Historic Center
Sao Paulo
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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.
Copan Building
You can find out about the history of São Paulo with a visit to Copan Building. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Municipal Theatre of São Paulo
Reserve tickets for ballet and musical performances at this grandiose theater and appreciate the opulent décor of its halls and auditorium.
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.
Things to do
São Paulo: Main City Sights in 7 Hours – Shared Group Tour
Downtown São Paulo's Epic History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Sao Paulo: Downtown-Center Walking Tour | 2 Hours - English
Body Massage - by Venus' Secret Spa - Sao Paulo
Tour pelos bares e baladas de São Paulo. Pubcrawl SP
São Paulo: Bar and Street Art Crawl with Local Guide
Top hotels in Historic Center
DELPLAZA Excelsior São Paulo - By Monreale
Small and old place
Reviewed on 4 Mar, 2026
Gran Villagio Hotel SP by Castelo Itaipava
Great
Reviewed on 17 Mar, 2026
SOOZ Hotel Collection
Great hotel, clean, excellent breakfast! Very happy!
Reviewed on 18 Mar, 2026
DELPLAZA Marabá São Paulo
Only provided
Reviewed on 30 Nov, 2025
HOTEL AMALIA
The hotel is pretty much in the city centre. The municipal theatre is too block away and the Sao Paolo cathedral is very close.
Reviewed on 14 Mar, 2026
B&B Hotels São Paulo Luz - Centro
The hotel was great. The area is a little bit sketchy though.
Reviewed on 23 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Center
República
Get to know República and its many features like its monuments and parks. You might want to explore sights like Avenida São Luís and Edificio Italia, and you can jump on the metro at Republica Station or Anhangabau Station to get around the city.
Liberdade
The bars and museums are just a few things visitors like about Liberdade. Hakka Eventos and Aclimacao Park are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Sao Joaquim Station or Vergueiro Station to get around the larger area.
Bras
Well liked for its museums and monuments, Bras is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Mega Polo Moda and Shopping 25 Bras Mall, and jump on the metro at Bras Metro Station to get around the city.
Bela Vista
While you're in Bela Vista, take in top sights like Paulista Avenue and jump on the metro at Trianon-Masp Station to see more of the city.
Consolação
Noted for its shopping and bars, there's plenty to explore in Consolação. Top attractions like Paulista Avenue and Football Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Paulista Station or Higienópolis-Mackenzie Station to see more of the city.
Jardim Paulista
You might enjoy the bars while in Jardim Paulista. Paulista Avenue is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Consolacao Station or Oscar Freire Station to see more of the city.
