazilian city. Travel to São Paulo’s most sought-after sights in a luxurious vehicle with a knowledgeable guide, visiting prominent landmarks like The Pacaembu Stadium and Sé Cathedral Square. Discover the intriguing history and heritage of the city and receive the undivided attention of your private guide on this executive tour.

The cultural and historical highlights of Sao Paulo, Brazil are spread throughout the city which can be daunting to navigate. Perfect for first-time visitors, this full-day private tour allows travelers to customize what they want to see from options including the street art of Batman Alley, leafy Ibirapuera Park, chic Paulista Avenue, the Municipal Market, the city cathedral, and more along with a guide and private transportation.

First time in São Paulo? It can be a little overwhelming to say the least. Take this half-day private driving tour and get an overview of all this vibrant Brazilian city has to offer. Considered Brazil’s ‘late bloomer’, what São Paulo lacks in colonial history, it more than makes up for with its modern architecture and emerging art scene. Personalize your tour by choosing stops along the way to explore, snap some pics or grab a bite.

Discover the best that São Paulo has to offer as you explore the city’s major highlights on this full-day tour. Alongside a private guide, discover the top landmarks of the city such as Ibirapuera Park, the cathedral, the Municipal Market, Paulista Avenue, and the graffiti-covered Batman Alley. While you explore, your guide provides commentary on the history and culture of the city and Brazil.

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival in São Paulo with this private transfer service. Meet your driver at Gaurulhos International Airport, sit back and relax on the journey to your hotel or private residence. Avoid long taxi lines or confusing public transportation with this convenient, door-to-door service. These private vehicles can accommodate up to eight passengers.

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.

What about visiting a Market out of touristic paths, strongly local and incredible good? Even better if this place represent a perfect mix between local food and foreigns influences! ​The Pinheiros Municipal Market, located in the vibrant Pinheiros neighborhood, it is a point of reference for locals that lives around and seeks for high quality products. ​The neighborhoods itself (for some researcher the real first neighborhood of Sao Paulo) has an incredible mix of tradition and innovation, walking on its streets it is always surprising and fascinating! ★ What you'll get on this tour ★ ▲ 3 main dishes for share - Brazilian traditional cuisine - Neapolitan most veracious pizza - Fresh delicious seafood ♥ I'm a gourmet guide since 2015 - Wine and beer lover - a Neapolitan passionate about foreign as local food - a point of view of a migrant perfect to get a genuine inside and avoid tourist trap ;)

Visit the small town of Campos do Jordão on a day trip from São Paulo. This amazing little area is one of the highest cities of Brazil and is decorated with German architecture. Spend the day exploring the town with a range of activities including sightseeing, hiking, and people watching. Enjoy private round-trip transportation from your hotel in São Paulo to Campos do Jordão.

Maximize your limited vacation time in Sao Paulo on a half-day group tour. This extensive excursion is perfect for people on a tight schedule or travelers who want to orient themselves to the city for future exploring. The robust itinerary takes you to iconic attractions, including the Estacao da Luz, Sa Paulo Cathedral, and Parque Ibirapuera. You'll also enjoy photo opportunities at the Monument to the Bandeiras and Paulista Avenue.

Escape the bustling streets of Sao Paulo and venture on a private tour to the creative town of Embu das Artes just 40 minutes outside of the city. This colonial town features numerous galleries, artisan shops, fairs, and cafes to get a feel for this unique place. Shop for souvenirs, sample local Brazilian dishes, and learn about the history of the town throughout the tour.

Did you know that São Paulo is home to the largest Japanese community outside of Japan? Liberdade, a place with a strong and very long history, once a local executive and military district, became 100 years ago the place of fixation for Japanese immigrants in the city of São Paulo. Today a place of migrants from many places, China, Korea, Congo, Haiti, this neighborhood is a blast of cultures and diversity! All of this diversity can be very well synthesized in its peculiar and differentiated cuisine. Ready to taste Japanese pastel with tropical sugarcane juice, discover about Brazilian ‘sushi’, and more?

I invite you to join me on this self guided audio tour into the heart of downtown São Paulo. Not only will I show you a number of the city's beautiful landmarks, but you will also gain insight into the evolution of the city. From being a mosquito-infested village to the economic powerhouse it is today! My name is Andrew Creelman, I'm a tour guide and author of two best selling books about life in São Paulo. If you are under the impression that this concrete jungle has little to offer in the way of interest...allow me to surprise you!

The state of São Paulo is home to one of the largest Buddhist temples in South America. During this 6-hour guided tour from São Paulo, visit the 107,639-square-foot (10,000-square-meter) Zu Lai Temple and learn about Buddhism in Brazil. Then visit the nearby colonial town of Embu das Artes to explore the art galleries, artisan shops, handicraft stalls, and food that this historic town is known for. Shop for gifts and souvenirs from a range of artisan products including paintings, wood carvings, ceramics, folk art, and jewelry.

See Sao Paulo at its most atmospheric as you explore the city by night. With this tour, enjoy a customizable itinerary and the undivided attention of your private guide. Discover the buzzing Vila Madalena neighborhood, listen to some live music at a traditional Brazilian bar, and admire the glittering skyline as you drive along Paulista Avenue. Finally, enjoy a drink at the SKYE rooftop bar and take in the panoramic views from the MAC museum.

Explore São Paulo's vibrant nightlife with a local guide during this 4-hour private tour. Get acquainted with Vila Madalena, a historically bohemian neighborhood known for its vivacious São Paulo nightlife. Admire the city views from the top floor of the Unique Hotel, sip a cocktail at Skye Bar or say 'saudade' as you clink beers with the locals at Bar Brahma. Enjoy the company of your local guide, who will stay by your side to teach you local etiquette, customs and make sure there are no language barriers. Round-trip transportation from São Paulo hotels is included.

Home to one of the largest LGBTI+ parades in the world, Sao Paulo is a hot spot for gay-friendly tourism. Join us for an accommodating tour, highlighting the vibrant and safe culture of the city. With 14 stops to explore, learn about the revolutionary history and leave with a better understanding of the city.