A São Paulo City Tour Guide for Business Travelers

Is São Paulo, Brazil’s key financial center and South America’s biggest city, your next destination for a fabulous business-cum-leisure trip? Then just read further to know more about some of the important highlights that you may come by, when traveling through this city. This brief guide has been prepared keeping in mind the first-time visitors and those who visit here frequently. Here are some valuable insights and all that you would be seeing on your tour of the city.

São Paulo for the first-time visitors
If you are visiting São Paulo for the first time on a business trip, then it is pertinent that you take time off for sightseeing as well. Here are some of the famous attractions in the city which you must visit anyhow.

A visit to Paulista Avenue should be on the top of your itinerary. This charming and modern place is home to various cultural centers and architectural landmarks. These include Itau, FIESP, Casa das Rosas, MASP, Cultura bookshop and Conjunto Nacional. This place is full of entertainment options where you will find many cafés, theaters and cinemas.

The Ibirapuera Park should be your next stop on your sojourn. It is the main park in the city and simply fun to visit on early mornings or late afternoons. Locals can be seen walking around the lake or jogging. The weekends are great to visit with free concerts becoming a permanent feature. Be ready to shed the common perception that one usually have about a park like flowers and trees. This is much more than that. The park is home to three major museums in Brazil. These include Oca, Bienal and MAM. These museums have been designed by the renowned Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer. You also shouldn’t miss out visiting the fascinating gardens created by Burle Marx.

Mercadão is yet another place to visit to satiate your gastronomy urge. Here you will find a wide choice of foods such as seafood, poultry, meat, fruits, fresh vegetables, spices, sweets and pasta. To enjoy delicious cuisines, a visit to the Gourmet Lounge is a must. You will love savoring delectable dishes here while getting mesmerized with Mercadão’s architectural marvel.

Another surprise is in store for you when visiting the Liberdade Neighborhood. The Japanese community considered to be the largest in São Paulo has made it their home. The neighborhood is also famous for its Japanese traditional architecture and diverse Asian cuisines.

The Sala São Paulo Opera House is one of the greatest architectural attractions in the city. This historic building has been completely renovated and restored. It is presently located in the premises of the Julio Prestes Cultural Center. The Sala São Paulo Opera House is a major venue in the city for chamber and symphonic presentations. This iconic place is often compared to the Concertbebow in Amsterdam, Musikeverein in Vienna and the Boston Symphonic Hall.

São Paulo for frequent visitors
If this is not your first visit to São Paulo and you have been coming here more often and already visited the traditional attractions, then here are some more alternative attractions for you to consider.

Have you ever seen or visited the Jockey Club? If you haven’t done so, then you should consider visiting it. The Jockey Club is famous for its horse races. It is also an important venue for hosting several fashion events and fairs. The recently-opened Charlô restaurant here has made it one of São Paulo’s greatest hotspots.

Vila Madalena is another important place in the city to consider visiting. It is at the heart of São Paulo’s bohemian art and culture. It is also equally renowned for its history and bustling nightlife. This place is simply amazing to visit where you will discover a number of studios and art galleries. It is also home to numerous bars and restaurants as well. A series of remarkable graffiti-covered alleys and streets will also keep you endlessly amazed.

You may also consider visiting the Bovespa. It is the official stock and bonds exchange in Brazil. It is also the biggest stock exchange in Latin America as well. If you are interested in knowing about the financial sector and see trading being done here, then this is surely the place for you to visit.

Brazil is synonymous with soccer. So, your visit to Brazil will remain incomplete unless you pay a visit to the Soccer Museum in São Paulo. This theme museum devoted to soccer is located at the municipal stadium Paulo Machado de Carvalho.