Penha de Franca Travel Guide
Sao Paulo
Visit Penha de Franca
Popular places to visit
Paulista Avenue
See the financial and cultural heart of one of South America’s busiest cities before unwinding in a bar full of local business people at the end of the day.
Interlagos Race Track
Interlagos Race Track is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to São Paulo. Experience the art scene and museums in this culturally rich area.
Allianz Parque
Catch an event at Allianz Parque during your trip to São Paulo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Morumbi Stadium
Catch an event at Morumbi Stadium during your trip to São Paulo. Attend a sporting event in this culturally rich area.
São Paulo Expo
Learn about the events happening in São Paulo Expo during your trip to São Paulo. Experience the art scene and museums in this culturally rich area.
Oscar Freire Street
During your visit to São Paulo, you can enjoy retail therapy at Oscar Freire Street. Discover the area's theatre scene and spas.
Things to do
Downtown São Paulo's Epic History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
São Paulo: Main City Sights in 7 Hours – Shared Group Tour
Plaza Premium Lounge at São Paulo Airport (GRU)
Sao Paulo: Downtown-Center Walking Tour | 2 Hours - English
Visit São Paulo with a local guide
Top hotels in Penha de Franca
Gran Villagio Hotel SP by Castelo Itaipava
Food was amazing
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Hotel Nacional Inn Jaragua São Paulo
Nice room, great location and nice amenities with a great breakfast
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hampton by Hilton Guarulhos Airport
Room was fresh, beds were comfortable and the WiFi was responsive. Staff member spoke English. We arrived early from an international flight and we were able to check in early (for a fee). The breakfast buffet was Brazilian fare, but delicious!! Something for everyone, I’d say. Toasters, it seems, ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Grand Mercure SP Itaim Bibi
Clean and quiet. Staffs are friendly.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
TRYP by Wyndham Sao Paulo Paulista Paraiso
Clean room, friendly staff, good location.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Rosewood Sao Paulo
Lovely room, beautiful hotel, attentive staff
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Penha de Franca
Bras
Well liked for its museums and monuments, Bras is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Mega Polo Moda and Feirinha da Madrugada, and jump on the metro at Bras Metro Station to get around the city.
Liberdade
The bars and museums are just a few things visitors like about Liberdade. Hakka Eventos and São Paulo Cultural Center are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Sao Joaquim Station or Vergueiro Station to get around the larger area.
República
Get to know República and its many features like its monuments and parks. You might want to explore sights like Republic Square and Copan Building, and you can jump on the metro at Republica Station or Anhangabau Station to get around the city.
Bela Vista
While you're in Bela Vista, take in top sights like Paulista Avenue and jump on the metro at Trianon-Masp Station to see more of the city.
São Miguel Paulista
Travellers like the museums in São Miguel Paulista, and Chapel of St. Michael the Archangel Museum is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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 Cinemateca Brasileira are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Vila Mariana Station or Ana Rosa Station to get around.
