Top Sao Paulo Sightseeing Tours in 2026

Trade the crowded city streets of Sao Paulo for the tranquil rain forest in Cantareira Natural Park on a small-group tour. The adventure includes two hikes along the Macuco and Waterfall Trails. Along the way, enjoy detailed commentary on the local flora and fauna. Once you reach the Engordador River, you can cool off in two nearby waterfalls. Then, after a visit to an old water supply system, return to the city.

Walk through the Brazilian Atlantic Rainforest with a naturalist guide during this 4-hour tour from São Paulo. On foot, follow your guide through the dense tropical forest in search of native animals. Listen to informative commentary about the endemic plants and flowers as you weave through the dense thickets of tropical vegetation. Stop at a nearby waterfall to cool off under its impressive cascade and admire the machinery of a defunct water wheel house. Round-trip transportation from São Paulo hotels or the airport is included.

Get a true taste of Brazil during this 3-hour culinary tour with a local guide. Stroll through São Paulo's vibrant food markets, including a typical local market and the legendary Municipal Market of São Paulo. Learn about traditional Brazilian dishes and their secrets from your local guide as you stroll past stalls filled with the colorful, fragrant produce. Head to the market’s Gourmet Lounge for an opportunity to sample tasty dishes, including lanche de mortadela (bologna sandwich), and discover the ingredients used in the preparation of feijoada.

The tour is guaranteed to make you enjoy the city of Campos do Jordão to its fullest! You'll go to places to experience the local cuisine, history and the best sightseeing spots. Very friendly and knowledgeable guides will guarantee your safety and comfort throughout the entire tour. We have flexibility with time, pick up, drop off and itinerary according to your preference and needs.

Explore a range of interesting sights and stopping points with this private Sao Paulo to Paraty transfer service. Rather than just driving direct to Paraty, stop and appreciate places like Cunha, where you can meet local craftspeople and enjoy local foods, or Ubatuba, where you can visit beaches. A personalized itinerary will be devised so that your needs and interests are catered for.

Taste your way through Brazil’s "City of Wine"—without the worry of driving afterward—on a private wine tasting tour to Sao Roque. This all-day excursion is ideal for epicurean travelers who want to get off the beaten path and discover Brazil’s rural culture. Take an immersive sightseeing tour of Sao Roque and explore multiple wineries, and enjoy tastings paired with local culinary treats at each location.

Explore Embu das Artes, an artist enclave in a charming town outside of São Paulo, during a private 4-hour tour. Follow your local arts guide through the quaint streets lined with galleries and workshops selling works of art and local handicrafts. Stop at Nossa Senhora do Rosário (Our Lady of the Rosary), a well-preserved 17th-century cathedral and the Museu de Arte Sacra (Museum of Sacred Art). Eat lunch at one of the local restaurants (own expense) before returning to São Paulo in your private tour vehicle.

Holambra's flower fields and Dutch heritage sites are spread across the countryside outside São Paulo, so they're hard to see without a car. Your guide picks you up from your hotel or the airport and drives you between flower farms, the town's windmill, and its Dutch immigration museum, with convenient drop-off at the end of the day.

This private tour through Paraisópolis, São Paulo's second-largest favela, provides visitors with unique insight into the lives of its inhabitants. Learn about community projects and meet vibrant artists who work among the population of 100,000 residents. With a Community Association member offering personalized explanations, you’ll discover myriad changes taking place in this intriguing area of the city.

Explore the Mata Atlântica (Atlantic Forest) during this private 4-hour tour from São Paulo. With a dedicated guide, travel in a comfortable vehicle to Cantareira State Park to discover the sprawling forest, a UNESCO City Green Belt Biosphere Reserve. Trek through the dense foliage on the park's network of trails, admiring views of the urban expanse below. Learn about the native flora and fauna in the area and get an opportunity to see howler monkeys and many species of birds.

Visit the highest city in Brazil, Campos do Jordao, during this full-day trip from Sao Paulo. Explore the city's natural and historical attractions with your local guide and admire the surrounding Serra da Mantiqueira mountains. Stop by the impressive Boa Vista Palace, summer home to the Governor of Sao Paulo and the Borboletário da cidade, where you'll taste locally brewed beer as you watch the butterflies flit by. Have lunch in a local restaurant (own expense), where you can try the regional specialities.

Visit the largest cathedral in the world - comfortably and stress-free - on a private tour to the Basilica of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Aparecida. Private transportation from your Sao Paulo accommodation to the Catholic temple allows you to avoid the discomfort of crowded and complicated public transit. After a leisurely visit to the cathedral, visit the Footbridge of Faith, Old Basilica, and the Hill of the Santo Cruzeiro (cable car ticket not included).

Avoid the hassle of route planning and discover the bustling city of Sao Paulo like a local on this private sightseeing tour by metro. Explore the city’s top landmarks, from the famous Paulista Avenue to the beautiful Sao Paulo Cathedral, and learn about the history of this multicultural city from your guide. Uncover stories of immigration, see where locals shop, admire the city’s unique architecture, and more.

Anyone can walk down Sao Paulo’s Paulista Avenue, but going along means missing out on historical and cultural anecdotes. Go with a private guide who provides context on everything you see and is there to answer any questions you may have. Learn about what the city was like before the concrete jungle of today, socio-economic developments over the last century, and much more.

Discover the art, history, and culture of the Paraisopolis favela on a private tour in Sao Paulo. This authentic half-day excursion is perfect for travelers who want to explore the city’s second-largest favela respectfully and safely. With your guide, you’ll meet local artists whose works represent the favela and its residents. You’ll also learn about locally-led social projects that work hard to improve life for people in Paraisopolis.

Immerse yourself in the history and culture of the Guarani indigenous community on a private half-day tour from Sao Paulo. Relax, as air-conditioned transportation takes you from your accommodation to the Tekoa Itakupe Indigenous Reserve. Here, you'll observe daily life, visit the Guarani temple, try Xondaro Fighting Dance, and interact with local leaders. Complete the experience with a visit to Jaragua Peak Park, where you'll enjoy a UNESCO-listed panoramic view of Sao Paulo

The main objective of #guaranitribeexperience is to provide the possibility to expand your awareness and get to know a little deeper about the vision and reality of these people, to adopt a lifestyle more connected to the universe, nature, simplicity and collaboration Natural and original experience in indigenous tribes that live, resist and live in two different regions of SP: Capivari Monos Environmental Protection Area (script1) and Jaraguá State Park (script2). We can visit one of these 2 regions according to group preference and indigenous availability. Goals: Know the plantations and ancestral knowledge linked to agriculture, food, music and crafts meditate in the middle of the forest Our entry into the village will support the Guarani by contributing financially to community projects Bathe in the river (route 1) or see a breathtaking view of São Paulo (route 2) Note. For the tour to take place, it is necessary to have at least 2 participants

If you would like to try some Brazilian local wine at a very beautiful place with a very nice atmosphiere and it´s peculiar way to proccess and produce beverages and spirits, this is a very good opportunity of doing it in a short trip close to Sao paulo city.

Sao Paulo is the largest city in Brazil and home to many activities and attractions that appeal to the whole family. During this family-focused itinerary, which can be personalized, enjoy highlights including interactive museums, the city zoo (considered one of the best in the world), an escape room, parks, indoor skydiving, and much more.

Skip the rush of a group tour and the hassle of navigating city traffic and mountain highways when you book this private tour to Santos. Head to the coastal area and enjoy a guided tour of the Coffee Museum, a ride on the Monte Serrat funicular for beautiful views, and admire Oscar Niemeyer's monument on Porchat Island. Plus, enjoy a relaxing cruise aboard a schooner with time to swim.

A unique immersion in Brazilian arts and design, from the modernist anthropophagy to contemporary arts and design. Visit museums and top galleries of the cosmopolitan metropolis that host one of the most vibrant arts scene in the world accompanied by a passionate, knowledgeable, highly educated and friendly guide. Please note that not all museums and galleries are open everyday, so the itinerary will be adapted to the day.

Spend a full day birdwatching in Brazil's Atlantic Forest on this private tour from São Paulo, with breakfast, lunch and air-conditioned transport included. Just 2h40 from the city, this 8-hour day trip is ideal for birders, nature photographers and wildlife lovers. Your bilingual driver-guide picks you up at your hotel or chosen address. On arrival, a Brazilian breakfast welcomes you before the trail, an easy and safe walk guided by a local wildlife and flora specialist. The Atlantic Forest is one of the world's richest biodiversity hotspots and one of South America's best birdwatching destinations. Expect strong chances of spotting toucans, tanagers, hummingbirds and many other birds, plus bromeliads, native trees and, with luck, small mammals. With a private group, flexible pacing and expert interpretation of the ecosystem, this is a full day in nature. A typical regional lunch is served at a rustic, welcoming restaurant.

Visit São Paulo’s top attractions while you’re on a layover at São Paulo's Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Congonhas Airport (CGH). Rather than spend hours waiting for your flight, take a private city tour with your own personal guide who points out major landmarks. Take a scenic drive through several neighborhoods and get out to explore São Paulo’s historic downtown on foot. Return airport transport by private vehicle is included.

If you’ve just arrived in Sao Paulo, Brazil’s largest city can feel overwhelming. Get your bearings without having to navigate unfamiliar streets alone on a private sightseeing tour that’s designed to provide a stress-free orientation. Plus, hotel pickup saves you the hassle of finding a meeting point.