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São Paulo travel guide

What to watch out for, what to see, what to eat, and how to get around — written for people arriving for the first time.

Last updated 2026-08-09

Avenida Paulista and MASP, São Paulo
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Common scams in São Paulo

10 reported scam patterns travellers run into in São Paulo, what they look like, and how to sidestep them.

Common scams in São Paulo — and how to avoid them →

Top places to visit in São Paulo

6 places worth your time in São Paulo, with what each is actually like and when to go.

Top places to visit in São Paulo →

Top food to try in São Paulo

6 dishes to eat in São Paulo, what is in them, and where they belong.

Top food to try in São Paulo →

Traditions and customs in São Paulo

5 customs and traditions in São Paulo — what they are, and how to take part without causing offence.

Traditional things to do in São Paulo →

Getting around São Paulo

How to travel around São Paulo — 5 options, what they cost, and which booking apps fix the fare before you go.

Getting around São Paulo: transport and taxi apps →

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