Brazil · SAO PAULO

The 15 Best Tours in São Paulo

28 tours  ·  from $32 a head

The biggest city in the hemisphere rewards a guide more than most. These 15 cover the municipal market, the mural alley at Beco do Batman, Paulista on a Sunday and the long lunches, priced and timed.

São Paulo: Main City Sights in 7 Hours – Shared Group Tour - Brooklin, Itaim Bibi, and São Paulo’s modern face
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São Paulo: Main City Sights in 7 Hours – Shared Group Tour

1.Main City Sights in 7 Hours – Shared Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 587 reviews · 378 minutes - 7 hours · from $85Our pick

Join a bilingual guide such as Bruno, Joice, or Carlos for a seven-hour shared tour of São Paulo. Ride through modern business districts, visit Ibirapuera Park, MAC Museum, Batman’s Alley, the Sé Cathedral, the Japanese neighborhood, and the Municipal Market, with lunch and photo stops along the way.

“Our guide - Bruno Ferrari did outstanding job during this trip. Everything is scheduled perfectly, you can see most of the São Paulo during this journey. 5/5”

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São Paulo: City Highlights Guided Tour - Nossa Senhora do Brasil starts the route in Jardins
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São Paulo: City Highlights Guided Tour

2.City Highlights Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 307 reviews · 5 hours · from $66

Tour São Paulo by air-conditioned vehicle with an English, Portuguese, or Spanish-speaking guide. Visit Nossa Senhora do Brasil, Batman’s Alley, Paulista Avenue, Sé Square, Liberdade, the historic center, and the MAC rooftop. Guides such as Mauricio add useful history and local context, though multilingual groups can mean some commentary takes longer.

“Great tour the guide was very knowledgeable and friendly I would recommend this tour to anyone who is visiting São Paulo”

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Private São Paulo City Tour - A route that can begin with São Paulo’s main sights
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Private São Paulo City Tour

3.Private São Paulo City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 264 reviews · 4 hours

Build a private São Paulo tour around your interests, from Paulista Avenue and Ibirapuera Park to Se Cathedral Square, Luz Station, museums, food, and local neighborhoods. A bilingual guide such as Pedro, Mauro, Marlene, Isaac, or Viviane can adjust the route and pace. Pickup is available from hotels, airports, or another city address.

“Juliana was a very personable and knowledgeable guide. She is conversant in English, Spanish and Portuguese. She provided a very special and memorable experience.”

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São Paulo: Downtown Historical Bike Tour - Paulista Avenue, Casa das Rosas, and MASP
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São Paulo: Downtown Historical Bike Tour

4.Downtown Historical Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 191 reviews · 3 hours · from $85

Ride 9 to 12 miles through São Paulo with UrbanBikeSP, starting at Portinha183 Café in Vila Mariana. Visit Paulista Avenue, MASP, Trianon Park, Copan, Luz Station, Pátio do Colégio, Sé Cathedral, and Liberdade. English, Spanish, and Portuguese-speaking guides lead groups of up to 10, with bikes, helmets, water, snacks, and a souvenir included.

“The guide Arhur was fantastic. He was very friendly, very informative and obviously very passionate about the city São Paulo. He took lots of photos and videos and ensured safety using his phone instead of getting his out. Great way to see a section of the city.”

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From São Paulo: Santos, São Vicente & Guarujá Day Trip - Santos begins with coffee and old city streets
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From São Paulo: Santos, São Vicente & Guarujá Day Trip

5.Santos, São Vicente & Guarujá Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 165 reviews · 12 hours · from $110

Spend 12 hours from São Paulo exploring Santos, São Vicente, and Guarujá in a minivan for up to seven people. Walk through Santos, visit the Coffee Museum, ride the optional Itararé cable car, and relax at Enseada Beach. Guides including Mauricio, Maria, and Diogo lead the tour in English, Spanish, or Portuguese.

“There is not so much to see in Santos as the old town is almost deserted. But Sao Vicente and Guaruja are nice with pleasant views and beaches. The day is not packed with activities but our guide kept us entertained and he was able to provide various information. Otherwise well organise, pick up on time”

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City Tour Meet São Paulo Half-Day - Nossa Senhora do Brasil and the social side of the city
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City Tour Meet São Paulo Half-Day

6.City Tour Meet São Paulo Half-Day

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 150 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $67

This small-group São Paulo tour covers Batman Alley, Paulista Avenue, Casa das Rosas, Ibirapuera Park, MAC’s rooftop, Liberdade, the historic center, and Estação da Luz in an air-conditioned vehicle. Guides such as Mauricio, Edson, Carla, and Josafat have led past departures. Expect a fast city overview, multilingual commentary, and short photo stops.

“Our Tour guide Mauricio was exceptional, he explained everything in two languages (English and Spanish) and gave us all the details about every single spot we visited. Amazing experience!”

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São Paulo: Bar and Street Art Crawl with Local Guide - Walking through Vila Madalena at an easy pace
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São Paulo: Bar and Street Art Crawl with Local Guide

7.Bar and Street Art Crawl with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 102 reviews · 3 hours · from $43

Spend three hours walking Vila Madalena and Beco do Batman with Leticia, a local guide who speaks English, Portuguese, and Spanish. You will see major street art, visit galleries and neighborhood bars, learn about São Paulo’s artists, and meet other visitors. Drinks and food cost extra, and the walk covers about 2 kilometers.

“Excellent tour, great way to learn about local art, sample drinks, and meet others!”

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São Paulo 5 Hour Private Tour With Fruit Tasting - Paulista Avenue and the MASP view
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São Paulo 5 Hour Private Tour With Fruit Tasting

8.São Paulo 5 Hour Private Tour With Fruit Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 93 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $161Top rated

Explore São Paulo by private air-conditioned vehicle with a local guide such as Isaac, Mauro, or Juliana. See Paulista Avenue, Batman Alley, Sé Cathedral, Mercadão, Ibirapuera Park, and MAC USP. Airport pickup is available, and the flexible format can be adjusted to your interests.

“Julianna was an absolutely fantastic guide for our private tour around São Paulo! She was not only knowledgeable but also super friendly and attentive, making the experience truly memorable. Julianna tailored the tour to our interests and made sure we got the most out of every moment. Her passion for the city really shines through, and we left with a deeper appreciation for São Paulo. Highly recommend her to anyone looking for an exceptional tour”

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Sao Paulo: Downtown-Center History Walking Tour - in English - Oscar Niemeyer’s curved Copan Building
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Sao Paulo: Downtown-Center History Walking Tour – in English

9.Downtown-Center History Walking Tour – in English

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $31Best value

Join Giuliano for a two-hour English walking tour through central São Paulo. In a group capped at 10, you’ll see Edifício Copan, the Municipal Theatre, Pátio do Colégio, Sé Cathedral, and Liberdade, while learning how immigration, coffee, art, and politics shaped the city.

“Really excellent walking tour of some of the older parts of Sao Paulo. Pace was excellent, lots of stops to take photos, ask questions and toilets at two of the stops. Giuliano was really engaging, full of interesting information and obviously passionate about Sao Paulo and Brazil. I would love to take more tours with him if I come back to Brazil.”

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Sao Paulo: Downtown-Center Walking Tour | 2 Hours - English - Galeria Metrópole and downtown’s indoor city life
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Sao Paulo: Downtown-Center Walking Tour | 2 Hours – English

10.Downtown-Center Walking Tour | 2 Hours – English

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 84 reviews · 2 hours · from $37

Join licensed guide Giuliano for a focused two-hour walk through São Paulo’s center. See Copan, Galeria do Rock, historic churches, Pateo do Collegio, the cathedral, and finish in Liberdade. Expect a small group of up to 10, plenty of city context, and practical food and sightseeing tips.

“Great spending time with Giuliano exploring a handful areas in São Paulo’s historic center. I specially love how the architecture styles tell the city’s rich history! So many enjoyable insights and stops, definitely worth it to taking this tour 👌”

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6 Hour Ayrton Senna Tour – The Greatest Formula 1 Drivers of all Time - Paulista Avenue and the 41-meter Senna mural
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6 Hour Ayrton Senna Tour – The Greatest Formula 1 Drivers of all Time

11.6 Hour Ayrton Senna Tour – The Greatest Formula 1 Drivers of all Time

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $210

Spend six hours tracing Ayrton Senna’s life in São Paulo with a private bilingual guide and door-to-door transport. See Eduardo Kobra’s huge Senna mural, luxury car dealers on Avenida Europa, Senna’s grave, Interlagos, and the Speed, Soul and Emotion monument. Danilo and Bruno are especially praised for their car and city knowledge.

“Danilo was the best guide you can get when you are doing a tour for Senna. He is very knowledgeable and loves cars in general, so we could talk to him about many things related to cars, F1, etc… He is also very knowledgeable about the city and will show you the best spot. Amazing tour!”

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Gift Card Gift Surprise Someone Special - by Venus' Secret Spa - Sao Paulo - What the 2-hour-45-minute visit includes
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Gift Card Gift Surprise Someone Special – by Venus’ Secret Spa – Sao Paulo

12.Gift Card Gift Surprise Someone Special – by Venus’ Secret Spa – Sao Paulo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · 2 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $288

Treat someone special to Venus’ Secret Spa’s Day Spa Mini in Pinheiros. The 2-hour-45-minute visit includes a facial mix massage, relaxing body massage, and shower bath. Simone can help with gift vouchers and international payment questions, while the private setting suits birthdays, couples, or a quiet personal reset.

“I live in the United States and purchased a day spa trip for my girlfriend who lives in Sao Paulo and the entire process was really easy and simple.”

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8-Hour Private Tour São Paulo: Major Tourist Attractions–Optional Airport Pickup - Bridges, monuments, and São Paulo’s changing identity
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8-Hour Private Tour São Paulo: Major Tourist Attractions–Optional Airport Pickup

13.8-Hour Private Tour São Paulo: Major Tourist Attractions–Optional Airport Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $254

Cover São Paulo’s top sights in a private vehicle with a licensed guide such as Laura, Bruno, or Danilo. Visit Ibirapuera Park, Sé Cathedral, the Municipal Market, Paulista Avenue, Batman Alley, and more. Hotel and Guarulhos Airport pickup are available, making this a practical choice for a first day or long layover.

“My family and I had an excellent time on this tour with Bruno during our first visit to Brazil. He’s extremely knowledgeable about São Paulo’s history and was able to answer every question we threw at him with extensive detail. He was also able to customize the tour to fit our interests and provided local tips that only a seasoned tour guide with years of experience in the craft would be able to offer. Bruno picked us up from our hotel on time in a very clean vehicle and dropped us off on time as well. I’d recommend Bruno to anyone visiting São Paulo without reservation”

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São Paulo City: 5-Hour Private Tour - Liberdade, Pátio do Colégio, and the old center
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São Paulo City: 5-Hour Private Tour

14.São Paulo City: 5-Hour Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 77 reviews · 5 hours · from $165

Explore São Paulo by private, air-conditioned vehicle with a bilingual guide such as Fabio, Doris, Luis, or Gilbran. Walk through the cathedral area, stop at the Municipal Market, see Liberdade and Avenida Paulista, then finish with Vila Madalena and Beco do Batman. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for central hotels.

“Great guide Luis told us a lot about the city and replied all our questions!”

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Half-Day City Private Tour of São Paulo from GRU airport or any hotel - Batman Alley and the polished streets of Jardins
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Half-Day City Private Tour of São Paulo from GRU airport or any hotel

15.Half-Day City Private Tour of São Paulo from GRU airport or any hotel

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 76 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $156

Explore São Paulo by private air-conditioned vehicle with driver-guide Roberto or another assigned guide. The flexible 4 to 6-hour route can include Batman Alley, Ibirapuera Park, Sé Cathedral, Liberdade, and Mercado Municipal. Hotel and airport pickup make this a practical choice for first-time visitors and long layovers.

“I'd like to say that Roberto, my tour guide, was excellent in every way! He knew so much about all the places we visited and was happy to change his plans to meet ours when needed. I would recommend him without doubt to anyone visiting Sao Paulo.”

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