Place

Martinelli Building

Famous for being Sao Paulo’s first sky-scraper and constructed in the 1950s, the Martinelli Building is patterned after Gothic architecture. There is a penthouse at the top which is extraordinary to say the least. The view from the rooftop is also quite breath-taking, but requires special permission.

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Overview & visitor information

Address : Av. São João 35, Centro Tel : 011-3104-2477 Timings : - Monday, Wednesday and Friday: 9am-11am and 2pm-3:30pm - Thursday 9am-11am - Saturday 9am-11:30am Entry fee: None

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Hopi Hari

Park

One of the largest and modern amusement parks, the Hope Hari is actually divided into five separate parks and is located about one hundred kilometers from Sao Paulo. You can either drive there, (which takes about an hour), or you can take a bus to the park. Their website is mainly in Portuguese but your hotel staff will be able to guide you.

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Trianon Park

Park

This park was established in the late 19th century and features the flora and fauna of Brazil. Today, it has trees over three hundred years old and can serve as a peaceful retreat from the commotion of the city. Children can run around freely, play games and take in the natural beauty of Brazil. Perfect for a picnic with the family.

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The Sao Paulo Zoo

zoo

A place worth visiting, the Sao Paolo Zoo has over 3,000 different kinds of animals, including several endangered species. The zoo has a lake in its center containing the monkey islands, which must not be missed.

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Instituto Butantan

Education

The research center was established for the study for poisonous snakes and is now a main attraction among tourists. The center houses spiders, scorpions, frogs, other reptiles, and monkeys.

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Science Center

Education

This is administered by the University of Sao Paulo and offers insights on science, geography, geology, history and more. The center is mostly geared towards the inquisitive minds of children.

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Banespa Tower

Tower

This monumental tower was established in 1947 and takes after the New York Empire State Building. The building has an observation deck and a museum at the top. The observation deck is a great place to see Sao Paulo from a distance and the energy that it imbibes.

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Sao Bento Monastery

Churches

This Norman-Byzantine style church was designed by a German architect and boasts a huge pipe organ with 6,000 pipes and an image of the Kasperovo Virgin that is adorned with 6,000 pearls from the Black Sea.

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Museum of Sacred Art

Museum

As the name suggests, this museum has about 4,000 artifacts that are considered sacred in Brazil. There are some fabulous baroque and rococo art pieces that are worth seeing. The artifacts date as far back as the 17th century.

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Teatro Municipal

Theatre

The Municipal Theatre was built in the early 20th century and has various art-nouveau building elements. The theatre has a capacity of 1,500 people and is home to many cultural and performing art events in the city. Guided tours are available but require advance bookings.

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Pinacoteca do Estado

Gallery

Known for its State Art Gallery that has over 5,000 works of art old and new, the Estado is a haven for art lovers. The restaurant here is also worth checking out.

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Paddock Jardim

This restaurant boasts one of the best piano bars in the city. The menu includes an excellent combination of classic French and Brazilian cuisine. Here you can order escargot, beef jerky, and scallops.

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Fasano

If interested in a culinary adventure, guests at the restaurant can opt for the five-course tasting menu designed specially by the chef. If not, try some of the best pasta and other Italian favorites such as veal cutlets, roasted tomato soup with shrimp, and tuna steak.

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Antiquarius

Serving traditional Portuguese cuisine hot and delicious everyday. On offer are items that are authentic and difficult to sample out of Portugal.

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Figueira Rubaiyat

A trip to Brazil would be incomplete without trying the country’s specialty: beef. The restaurant is known to serve the best prime beef in the city and for those looking for other options, seafood is on the menu.

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Sushi Yassu

Very popular among the tourists and locals alike, this restaurant serves piping hot Udon noodle soup, teppanyaki, sushi, and sashimi.

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Arabia

A large middle-eastern population lives in Sao Paulo, which is one reason why restaurants serving middle-eastern cuisine are quite popular. You can pick from daily specials or from their regular menu. Food here is mainly Lebanese and is known to be quite delicious.

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Tarraco Italia

If you’re in the mood for a romantic evening with great food, live music, and phenomenal views of the city, this is the restaurant to visit. Located forty-one stories above the street, the views are stunning and the live music as a backdrop to your dinner makes it even more interesting.

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Le Chef Rouge

Classic French cuisine including duck served with a tangy orange sauce and fresh baby greens served with warm mushroom, topped with balsamic vinaigrette.

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Carlota

Located in a small cottage, the restaurant seats very few people but boasts a delicious meal each time. The menu includes a good mix of contemporary cuisine from across the world.

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Quinta do Museu

Family-friendly

A lovely place for even coffee and dessert, this café also offers some light sandwiches, salads, and pasta. The location is child-friendly with a huge garden where children can play around.

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Emiliano – Sleek and modern

this hotel oozes luxury. Amenities include a menu of pillows to chose from, butlers to help you pack and unpack, and toiletries.

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Fasano

Decorated with period pieces from the 1930’s, the hotel exudes old-world glamour with hints of sleek modern design. Additionally, the restaurant in the hotel – by the same name – is known to be the best Italian restaurant in all of Brazil.

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Caesar Park São Paulo Faria Lima

Located in Centro, the hotel is close to the main cultural and heritage sites in the city. Amenities at the hotel include breakfast, sauna, a swimming pool, and more. It is also pet-friendly.

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L’Hotel

A small boutique hotel with only eighty rooms, it does not compromise on luxury and promises only the best. The bathrooms are furnished with beautiful marble-finishing with bedroom décor to match the standards. The hotel also includes a small bakery.

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Rennaisane Sao Paulo Hotel

Designed by well-known architects, this is one of the largest hotels in the city. The exterior includes glass-paneled walls that add to the charm of the hotel, making it sunny and welcoming.

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Bourbon São Paulo Business Hotel

Perfect for a business traveler with good-sized rooms and free internet at the business center. The junior suites in the hotel have an attached mini-office space. Address: Av. Vieira de Carvalho 99 Tel: 0800/118-181, 011/3337-2000 Web Site: www.bourbon.com.br

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Quality Jardins

The hotel offers the best, most competitive rates in Avenida Paulista. Children under five stay for free and the rooms are built like studio apartments; the bedroom also includes a small sitting area that is most useful when traveling with children.

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Staybridge Suites Sao Paulo

Although a 3-star hotel, according to traveler reviews the service and the rooms are much better than average. The location is very good (just across the mall where you can shop and/or eat) and their weekend specials also include free breakfast and free internet.

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Novotel Sao Paulo Morumbi

Moderate Hotels

Another good hotel is you’re traveling to Brazil for business. The rooms can be a bit small, but the beds are comfortable and the view from the terrace is quite nice. Address: Rua Ministro Nelson Hungria 450

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Marriott Executive Apartments

Moderate Hotels

Perfect if you’re traveling with children since the kitchenette includes a dishwasher in addition to a microwave, a stovetop and a refrigerator. Although the hotel is a little far from the main city center, it is an excellent value since it also includes a lavish breakfast buffet.