Butantã Travel Guide
Sao Paulo


Popular places to visit

University of São Paulo
Explore the campus of University of São Paulo during your visit to São Paulo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Butantan Institute
Meet the animals who call Butantan Institute home during your trip to São Paulo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Museum of the Civil Police
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museum of the Civil Police during your trip to São Paulo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Parque Previdencia
You can take time to visit Parque Previdencia during your travels to São Paulo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Casa do Bandeirante
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Casa do Bandeirante in São Paulo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Museum of Contemporary Art
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Museum of Contemporary Art in São Paulo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
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

Sao Paulo: Downtown-Center Walking Tour | 2 Hours - English

Visit São Paulo with a local guide

São Paulo Highlights Walking Tour with a Guide

Body Massage - by Venus' Secret Spa - Sao Paulo
Top hotels in Butantã

Hs Hotel Morumbi
Valeu a pena a estadia, quarto limpo, funcionarios atenciosos.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Gran Villagio Hotel SP by Castelo Itaipava
The staff always treat you like family but the hotel needs renovation urgent
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Hampton by Hilton Guarulhos Airport
A1
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Hotel Nacional Inn Jaragua São Paulo
Nice room, great location and nice amenities with a great breakfast
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Grand Mercure SP Itaim Bibi
Very good
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Rosewood Sao Paulo
5 star hotel. Amazing breakfast, two beautiful pools, great spa, comfy bed, very clean. Food service is slow, but that's tru of everywhere in São Paulo. Would stay here again!
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Butantã

Pinheiros
Pinheiros is a destination travellers like for its bars, and you might hop aboard the metro at Faria Lima Station or Pinheiros Metro Station to explore sights like Batman's Alley.

Morumbi
You'll enjoy the museums and live music in Morumbi. You might want to make time for a stop at Morumbi Stadium or Bandeirantes Palace.

Itaim Bibi
Take time in Itaim Bibi to visit attractions like Parque do Povo and JK Iguatemi Shopping Mall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Campo Belo Station to see more of the city.

Jardins
Museums, shopping and cafes highlight some of the noteworthy features of Jardins. Make a stop by Paulista Avenue or Rua Augusta while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Vila Olimpia
Unique features of Vila Olimpia include the shopping and bars. Make a stop by Shopping Vila Olimpia or JK Iguatemi Shopping Mall while you're exploring the area.

Cerqueira Cesar
Shopping and bars are highlights of Cerqueira Cesar. Make a stop by Paulista Avenue or Oscar Freire Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Oscar Freire Station to get around town.
