Sao Paulo travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sao Paulo

With 10.02 million inhabitants, Sao Paulo is the most populous city in Brazil. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country.

Where to Eat in Sao Paulo

If you’re looking for affordable options, Neto D'Italia (Avenida das Nações Unidas, 14401) and Caju SP (Avenida das Nações Unidas, 14401) are great picks.

When to visit Sao Paulo

Sao Paulo in July
Estimated hotel price
RM 694
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sao Paulo in July
Estimated hotel price
RM 694
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Sao Paulo in January, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 27 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is June, when it can get as cold as 13 °C, with an average temperature of 17 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 240 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Sao Paulo, with an average rainfall of 20 mm.

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How to Get to Sao Paulo

Plane

There are 3 airports serving Sao Paulo. Sao Paulo Congonhas (CGH) is the closest to the city centre (6 miles). Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) is located 13 miles from city centre of Sao Paulo, while Sao Paulo Viracopos (VCP) is 49 miles from the centre. The shortest flight to Sao Paulo from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 24h 55m.

Train

The train station in Sao Paulo is called Sao Paulo Hebraica-Rebouças, and is located 4 miles from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sao Paulo, including wemobi, Itapemirim and Águia Branca. From São José dos Campos, the bus ride to Sao Paulo takes 85 miles and will cost you around RM 33. From Rio de Janeiro, the ticket costs about RM 57 for a journey of 330 miles. The most popular bus station is Sao Paulo Tietê, located 2 miles from the city centre of Sao Paulo. Sao Paulo Terminal Rodoviário Barra Funda is also a commonly used station, and is 2 miles from the city centre.

Plane

There are 3 airports serving Sao Paulo. Sao Paulo Congonhas (CGH) is the closest to the city centre (6 miles). Sao Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) is located 13 miles from city centre of Sao Paulo, while Sao Paulo Viracopos (VCP) is 49 miles from the centre. The shortest flight to Sao Paulo from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 24h 55m.

Train

The train station in Sao Paulo is called Sao Paulo Hebraica-Rebouças, and is located 4 miles from the city centre.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sao Paulo, including wemobi, Itapemirim and Águia Branca. From São José dos Campos, the bus ride to Sao Paulo takes 85 miles and will cost you around RM 33. From Rio de Janeiro, the ticket costs about RM 57 for a journey of 330 miles. The most popular bus station is Sao Paulo Tietê, located 2 miles from the city centre of Sao Paulo. Sao Paulo Terminal Rodoviário Barra Funda is also a commonly used station, and is 2 miles from the city centre.

Airlines serving Sao Paulo

Lufthansa
Good (4,490 reviews)
KLM
Good (824 reviews)
SWISS
Good (914 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,284 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,611 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,253 reviews)
Air France
Good (972 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,533 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,845 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,112 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,460 reviews)
Finnair
Good (898 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,116 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (889 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (811 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (693 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (372 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (466 reviews)
Egypt Air
Good (189 reviews)
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Where to stay in Sao Paulo

From 5-star hotels such as the Gran Estanplaza Berrini to great affordable options like the Hotel Moncloa, Sao Paulo offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around RM 283 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 1,016 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Vila Rock Hostel and Brazilodge All Suites Hostel. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Sao Paulo, with prices from RM 66 to RM 2,940 per night. República is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Sao Paulo are about 54% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Bela Vista - Here you’ll find travellers’ favourites such as Travel Inn Paulista Wall Street, Mercure Sao Paulo Bela Vista and Transamerica Executive Paulista. The average nightly price for a double room in Bela Vista is RM 123.

Vila Mariana - Travel Inn Live & Lodge Ibirapuera, Ez Aclimação Hotel and Grand Mercure Sao Paulo Ibirapuera have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Vila Mariana will cost you about RM 154 per night.

Bela Vista - Here you’ll find travellers’ favourites such as Travel Inn Paulista Wall Street, Mercure Sao Paulo Bela Vista and Transamerica Executive Paulista. The average nightly price for a double room in Bela Vista is RM 123.
Vila Mariana - Travel Inn Live & Lodge Ibirapuera, Ez Aclimação Hotel and Grand Mercure Sao Paulo Ibirapuera have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Vila Mariana will cost you about RM 154 per night.
Most popular hotel in Sao Paulo by neighbourhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Sao Paulo

Most booked hotels in Sao Paulo

Holiday Inn Sao Paulo Parque Anhembi
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
RM 541+
Novotel Sao Paulo Jaragua Conventions
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
RM 298+
Bourbon São Paulo Ibirapuera Convention Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
RM 362+
Dan Inn Planalto São Paulo
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
RM 184+
ibis budget Osasco
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
RM 175+
San Raphael Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
RM 161+

Hiring a car in Sao Paulo

Alamo, Hertz and FOCO are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Sao Paulo is the FOCO branch at Aeroporto, which is 12 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay RM 5.28 per litre in Sao Paulo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 63.36 and RM 84.48. The most frequently booked car type in Sao Paulo is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Fiat Mobi or similar) is, on average, 29% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Alamo, Hertz and FOCO are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Sao Paulo is the FOCO branch at Aeroporto, which is 12 miles from the city centre.

Expect to pay RM 5.28 per litre in Sao Paulo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 63.36 and RM 84.48. The most frequently booked car type in Sao Paulo is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Fiat Mobi or similar) is, on average, 29% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Sao Paulo

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