Sao Paulo Hotels

Museums are world-class in this cultural capital, from the Museum of Art to the Museum of the Portuguese Language. A million pizzas are eaten in Sao Paulo every day, and with places like Speranza it’s not hard to see why. Wander through Sampa for an equally sizeable taste of Sao Paulo life – the city has evolved into a heavily populated concrete monster since it was founded by Jesuits in 1554, but although the buildings are grey the people are exceptionally colourful.

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Sao Paulo History

• Catedral da Sé – The cathedral of the metropolitan area and a symbol of the city.
• Faculdade de Direito – The country’s College of Law was founded in 1827 and is the oldest educational institute.
• Banespa Skyscraper – Enjoy the panoramic view from one of Brazil’s highest buildings and landmarks.
• Sao Bento Monastery – Built in 1650, this site attracts many who take part in the Gregorian chants.
• Viaduto do Efigenia – This landmark São Paulo viaduct links two of the city’s main streets.

Sao Paulo Art & Culture

• Latin America's Memorial – A place that bring together the roots and culture of Latin America.
• São Paulo Art Biennial – A cultural event held every two years with Brazilian and international art.
• International Electronic Art Festival – Attracts artists from all of corners of the globe to its art shows, meetings and debates.
• Carnival – A traditional celebration held each year and includes a parade of samba schools.
• Ipiranga Museum – Preserving the memory of Brazil’s Independence, includes 100,000 artefacts.

Sao Paulo Shopping

• Galeria do Rock – A five-story shopping centre dedicated to heavy metal and rock music.
• El Dorado Shopping Centre – More than 300 great shops where you can find just about everything.
• Livraria Cultura – The place to find books on Brazil, its culture, country and life.
• Morumbi Shopping – A refined place with top local and international stores.
• Daslu – This exclusive São Paulo shop offers only the best.

Gay & Lesbian Sao Paulo

• Gay Pride – Largest in the world, held each year during May and June.
• Cantho - Great dancing club with popular music from the '70s, '80s and '90s.
• The Week – Local São Paulo hotspot with awesome DJs and dance floor.
• Vegas Club – Great gay nights on Friday and Saturday with a large bar and outdoor area.
• Sogo – High-energy sounds and dancing.

Sao Paulo Events

You’ll want tickets to the parade in the Sambodromo for Carnival in March. Elaborately costumed dancers and musicians parade atop decorated cars playing samba rhythms.

At July’s Japanese Festival,it isn’t just sushi and tea that showcaseSao Paulo’s thriving Japanese culture.

Enjoy the smooth grooves at Sao Paulo Jockey Club in October for the Natura Nos Festival,which hosts Brazilian musos and some international acts.

The Sao Paulo International Film Festival in Octoberoffers the very best of the Brazilian film industry, and even shows a few films you won’t need a phrase book to understand.

Big-name bands hit the open-air stages at Sao Paulo Play Centre for Planeta Terra Festival in November.

When To Go

• Summer can be very humid, and although it’s the rainy season it still brings more crowds and higher prices.
• Everything’s cheaper from June to September. It’s colder than summer, but temperatures rarely drop below 11ºC (52ºF).
• Spring (March to May) is a great time to visit,when the city is warm and dry.

Getting Around

• Transport in Sao Paulo can be hellish. Roads are ridiculously congested, so renting a car is not the best option.
• It’s best to stay below ground, and the subway system makes getting around the city very easy, clean, safe and efficient.
• Buses are reliable, but can be uncomfortably crowded at peak hour.

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