Sao Paulo Centro Downtown Highlights Private Walking Tour

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Portuguese and 4 more

Discover São Paulo’s rich history as you explore its vibrant streets, from the majestic São Paulo Cathedral to the colorful Mercado Municipal. Uncover hidden gems, colonial treasures, and captivating stories that bring the city’s culture and past to life.

Available in
English, Spanish, Portuguese
French and Italian languages.

HIGHLIGHTS:

- Discover São Paulo’s iconic landmarks with a 5-Star Licensed Private Guide
- Explore the majestic São Paulo Cathedral and its stunning neo-Gothic design
- Learn the city’s origins at Pateo do Collegio, the birthplace of São Paulo
- Immerse yourself in vibrant markets and uncover hidden gems along the way
- Experience stories of São Paulo’s rise from colonial town to urban powerhouse

Uncover the soul of São Paulo on a private walking tour that blends history, culture, and hidden treasures. Led by a Licensed Guide passionate about the city’s rich heritage, you’ll explore highlights and uncover stories missed by many.

What's Included

Interesting facts about Sao Paulo history and culture
5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in your chosen language
Insider tips on the best things to do in Sao Paulo
Recommendations of local restaurants, cafes and pubs
Private Walking Tour of Sao Paulo's Downtown, Top Attractions and Hidden Gems
Tickets to attractions
Food and drinks

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide In front of Hotel Quintino, R. Quintino Bocaiúva, 267 - Centro Histórico de São Paulo, São Paulo - SP, 01004-010, Brazil. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Meet your guide In front of Hotel Quintino, R. Quintino Bocaiúva, 267 - Centro Histórico de São Paulo, São Paulo - SP, 01004-010, Brazil. Please do not enter the hotel, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    A 2-hour private tour of São Paulo and immerse yourself in the vibrant history of Brazil's largest metropolis. Your journey begins at the iconic São Paulo Cathedral, a neo-Gothic masterpiece that dominates the city’s historic center.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Stroll to the Solar da Marquesa de Santos, where tales of São Paulo’s colonial elite unfold in the opulent surroundings of this 18th-century mansion.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Next, step into the past at the Pateo do Collegio, the birthplace of São Paulo, where Jesuit priests laid the city’s foundation in 1554. Admire the colonial architecture while learning about the city’s fascinating origins.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Your guide will lead you to the Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil, an architectural gem and cultural hub. Along the way, spot unique details like the street art São Paulo is famed for—bold murals that bring colour and energy to the city. At the Martinelli Building, Brazil’s first skyscraper, marvel at its pioneering design and hear stories of São Paulo’s meteoric rise as an economic powerhouse in the 20th century.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Pause to take in the serenity of the Mosteiro de São Bento, a Benedictine monastery renowned for its Gregorian chants. Finally, end your tour at the bustling Mercado Municipal Paulistano, where aromas of exotic fruits and spices fill the air. This iconic market is a feast for the senses and the perfect place to soak up the city's vibrant culture.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Rosotravel - Ghent City Tours

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Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
DSA non-compliant
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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