Historic Center Travel Guide
São Paulo
Visit Historic Center
Popular places to visit
Rua 25 de Marco
During your trip to São Paulo, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Rua 25 de Marco. Experience the area's theatre scene and museums.
Republic Square
Find out about the history of São Paulo when you spend time at Republic Square. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Mercado Municipal
Get your fill of the tastes, smells and energy of South America in this bustling and artfully designed market.
Liberty Square
You can learn about the history of São Paulo with a visit to Liberty Square. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Sé Square
Find out about the history of São Paulo when you spend time at Sé Square. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
São Bento Monastery
Sample fruit jams and bread made by Benedictine monks, see intricate frescos and listen to Gregorian chants at this opulent monastery.
Things to do
Downtown São Paulo's Epic History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Sao Paulo: Downtown-Center Walking Tour | 2 Hours
Visit São Paulo with a local guide
São Paulo Highlights Walking Tour with a Guide
São Paulo: Fashion, Art & Flavor Tour with a City Insider
Top hotels in Historic Center
SOOZ Hotel Collection
"Overall a reasonable hotel to stay in Samoa."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Gran Villagio Hotel SP by Castelo Itaipava
"Great"
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Hotel Nacional Inn Jaragua São Paulo
"The AC is to old you need to renew is to hot."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hotel Dan Inn Planalto São Paulo
"This hotel is old but works well. Many guests stay at this hotel, left was busy, breakfast was so crowded."
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
B&B Hotels São Paulo Luz - Centro
"I liked the restaurant's daily pizza night buffet. Very easy & comfortable"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Rede Andrade Piratininga
"Gustavo and the staff amazing work"
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Where to stay in Historic Center
Jardins
Museums, shopping and cafes highlight some of the noteworthy features of Jardins. Make a stop by Paulista Avenue or Museum of Image and Sound while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Itaim Bibi
Take time in Itaim Bibi to visit attractions like Parque do Povo and JK Iguatemi Shopping Mall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Campo Belo Station to see more of the city.
Moema
Moema is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Shopping Ibirapuera and Ibirapuera Gymnasium are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Eucaliptos Subway Station or Moema Station to get around.
Pinheiros
Pinheiros is a destination travellers like for its bars, and you might hop aboard the metro at Faria Lima Station or Pinheiros Metro Station to explore sights like Batman's Alley.
Vila Mariana
Vila Mariana is well liked for its museums and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Paulista Avenue and Shopping Metro Santa Cruz are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Vila Mariana Station or Ana Rosa Station to get around.
