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São Paulo

One day São Paulo Itinerary: Near Rosewood São Paulo​​

 

Morning:

  • Start with breakfast at the Rosewood or adventure to Padoca do Maní, a beloved bakery by renowned chef Helena Rizzo, which is a walking distance from the hotel

  • Following breakfast, visit the Museu de Arte de São Paulo. One of Latin America’s most important museums, it is both an architectural masterpiece and the home to one of the greatest collections on the continent.

  • Stop by Casa das Rosas, a historical mansion and a vestige of Sao Paulo’s coffee wealth of the 1930’s. It’s surrounded by a rose garden and lost in a forest of skyscrapers.

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Afternoon:

Lunch

  • Capim Santo in Jardins – creative Brazilian cuisine in a beautiful setting

  • A Baianeira at IMS Paulista – a stylish canteen with a focus on Bahia’s Afro-Brazilian cusine run by chef Manuelle Ferraz.

 

To Explore

  • Parque Trianon – Escape into this slice of Atlantic Forest right across from MASP. The trails are shaded and peaceful to explore.

  • Head to the IMS Paulista (Instituto Moreira Salles) – A modern cultural space with rotating exhibits on Brazilian photography, music, and literature. Then grab a coffee and brigadeiro at the café terrace overlooking Avenida Paulista.

  • Explore Itaú Cultural – a wonderful collection of Brazilian history and artifacts worth a visit.

  • Stroll through Rua Oscar Freire – São Paulo’s fifth avenue where locals like to grab an afternoon coffee or drink.

 

Evening:

  • Dinner at any of the restaurants recommended above.

  • Nightcap back at the Rosewood. Ask for a modern twist on the  cachaça-based Rabo de Galo cocktail.

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One day São Paulo Itinerary: Near Rosewood São Paulo

  

8:30am Breakfast:

Options near the Rosewood:

  • Padoca do Maní (Jardins)

  • Benjamin a Padaria – a reliable chain with solid coffee and fresh pão na chapa (buttered toast on the grill) the best

 

9:30 Morning: 

  • Following breakfast, visit the Museu de Arte de São Paulo. One of Latin America’s most important museums, it is both an architectural masterpiece and the home to one of the greatest collections on the continent.

  • Afterwards, stroll a stretch of Avenida Paulista (On Sundays, the avenue is closed to cars and turns into a vibrant open-air street fair with music and food).

  • Head south to Parque Ibirapuera, São Paulo’s version of Central Park​​

- Visit Museu Afro Brasil, a museum dedicated to Afro-Brazilian culture

- Visit Museu de Art Moderna (MAM) a great museum of modern and contemporary art

- Walk around the lakes and people watch as locals love to visit this park 

 

1:30 Afternoon: 

Lunch

  • Tordesilhas in Consolação neighborhood – A beautiful spot that celebrates regional Brazilian cuisine.

  • Casa do Porco in Downtown neighborhood – One of Latin America’s top restaurants centered around sustainable pork dishes – a reservation is needed

  • D.O.M. – A two-Michelin star spot with a lunch menu that elevates Brazilian ingredients.

 

Explore:

  • Liberdade in Downtown – Explore São Paulo’s Japanese-Brazilian district, the largest of its kind in the world. See the Asian markets, grab a mochi ice cream or temaki roll. An excellent place for good street food, quirky shots, and cultural fusion.

  • Jardins & Rua Oscar Freire – Explore the upscale boutiques, local designers, concept stores like Osklen and Farm plus excellent cafés. Stop for a quick treat at Gelato Boutique or a coffee at Suplicy Café.

 

5:30pm: Golden Hour City Views:

Head to the city center for one of these sunset-view options:

  • Terraço Itália (Downtown) – A 41st- floor bar and restaurant with panoramic views of São Paulo.

  • Edifício Martinelli – Brazil’s first skyscraper with free rooftop access with guided tours.

  • Hotel Unique’s Skye Bar – Sleek rooftop with a pool and skyline views

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8:00pm: Dinner to Close Out the Day

  • Chou (Pinheiros) – Fire-cooked seasonal dishes in a lush, candlelit courtyard, relaxed but refined with a great wine list.

  • Maní (Jardins) – Michelin-starred and creative where Chef Helena Rizzo reinvents traditional Brazilian flavors with flair.

  • Cantaloup (Itaim Bibi) – Sophisticated, modern cuisine with international influences and a stunning dining room, consistently great service.

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Optional Nightcap

  • Rabo di Galo, at the Rosewood, a glamorous, retro-inspired bar. Try their take on the classic “rabo de galo” cocktail or sip on artisanal cachaça

 

One day São Paulo – A Foodie’s Dream Itinerary

 

8:30am

  • Start at Padoca do Maní in Jardins for an elevated chef owned bakery breakfast. Try the Pão de queijo waffle, Tapioca with cheese and coconut, and bread with housemade jams and coffee

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10:00am

  • Explore the Mercado Municipal de São Paulo – the city’s most famous food market:

- Snack on the iconic mortadella sandwich at Bar do Mané or pastel de bacalhau (codfish pastry)

- Sample tropical fruits from the Amazon region (look for cupuaçu, graviola or jabuticaba)

- Pro Tip: Go early to avoid the crowds and get the freshest bites

 

12:30pm: Lunch at Casa do Porco

  • Known for its creative, nose-to-tail approach to pork

  • If you can snag a table, go for the Tasting Menu- an affordable and inventive take on the menu

  • No reservation? The à la carte menu is also great! Try the Porco San Zé sandwich or Sushi de Papada.

 

3:00pm: Coffee Break & Sweet Treats in Liberdade

  • Walk or ride to Liberdade, São Paulo’s Japanese-Brazilian district

- Grab a matcha latte or Hario pour-over at Hachi Café

- Try Taiyaki (a fish-shaped pastry with sweet filing) or mochi ice cream from a bakery like Itiriki

- Explore Japanese supermarkets and quirky dessert shops along Rua Galvão Bueno

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5:00pm: Pre-Dinner Drinks & Petiscos in Vila Madalena

  • Head to the artsy neighborhood of Vila Madalena for happy hour:

- Bar do Biu: Northeastern snacks like bolinho de feijoada and macaxeira frita (fried casava)

- Boteco São Conrado: Sleek yet casual with great caipirinhas and small plates like crispy pork belly and octopus salad

- Check out the nearby Beco do Batman for street art between bites

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8:00pm: Dinner

  • Charo (Jardins): A contemporary open-fire kitchen known for bold flavors and inventive plating using local ingredients – think  smoked eggplant with cashew, beef tartare with tucupi, or grilled manioc with queijo coalho.

  • Jiquitaia (Consolação): A laid-back bistro serving elevated Brazilian comfort food. Don’t miss the moqueca, cooked manioc with pork belly, and their seasonal fruit desserts.

  • Petí Gastronomia (Perdizes): A creative and affordable tasting menu spot with serious talent in the kitchen. Great for discovering lesser-known Brazilian ingredients in refined form.

 

10:00pm: Dessert or Nightcap

  • Confeitaria Marilia Zylbersztajn – try desserts like guava cheesecake or flourless chocolate tart.

  • Tan Tan Bar – Asian-Latin cocktails in a moody speakeasy vibe.

  • Bar Eu Tu Eles Bar live music and terrific drinks.

 

São Paulo Restaurants

 

About São Paulo Cuisine: A Culinary Capital Rooted in Migration:

  • São Paulo’s dynamic food scene is deeply shaped by its history of immigration. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, waves of Italian, Japanese, Arab, Portuguese, and Northeastern Brazilian migrants brought their culinary traditions to the city. This blend gave rise to some of São Paulo’s most iconic dishes — from pizza paulistana with a crispy thin crust to hearty virado à paulista and fresh temaki stands on every corner

 

  • Today, the city is home to the largest Japanese community outside Japan, one of the best Italian food scenes in the Americas, and a vibrant Afro-Brazilian culinary resurgence. Michelin-starred restaurants like D.O.M. (by chef Alex Atala) elevate native Brazilian ingredients, while humble botecos and 24-hour bakeries keep the city fed at all hours. São Paulo’s food tells the story of its people — diverse, resilient, and constantly evolving.

 

  • Figueira Rubayat

  • Terraço Italia

  • Bar Dona Onca

  • Capim Santo

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Restaurants at the Rosewood:

  • Le Jardin

  • Blaise

  • Taraz

  • D.O.M (2 Michelin Stars – Brazilian Cuisine)

  • Evvai (2 Michelin Stars – Italian Cuisine)

  • Tuju (2 Michelin Stars – Brazilian Cuisine)

  • Fame Osteria (1 Michelin Stars – Italian Cuisine)

  • Huto (1 Michelin Star – Japanese Cuisine)

  • Jun Sakamoto (1 Michelin Star – Japanese Cuisine)

  • Kan Suke (1 Michelin Star – Japanese Cuisine)

  • Kazuo (1 Michelin Star – Japanese Cuisine)

  • Kinoshita (1 Michelin Star – Japanese Cuisine)

  • Kuro (1 Michelin Star – Japanese Omakase)

  • Mani (1 Michelin Star – Brazilian Cuisine)

  • Murakami (1 Michelin Star)

  • Oizumi Sushi (1 Michelin Star)

  • Picchi (1 Michelin Star – Italian)

  • Tangará Jean-Georges (1 Michelin – French)

  • Maní (Jardins, elevated Brazilian)

  • A Casa do Porco

  • Fogo de Chão (Churrasco)

  • Tanit (Mediterrean)

  • Casaria

  • Gula Gula Jardim Paulista

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São Paulo Bars

  • Infiny

  • Skye Bar – Hotel Unique

  • Bar dos Arcos

  • Bar do Cofre

 

Sao Paulo Pizzerias

  • La Braciera

  • Veridiana

  • Margherita

  • Villa Roma

  • Deveras Pizza

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São Paulo Day Trips

 

Embu das Artes – Art, Crafts, and Colonial Charm

  • ~45 minutes from São Paulo

  • This quaint town is famous for its arts and crafts fair, galleries, and cobblestone streets. Great for a relaxed stroll, souvenir shopping, and lunch at a traditional Brazilian bistro.
    Don’t miss: Feirinha de Artesanato (weekends), local ceramic shops, and regional sweets.

 

Guarujá – Beach Break

  • ~1.5 to 2 hours from São Paulo

  • A coastal escape for sun, surf, and fresh seafood. Best on weekdays to avoid traffic.
    Beach recs: Praia do Tombo (clean and calm) or Enseada Beach (good infrastructure).
    Optional: Visit Forte dos Andradas for great views.

 

Campos do Jordão – Mountain Escape

  • ~2 hours from São Paulo

  • A picturesque town in the Serra da Mantiqueira, known for its European alpine vibes. Ideal for cooler weather, chocolate shops, and forest walks.
    Highlights: Amantikir Gardens, local brewery tours, and forest hikes in Horto Florestal.

 

São Roque Wine Route (Rota do Vinho) – Wine & Gastronomy

  • ~1 hour from São Paulo

  • A cluster of family-run vineyards and restaurants offering wine tastings and Italian-Brazilian fare.
    Popular stops: Vinícola Góes, Villa Don Patto, Quinta do Olivardo.
    Some spots even have grape stomping or live folk music on weekends.

 

Pedra Grande (Atibaia) – Hiking & Paragliding

  • ~1.5 hours from São Paulo

  • A scenic viewpoint offering panoramic views of the countryside. A popular hike (moderate level) or accessible by car + short walk.
    Activities: Hiking, paragliding, and local fruit farms.

 

Golf: Fazenda da Grama or Terras de São José Golfe Clube

  • ~1.5 to 2 hours from São Paulo

  • Fazenda da Grama (Itupeva): A beautiful and exclusive golf course, designed for pros and serious amateurs. Facilities include a driving range, restaurant, and spa.

  • Terras de São José Golfe Clube (Itu): An award-winning 18-hole course with rolling terrain and impeccable maintenance.

  • Note: Both clubs may require prior reservations or guest access, so call ahead.

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Bike Trip on Ciclovia Rio Pinheiros to Parque Burle Marx & Beyond

  • Starts in São Paulo, 20 to 30 mins from most hotels

  • Around 20 to 40km roundtrip, paved protected riverside path and highlights include urban skyline views and stops at Burle Marx Park, Cidade Jardim Mall, or Villa-Lobos Park. Rent a bike at Vila Olímpia entrance from Yellor or Tembici (Bike Sampa). Note: Go early for safer biking conditions.​

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