Do you know Cidade da Criança? Perhaps it marked your childhood, but one thing is certain: it’s impossible to see a sad little one there. Almost like a Brazilian Disney, the tourist attraction has marked and enchanted generations with its multitude of attractions. It has become a perfect option for a family outing.
In fact, if you’re planning to give your child, sibling or nephew a Children’s Day or birthday present, this city is an excellent choice. So, check out more information about the place.
The history of Cidade da Criança:
Opened in 1968, in ABC Paulista, this park was the first theme park in Brazil. Its origins are somewhat unusual: it was created by reusing the scenery from the set of the soap opera ‘Redenção’, the longest-running soap opera ever produced in Brazil and shown between 1966 and 1968 on TV Excelsior.
In the following years, the tourist attraction was a hit, until in 2005 it had to close its doors because there was no investment and the rides had deteriorated. But in 2010, everything changed: Children’s City was restored and reopened. Thus, it regained its function as an entertainment complex for families.
Visit Brazil’s first theme park!
Cidade da Criança is located at Rua Tasman, 600 – São Bernardo do Campo, and is open from Thursday to Sunday, from 9am to 5pm. The tourist attraction is ideal for families, as it offers a wide range of entertainment options for children, making it an even more attractive option for a Children’s Day outing.
There are more than 40 attractions, including a cable car, dinosaur valley, Ferris wheel, trampoline and farm. Tickets start at R$50 and can be purchased on the park’s official website.