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City guide · Brazil

Sao Paulo

South America's restless art-and-food giant.

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Restaurants · Art & museums · Nightlife · Neighborhoods

When to visit.

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What to see

Start with the sights.

01What to seeSão Paulo CathedralExplore →
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São Paulo Cathedral

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The Metropolitan Cathedral of Our Lady Assumption and Saint Paul, also known as the See Cathedral, is the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of São Paulo, Brazil.

02What to seeEdifício ItáliaExplore →
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Edifício Itália

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Edifício Itália is a 165 m (541 ft) tall 46-story skyscraper located in the República district, Central Zone of São Paulo, Brazil.

03What to seeEdifício CopanExplore →
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Edifício Copan

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The Edifício Copan, or just Copan, is one of the most important and emblematic buildings in the city of São Paulo, located at number 200 Avenida Ipiranga, in the city center, and was inaugurated in 1966.

04What to seeSão Paulo Museum of ArtExplore →
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São Paulo Museum of Art

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The São Paulo Museum of Art is an art museum in São Paulo, Brazil.

05What to seeEstádio do PacaembuExplore →
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Estádio do Pacaembu

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The Estádio do Pacaembu, currently known as Mercado Livre Arena Pacaembu for sponsorship reasons, is an association football stadium in São Paulo, Brazil.

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Month by month

Sao Paulo, month by month.

What to plan a trip around, month by month.

March in Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo in March. One of the best months to visit Sao Paulo. Typical daytime highs around 81°F (27°C).

April in Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo in April. One of the best months to visit Sao Paulo. Typical daytime highs around 77°F (25°C).

May in Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo in May. One of the best months to visit Sao Paulo. Typical daytime highs around 73°F (23°C).

June in Sao Paulo

What’s on in Sao Paulo in June. Typical daytime highs around 72°F (22°C).

July in Sao Paulo

What’s on in Sao Paulo in July. Typical daytime highs around 73°F (23°C).

September in Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo in September. One of the best months to visit Sao Paulo. Typical daytime highs around 81°F (27°C).

October in Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo in October. One of the best months to visit Sao Paulo. Typical daytime highs around 77°F (25°C).

Make a plan

Before you go.

Transport, fares & local advice

Getting there

Fly into Sao Paulo-Guarulhos (GRU).

Know before you go

  • Come for the food and art rather than the skyline.
  • Explore Vila Madalena for bars and street art.
  • Time MASP's free hours and the Sunday street markets.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Sao Paulo?

The best time to visit Sao Paulo is Mar–May & Sep–Oct, in Brazil.

Where is Sao Paulo?

Sao Paulo is in Brazil. The nearest major airport is Sao Paulo-Guarulhos (GRU).

What is Sao Paulo known for?

South America's restless art-and-food giant.

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