6-Hour Private Layover Tour in São Paulo from GRU & CGH Airports Discount Tickets

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Overview

Get to understand the amazing historic process of São Paulo that in 465 years of existence, marked by relative inexpressiveness for more than three centuries, has become the largest city in the Southern hemisphere and one of the largest cities in the World. 
This tour is designed to cover the main historical sights in a chronological sequence from the early São Paulo times to the recent days, starting from its founding site.
 Explore some of the most historical sights such as “Pátio do Colégio”, “Sé Cathedral, “Largo São Francisco Law School”, “Tea Viaduct”, “Luz Station”, “Republic Square”, “Higienópolis area”, Paulista avenue, to finish it up at a coffee shop on the Top Deck of one of the most spectacular viewpoints of a building on Paulista Avenue. 
Learn about the monumental importance of different groups like the Portuguese, Native Indians, Afro-Brazilians, Italians, Japanese, Arabs, Jews, Germans, and others, in the formation of São Paulo as well as the legacy left by them.

Pickup Information

AIRPORTS ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS: • Once you have arrived at the airport there will be a member of our staff waiting for you at the arrivals area holding a clear sign with your name on it, they will then escort you to your waiting private transfer vehicle. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - PICK-UP INFORMATION: • Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best pick-up point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of São Paulo limits or its greater area. • We DO NOT do pick-ups in the countryside or coastal area of the state of São Paulo. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - DROP-OFF INSTRUCTIONS: • Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best drop-off point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of São Paulo limits or its greater area. • We DO NOT do drop-offs in the countryside or coastal area of the state of São Paulo.

Language Offered

German-GUIDE

Portuguese-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Mercado Municipal de Sao Paulo
São Paulo Municipal Market is one of the main attractions of the city and a mandatory stop for everyone visit São Paulo. Do not miss out on the myriad of fruits, nuts, wines, cheeses, beers, food etc.. A summary of Brasil can be found in it.
Duration: 40 mins
2. Catedral da Se de Sao Paulo
Visit the Sé Cathedral which was inspired by medieval European churches. The imposing construction marks the center of São Paulo (the ground zero of the city is at Sé Square), a very busy area.
Duration: 15 mins
3. Pateo do Collegio
Historic São Paulo founding site and museum of the city. With the intention to teach and catechize the natives, the Jesuits built the first school and began what 4 centuries later would become the largest city in the Southern hemisphere.
4. Matarazzo Building City Hall Of Sao Paulo
Inaugurated in 1939 to host one of the largest industrial conglomerates in Brazilian history, the Matarazzo Industries". Designed by the favorite architect of the Italian dictator Benito Mussolini, the Italian Marcello Piacentini. Nowadays, this is the headquarters of the city administration.
5. Mosteiro De Sao Bento
The San Benedictine Monastery is one of those sacred tips that also applies to people who are not religious. The building hosted Pope Benedict XVI during his visit to Brazil. Believers are attracted by the masses with Gregorian chants, and shop with breads, cakes, cookies and jams made by the monks themselves and whose recipes are secular.
6. Theatro Municipal De Sao Paulo
Considered a postcard of São Paulo, the Municipal Theater is one of the most important historical places in town due to several important cultural events that took place in its facilities like the Week of Modern Art of 1922.
7. Paulista Avenue
Walk through the fascinating Paulista avenue. A place that is sure to impress you not only with its appearance, but also with its much rich history that may seem common in the eyes of some, but in the company of an expert tour guide can be mind-blowing.
Duration: 30 mins
8. Batman Alley
Visit the heart of the street art in São Paulo, Batman’s alley is an area where virtually no surface is left untouched. This lengthy stretch of high-walled residences in Vila Madalena, showcases some of the most impressive spray paint murals around. The constantly changing nature of the art form means there's sure to be something striking and new with each visit.
Duration: 30 mins
9. Parque Ibirapuera
Visit the Ibirapuera Park that was elected by the “The Guardian magazine” the best Park in the world. The Park is must-see for those who want to be enchanted by the beauty of its lake and water fountain. The park also has 3 outstanding art museums MAC, MAM and Afro-Brazil museum with their great art that played a big role on the deserved winning election of the park.
Duration: 15 mins
10. Monument to the Bandeiras
Anyone visiting the Ibirapuera Park cannot miss this monument in honor of the early settlers, which is one of the most famous postal cards in São Paulo.
Duration: 10 mins
11. Museum of Contemporary Art - MAC USP Ibirapuera
Don't miss out on an incredible 360º view covering a large part of the city of São Paulo from MAC, which faces Ibirapuera Park.
Duration: 30 mins
12. Liberdade
The Liberdade neighborhood is the Japanese area. It's where every weekend takes place the Art, Craft and Culture Fair. Neighborhood lighting poles catch tourists attention and characterize the region for its beautiful Japanese style lamps.

Inclusion

Professional licensed private tour guide.

VAT, all taxes, handling charges and parking fees during stops.

Transport by fully-equipped vehicle.

Hotels pickups and drop-off. (Within São Paulo)

Private driver for groups bigger than 4 people, otherwise the guide drives the vehicle themselves.

Exclusion

Entrance fees, although the tour is not aimed to get into sights that charge admission fees.

Food and drinks.

Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Gregtur Turismo

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