Sao Paulo Travel Guide
Brazil
São Paulo is Brazil’s largest city, with a population of 22,619,736, in the country’s southeast. It is a major urban centre and an important arrival point for travellers visiting the region.
The city is served by São Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport, São Paulo Congonhas Airport, Viracopos International Airport, Campo de Marte Airport and São Paulo Catarina International Executive Airport. There are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres of São Paulo, as the city is inland.
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Weather in Sao Paulo
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Pays in BRL
Plug type Type N & Type C (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 190
Dial code +55
Tipping: Tipping is customary in Brazil for various services, though often a service charge is already included. Check your bill carefully.
Best time to visit Sao Paulo
Jan
27°24Feb
28°22Mar
28°17Apr
25°14May
24°4Jun
23°6Jul
22°4Aug
24°5Sep
28°5Oct
26°17Nov
27°18Dec
29°19Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Things to do in Sao Paulo
Pavilhão Japonês - Parque Ibirapuera
history museum
4.4 km
Theatro Municipal de São Paulo
theatre venue
0.8 km
Pinacoteca de São Paulo
art museum
1.8 km
1.7 km
Monumento às Bandeiras
museum
4.3 km
Museu do Ipiranga
history museum
4.6 km
Monumento à Independência
monument
3.9 km
Pateo do Collegio
historic site
0.3 km
Getting there
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport · 20.8 km
Sao Paulo Congonhas Airport · 8.9 km
Viracopos International Airport · 79.4 km
Campo de Marte Airport · 4.4 km
São Paulo Catarina International Executive Airport · 56 km
Frequently asked Questions
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