Historic Center Travel Guide
Sao Paulo
Visit Historic Center
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.
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.
Municipal Theatre of São Paulo
Reserve tickets for ballet and musical performances at this grandiose theater and appreciate the opulent décor of its halls and auditorium.
Mercado Municipal
Get your fill of the tastes, smells and energy of South America in this bustling and artfully designed market.
Sé Square
Find out about the history of São Paulo when you spend time at Sé Square. 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
Top hotels in Historic Center
DELPLAZA Excelsior São Paulo - By Monreale
Small and old place
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Gran Villagio Hotel SP by Castelo Itaipava
Great
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
SOOZ Hotel Collection
Great hotel, clean, excellent breakfast! Very happy!
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
HOTEL AMALIA
Muito bom recomendo
Reviewed on 30 Mar 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
The hotel was great. The area is a little bit sketchy though.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 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.
