Walking Tour São Paulo Center: Historical Process Of The Largest City in Brazil
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About the Activity
Take a private walking tour in the São Paulo downtown to understand the amazing historic process of São Paulo that in 465 years of existence, marked by relative inexpressiveness for more than three centuries, has become the largest city in the Southern hemisphere. 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, the FECAP and more. Continue to see Brazil Bank's Cultural Center. 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.3 hours to 4 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Travelers
Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Entry ticket for Farol Santander (Observation Deck)
Professional licensed bilingual tour guide.
Meals and drinks.
Tips. (optional)
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Locations in the itinerary
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Pateo do Collegio
Largo Patio do Colegio 2, Central Zone, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 01016-040Historic São Paulo founding site and museum of the city. With the intention to teach and catechize the natives, the Jesuits built the first school and began what 4 centuries later would become the largest city in the Southern hemisphere. 20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Manor Of The Marquesa Of Santos
Rua Roberto Simonsen 136, Centro, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 01017-020The residence built around the second half of the eighteenth century served as housing for Domitila de Castro Canto known as "Marquesa de Santos". Domitila played an important role in contributing for the greatness of the city of São Paulo.5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Image House and Alley Pinto
Rua Roberto Simonsen s/n, Centro, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 01017-020House No 1 is a three-story 17th century historical residence that nowadays is one of the thirteen historic buildings part of the Museum of the City of São Paulo.5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
Catedral da Se de Sao Paulo
Praca da Se s/n, , Sao Paulo, Brazil, 01001-000Visit the Sé Cathedral which was inspired by medieval European churches. The imposing construction marks the center of São Paulo (the ground zero of the city is at Sé Square), a very busy area.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location5
From the Largo São Francisco Law school, its students and graduates, began the main movements of Brazilian History, from the Abolitionism to the Republican Movement. Not to mention the campaign for "VOTING NOW" (diretas já) during the military government in the 80's. Over time, 9 Brazilian presidents, several governors, mayors and a countless of other figures emerged from it.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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FECAP holds the oldest public utility certification in Brazil since 1915. The institution was also the first to open courses in Economics (1934) and Accounting (1939) in the country.5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil
Rua Alvares Penteado 112, Próximo ao metrô São Bento, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 01012-000In the historical heart of the city, the Cultural Center Banco do Brasil occupies a building of 1901 with five floors. Cinema, theater, auditorium, store and coffee shop as well as great exhibitions all in a neoclassical architecture.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location8
São Paulo’s Stock Exchange is the main stock trading market of publicly traded companies in Brazil and 8th in the world in capitalization.5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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• In front of the main entrance of “Pátio do Colégio” on the address Praça Pateo do Collegio, 02 - Centro
• Reference point: It's a walkable distance from the subway / metro stations "Sé" and "São Bento" part of red line.View Location
End point
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The tour must end after a coffee break at the “Municipal Theater” which is very close to the subway / metro stations “Anhangabaú” and "Patriarca" part of the “red line” .View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- Portuguese
- English
- Italian
- French
- Spanish
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket• Meet the guide at the designated meeting point at least 10 minutes prior the scheduled time. • Departure time: Whenever you have booked the tour to get started. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best starting time that suits your needs. • In the very unlikely situation that the client are not able to locate our driver, please call our emergency telephone number below. Contacts: ●55 (11) 21571629 ●55 (11) 9 9311-9144 ●55 (11) 9 4738-2606Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/Sao_Paulo time to receive 100% refund.
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