São Paulo 7-Hour Private Tour Overview with Optional GRU Airport Pickup
by Gregtur Turismo
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This is a 7-hour private tour providing an overview of São Paulo with an optional pickup from GRU Airport or hotels within the metropolitan area. The tour starts by passing through the Brooklin and Itaim neighborhoods, known for their tall office buildings and upscale hotels. It then stops to view the Ponte Estaiada Octavio Frias de Oliveira, a cable-stayed bridge with two independent curved lanes forming an X shape. Next, the tour visits Ibirapuera Park, where there is a 15-minute break to see the park’s lake, fountains, and outdoor spaces. Nearby are three major art museums: the Museum of Contemporary Art (MAC), the Museum of Modern Art (MAM), and the Afro-Brazil Museum; entrance fees are not included. A 30-minute visit to the MAC includes access to its terrace, which offers a 360-degree view of the city. Following this, there is a 10-minute stop at the Monument to the Bandeiras, a sculpture honoring early settlers located near the park. The tour continues along Avenida 23 de Maio, passing the world’s largest vertical garden on its walls. It then visits the Liberdade neighborhood, known as the Japanese area, where the street market and distinctive Japanese-style lamps are seen. The Sé Cathedral is next, with a 15-minute stop to view its medieval European-inspired architecture at the city’s geographic center. The route proceeds through downtown São Paulo, passing historic buildings such as the San Benedictine Monastery, noted for its religious services and bakery, and the Pateo do Collegio, the city’s founding site. The Matarazzo Building, now City Hall, and the Municipal Theater, known for cultural events, are viewed from the vehicle, as is the Julio Prestes Cultural Center, home to the São Paulo Symphony Orchestra. Luz Station includes a 10-minute stop to learn about its role in immigration history. The Municipal Market is visited for 40 minutes, offering a variety of Brazilian foods and products. The tour then proceeds to Paulista Avenue, where there is a 15-minute guided walk focusing on its historical importance. The Jardins neighborhood and Oscar Freire Shopping Street are next, known for luxury stores and boutiques. Batman Alley in Vila Madalena receives 30 minutes to view street art murals in this cultural district with galleries and studios. The tour also passes through the upscale Jardim Europa and Avenida Europa, known for imported car dealerships. The itinerary is flexible and can be adjusted based on the group’s interests. Included are transport in a fully equipped vehicle, a licensed private guide, and hotel or airport pickup and drop-off within the São Paulo metropolitan area. Entrance fees and meals are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Ponte Estaiada Octavio Frias de Oliveira
View the distinctive cable-stayed bridge with a 138-meter structure in an X-shape. It is the only bridge worldwide with two independent curved lanes.
Parque Ibirapuera
Stop for 15 minutes at Ibirapuera Park, recognized for its lake and water fountain. The park also hosts three major art museums: MAC, MAM, and the Afro-Brazil Museum.
15 min
Monument to the Bandeiras
A 10-minute visit to this monument honoring São Paulo’s early settlers, a well-known city landmark located within Ibirapuera Park.
10 min
Museum of Contemporary Art - MAC USP Ibirapuera
Spend 30 minutes at MAC, including access to its terrace with a 360-degree view over São Paulo.
30 min
Muro dos Arcos da Avenida 23 de Maio
Drive past the world’s largest vertical garden located on the walls along Avenida 23 de Maio.
Liberdade Street Market
Visit the Japanese neighborhood where the weekend Art, Craft and Culture Fair takes place, recognized for its Japanese-style street lamps.
Catedral da Se de Sao Paulo
A 15-minute stop at Sé Cathedral, inspired by medieval European churches, located at São Paulo’s central square.
15 min
Mosteiro De Sao Bento
View the Benedictine Monastery famous for its Gregorian chant masses and bakery products made by monks; it hosted Pope Benedict XVI during his visit.
Pateo do Collegio
See the historic founding site of São Paulo and its museum, where Jesuits built the first school four centuries ago.
Matarazzo Building City Hall Of Sao Paulo
Drive by the 1939 building originally for Matarazzo Industries, designed by Marcello Piacentini, now the city hall.
Museum Theatro Municipal of Sao Paulo
Drive past the Municipal Theater, a key historical site for cultural events like the 1922 Week of Modern Art.
The Julio Prestes Cultural Center - Sala Sao Paulo
View the historic Julio Prestes train station that also functions as a concert hall for the São Paulo Symphony Orchestra.
Estacao da Luz
Stop for 10 minutes at Luz Station, historically important as an entry point for immigrants arriving by train from the port of Santos.
10 min
Mercado Municipal de Sao Paulo
Spend 40 minutes at the Municipal Market, known for a wide variety of Brazilian fruits, nuts, wines, cheeses, and local foods.
40 min
Paulista Avenue
Walk for 15 minutes along Paulista Avenue with a guide explaining its historical and cultural significance.
15 min
Jardins
Pass through the Jardins neighborhood, known for leisure, culture, shopping, restaurants, and hotels.
Shopping 25 de Marco
Drive by 25 de Março Street, which has about 5,000 registered stores and receives around 400 thousand visitors daily looking for a variety of products.
Paroquia Nossa Senhora do Brasil
Stop for 15 minutes at this church noted for its ceiling paintings and neo-colonial architecture influenced by Brazilian and Portuguese baroque styles.
15 min
Avenida Europa
Pass along Avenida Europa, known for numerous imported car dealerships including Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati, and Bentley.
Jardim Europa
Drive through Jardim Europa, an affluent neighborhood with mansions belonging to prominent residents.
Batman Alley
Spend 30 minutes at Batman Alley in Vila Madalena, viewing large-scale street art murals that frequently change.
30 min
Vila Madalena
Visit the Vila Madalena district, a cultural center with art galleries, studios, and street art.
Rua Oscar Freire Shopping Street
See Oscar Freire Street, known for luxury boutiques and large chain stores offering discounted products.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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São Paulo 7-Hour Private Tour Overview with Optional GRU Airport Pickup
by Gregtur Turismo
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$414Overview
This is a 7-hour private tour providing an overview of São Paulo with an optional pickup from GRU Airport or hotels within the metropolitan area. The tour starts by passing through the Brooklin and Itaim neighborhoods, known for their tall office buildings and upscale hotels. It then stops to view the Ponte Estaiada Octavio Frias de Oliveira, a cable-stayed bridge with two independent curved lanes forming an X shape. Next, the tour visits Ibirapuera Park, where there is a 15-minute break to see the park’s lake, fountains, and outdoor spaces. Nearby are three major art museums: the Museum of Contemporary Art (MAC), the Museum of Modern Art (MAM), and the Afro-Brazil Museum; entrance fees are not included. A 30-minute visit to the MAC includes access to its terrace, which offers a 360-degree view of the city. Following this, there is a 10-minute stop at the Monument to the Bandeiras, a sculpture honoring early settlers located near the park. The tour continues along Avenida 23 de Maio, passing the world’s largest vertical garden on its walls. It then visits the Liberdade neighborhood, known as the Japanese area, where the street market and distinctive Japanese-style lamps are seen. The Sé Cathedral is next, with a 15-minute stop to view its medieval European-inspired architecture at the city’s geographic center. The route proceeds through downtown São Paulo, passing historic buildings such as the San Benedictine Monastery, noted for its religious services and bakery, and the Pateo do Collegio, the city’s founding site. The Matarazzo Building, now City Hall, and the Municipal Theater, known for cultural events, are viewed from the vehicle, as is the Julio Prestes Cultural Center, home to the São Paulo Symphony Orchestra. Luz Station includes a 10-minute stop to learn about its role in immigration history. The Municipal Market is visited for 40 minutes, offering a variety of Brazilian foods and products. The tour then proceeds to Paulista Avenue, where there is a 15-minute guided walk focusing on its historical importance. The Jardins neighborhood and Oscar Freire Shopping Street are next, known for luxury stores and boutiques. Batman Alley in Vila Madalena receives 30 minutes to view street art murals in this cultural district with galleries and studios. The tour also passes through the upscale Jardim Europa and Avenida Europa, known for imported car dealerships. The itinerary is flexible and can be adjusted based on the group’s interests. Included are transport in a fully equipped vehicle, a licensed private guide, and hotel or airport pickup and drop-off within the São Paulo metropolitan area. Entrance fees and meals are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Ponte Estaiada Octavio Frias de Oliveira
View the distinctive cable-stayed bridge with a 138-meter structure in an X-shape. It is the only bridge worldwide with two independent curved lanes.
Parque Ibirapuera
Stop for 15 minutes at Ibirapuera Park, recognized for its lake and water fountain. The park also hosts three major art museums: MAC, MAM, and the Afro-Brazil Museum.
15 min
Monument to the Bandeiras
A 10-minute visit to this monument honoring São Paulo’s early settlers, a well-known city landmark located within Ibirapuera Park.
10 min
Museum of Contemporary Art - MAC USP Ibirapuera
Spend 30 minutes at MAC, including access to its terrace with a 360-degree view over São Paulo.
30 min
Muro dos Arcos da Avenida 23 de Maio
Drive past the world’s largest vertical garden located on the walls along Avenida 23 de Maio.
Liberdade Street Market
Visit the Japanese neighborhood where the weekend Art, Craft and Culture Fair takes place, recognized for its Japanese-style street lamps.
Catedral da Se de Sao Paulo
A 15-minute stop at Sé Cathedral, inspired by medieval European churches, located at São Paulo’s central square.
15 min
Mosteiro De Sao Bento
View the Benedictine Monastery famous for its Gregorian chant masses and bakery products made by monks; it hosted Pope Benedict XVI during his visit.
Pateo do Collegio
See the historic founding site of São Paulo and its museum, where Jesuits built the first school four centuries ago.
Matarazzo Building City Hall Of Sao Paulo
Drive by the 1939 building originally for Matarazzo Industries, designed by Marcello Piacentini, now the city hall.
Museum Theatro Municipal of Sao Paulo
Drive past the Municipal Theater, a key historical site for cultural events like the 1922 Week of Modern Art.
The Julio Prestes Cultural Center - Sala Sao Paulo
View the historic Julio Prestes train station that also functions as a concert hall for the São Paulo Symphony Orchestra.
Estacao da Luz
Stop for 10 minutes at Luz Station, historically important as an entry point for immigrants arriving by train from the port of Santos.
10 min
Mercado Municipal de Sao Paulo
Spend 40 minutes at the Municipal Market, known for a wide variety of Brazilian fruits, nuts, wines, cheeses, and local foods.
40 min
Paulista Avenue
Walk for 15 minutes along Paulista Avenue with a guide explaining its historical and cultural significance.
15 min
Jardins
Pass through the Jardins neighborhood, known for leisure, culture, shopping, restaurants, and hotels.
Shopping 25 de Marco
Drive by 25 de Março Street, which has about 5,000 registered stores and receives around 400 thousand visitors daily looking for a variety of products.
Paroquia Nossa Senhora do Brasil
Stop for 15 minutes at this church noted for its ceiling paintings and neo-colonial architecture influenced by Brazilian and Portuguese baroque styles.
15 min
Avenida Europa
Pass along Avenida Europa, known for numerous imported car dealerships including Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati, and Bentley.
Jardim Europa
Drive through Jardim Europa, an affluent neighborhood with mansions belonging to prominent residents.
Batman Alley
Spend 30 minutes at Batman Alley in Vila Madalena, viewing large-scale street art murals that frequently change.
30 min
Vila Madalena
Visit the Vila Madalena district, a cultural center with art galleries, studios, and street art.
Rua Oscar Freire Shopping Street
See Oscar Freire Street, known for luxury boutiques and large chain stores offering discounted products.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
More things to do in Sao Paulo
- São Paulo 5-hour Private Tour with Its Main Sights and Optional Airport Pickup
- 6-Hour Classic Half-Day Private Tour of São Paulo with Optional Airport Pickup
- São Paulo City Tour Meet Half-Day with Batman Alley and Paulista Avenue
- São Paulo 4-Hour Private Sum-Up Tour Including Its Major Attractions Ibirapuera Park Sé Cathedral Batman Alley
- São Paulo Full Day Shared City Tour 7 Hours Including Batman Alley & Paulista Avenue Main Sights