Sao Paulo Paulista Ave Free Tour: Cultural Heart
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Explore São Paulo’s cultural heart on this Free Tour along Paulista Avenue. Discover key attractions, hidden secrets, and iconic sights while learning why this avenue is the city’s most important—and the favorite hangout spot for locals.
> HIGHLIGHTS: . Paulista Ave is considered the Cultural Heart, where everything happens in São Paulo! . The last five old mansions of the avenue . Cultural spaces: MASP, Sesc Paulista, Itaú Cultural, Japan House . Iconic buildings like Conjunto Nacional, Gazeta, FIESP - the modernity of São Paulo in the 60s and 70s . The green public parks in the area: Trianon and Mario Covas Park . Secret stories, fun facts, curiosities, recommendations of authentic places! . The most complete experience around Paulista Ave!
> YOU GET ONLY WITH US: . We cover over 25 attractions located in Paulista Ave area . The best and most fun tour guides of São Paulo! . This is the first and the official Free Walking Tour of São Paulo since 2012! . This is a local project, made by local guides, to offer you a local experience
> GOOD TO KNOW: . On Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, at 3h30pm; . Always confirmed! Sunny or rainy days; . Meeting Point: Paulista Ave with Augusta St, in front of Banco do Brasil (Consolação subway station) | address for GPS: “Av. Paulista, 2153” . The tour finishes about 6 pm at Casa das Rosas . NOT allowed the participation of groups of over 7 people, even with different bookings
Meeting point
Av. Paulista, 2153 (Jardins side), in front of Banco do Brasil
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h 15min
- Languages
- Portuguese, English
- Usual start times
- 15:00, 15:30 (Sao Paulo time)
- Coming up
- 18 departures in 3 months, 4 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 2h 15min.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Av. Paulista, 2153 (Jardins side), in front of Banco do Brasil. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in Portuguese and English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
18 departures are listed in the next three months, 4 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 15:00 and 15:30. Times are local to Sao Paulo.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
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