Historic Center Travel Guide
São Paulo
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Popular places to visit
Rua 25 de Marco
During your trip to São Paulo, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Rua 25 de Marco. Experience the area's theatre scene and museums.
Republic Square
Find out about the history of São Paulo when you spend time at Republic Square. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Mercado Municipal
Get your fill of the tastes, smells and energy of South America in this bustling and artfully designed market.
São Bento Monastery
Sample fruit jams and bread made by Benedictine monks, see intricate frescos and listen to Gregorian chants at this opulent monastery.
Liberty Square
You can learn about the history of São Paulo with a visit to Liberty Square. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
São Paulo Stock Exchange
Experience something of the frenzied financial activities of a trading floor when you go on a guided tour of a stock exchange that dates back to the 19th century.
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
São Paulo: Campos do Jordão Guided Tour
Sao Paulo: Downtown-Center Walking Tour | 2 Hours
Visit São Paulo with a local guide
Top hotels in Historic Center
SOOZ Hotel Collection
"Overall a reasonable hotel to stay in Samoa."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Gran Villagio Hotel SP by Castelo Itaipava
"Great"
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Hotel Nacional Inn Jaragua São Paulo
"The AC is to old you need to renew is to hot."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hotel Dan Inn Planalto São Paulo
"This hotel is old but works well. Many guests stay at this hotel, left was busy, breakfast was so crowded."
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
B&B Hotels São Paulo Luz - Centro
"I liked the restaurant's daily pizza night buffet. Very easy & comfortable"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
DELPLAZA Excelsior São Paulo - By Monreale
"Helpful Staff, good breakfast and clean facilities!"
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Center
República
Get to know República and its many features like its monuments and parks. You might want to explore sights like Avenida São Luís and Republic Square, and you can jump on the metro at Republica Station or Anhangabau 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.
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 Shopping 25 Bras Mall, and jump on the metro at Bras Metro 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.
Consolação
Noted for its shopping and bars, there's plenty to explore in Consolação. Top attractions like Paulista Avenue and Football Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Paulista Station or Higienópolis-Mackenzie Station to see more of the city.
Jardim Paulista
You might enjoy the bars while in Jardim Paulista. Paulista Avenue is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Consolacao Station or Oscar Freire Station to see more of the city.
