São Paulo, the Brazilian city that welcomes the most foreign visitors every year, is the megalopolis of work. But it can prove to be a fun place. A three-day period might be ideal to get a taste of what the city has to offer.
Day 1
Start in the city center. The area offers options for architecture enthusiasts, such as the Copan building. Visitors can have coffee at Santa Efigênia Pão & Cia. — be sure to try the grilled bread with cream cheese.
Visit the Metrópole Gallery, the Mário de Andrade Library, the São Paulo City Museum, and the Cultural Center of Banco do Brasil. In the evening, enjoy a cold beer at Bar Brahma, located at the iconic Ipiranga and São João crossroads.
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Day 2
Start your morning at Ibirapuera Park. Afterward, head to the Sesc Avenida Paulista on the famous avenue of the same name. There, visitors can go up to the 17th floor to check out the viewpoint.
For lunch, one option is Halim, an Arab restaurant opened in 1973. Heading to the other end of Paulista Avenue, walk to the Trianon-Masp metro station and visit the Masp (São Paulo Museum of Art). To end the day, stroll along Augusta Street, known for its bars and nightlife.
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Day 3
Explore the attractions in neighborhoods farther from the city center, such as Vila Madalena's nightlife. During the day, street art in the neighborhood is a highlight. For lunch, the Pai do Beco restaurant offers great options, along with drinks.
Continue to the Tomie Ohtake Institute. Chocolate lovers can also visit Dengo's concept store on Faria Lima Avenue. At the end of the day, enjoy the view from Praça do Pôr do Sol (Sunset Square), which is a 20-minute walk from the Cidade Universitária Metro Station on the Yellow Line 4.
