São Paulo History Center Walking Tour
ID: GYG291785-507615
Category:
Country: Brazil
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Go on a 3-hour walking tour through the historical downtown area of São Paulo to understand the amazing changes that have occurred in São Paulo's 465-year history.
Begin your tour at Pátio do Colégio, where your guide will provide you with some historical background about the area. Then, move on to visit the Manor of the Marchioness of Santos, Sé Cathedral, Sé Square, Largo São Francisco Law School, and the FECAP - Fundação Escola de Comércio Álvares Penteado.
Continue to see Brazil Bank's Cultural Center. You will make a quick stop here to use the toilets or grab a drink, before walking to the Stock Exchange. Take in a great view of the city at the Altino Arantes building and Farol Santander.
Other sites you will pass on the tour include: the Martinelli building, the Monastery of Saint Benedict, the Sampaio Moreira building, and City Hall. The tour will finish at the Municipal Theater and you can admire its beautiful architecture.
Highlights
- Cover the main historical sights in São Paulo
- Discover how Sao Paulo has become the largest city in the Southern hemisphere
- Admire Sé Cathedral
- Learn about the monumental importance of different communities to the city's development
- Hear how coffee has become the main driving force behind the booming economic progress of São Paulo
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• This tour offers stops en route for pictures, exploration, snacks, and a little shopping for souvenirs
• Adult pricing applies to all customers
• Please wear comfortable walking shoes
• Please bring sunscreen and sunglasses
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You must bring your own headphones
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Pateo do Collegio; Praça Pateo do Collegio, 2 - Centro Histórico de São Paulo. The meeting point is a walkable distance from the subway/metro stations "Sé" and "São Bento".
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
