São Paulo Architecture Tour
São Paulo’s never-ending cityscape is made up of tall skyscrapers, grand colonial buildings and ultra-modern designs. The design of its buildings, bridges and parks is a sight to behold. See its most famous and fascinating architectural landmarks up close by booking this Architecture Tour. Includes a knowledgeable bilingual guide.
Type of service | Regular |
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Seasons | All year round |
Type of traveller | Solo traveller, With kids, Backpackers |
Country | Brazil |
Type of tour | Sightseeing Tours |
Associated destination | Destinations | Tours & Activities in Brazil |
Includes:
- Transfer to/from hotel.
- Bilingual Guide in English / Spanish (See notes).
Monday to Sunday.
Departure time to be arranged.
6 hours approx.
Itinerary
Within São Paulo’s sprawling urban jungle are many architectural gems. The city has an eclectic mix of modernist design, sleek skyscrapers, colonial Portuguese architecture, art nouveau and unique designs. Sightsee the highlights of the cityscape by booking an Architecture Tour of São Paulo.
This architecture tour will pick you up at your hotel before taking you on an informative city tour. Highlights include the Octavio Frias Bridge (Ponte Estaiada), the Faculty of Architecture and Urbanism of the University of São Paulo and the Morumbi Stadium (by Villanova Artigas). You’ll also visit Ibirapuera Park to see the works of Oscar Niemeyer, the “Oca” and Ciccillo Matarazzo Pavillion. Then see Hotel Unique by Ruy Othake before heading downtown to see the historical buildings and Higienópolis, the birthplace of modern architecture in São Paulo. Some of the attractions here are the Copan building and other building designs by award-winning architects such as Paulo Mendes da Rocha, Isay Weinfield, Carlos Bratke and Franz Heep. At the end of this tour through São Paulo’s urban development, you’ll be taken back to your accommodation.
Discover the richness of São Paulo’s architecture and the history and culture that have driven innovations in design and urban development. This São Paulo Architecture Tour is perfect for any traveler interested in architecture or anyone wanting a closer look at the city.
Important Notes
- Children policy: Children's since 3 years old pay the same as adults.
- Transfer policy: The transfer is included if you are located within the city of Sao Paulo. If you are out of the established circuit, there will be an additional cost.
- Extra language guide: If you require a guide in another language, please contact our customer service team.
- Not included: The entrance fees to the places suggested in the city tours (Museums, exhibitions or restaurants) are not included.
- Solo traveler: This tour is done with a minimum of two people. If you make an individual reservation and no other passenger appears, the individual reservation will become a private tour and this will incur an additional cost. We, therefore, recommend that if you wish to make an individual booking, please contact our Customer Service team first to inquire about the availability of the service.