
Known for its thermal waters and breathtaking natural landscapes, Águas de Lindóia is a tourist resort located 2h30 from the capital. Alongside eight other municipalities, this town is part of the São Paulo Water Circuit and is an excellent destination for couples, families and adventurers, as it offers everything from relaxing to extreme options.
Águas de Lindóia attracts tourists from all over the country, who come in search of the famous waters with medicinal properties. Naturally radioactive, this natural relic helps treat circulatory problems, muscle pain, skin diseases and kidney stones.

What to do in Águas de Lindóia?
This inland city offers a multitude of attractions for visitors. Among the main ones, you’ll find the Balneário Municipal, with therapeutic baths, massages and swimming pools; the Praça Adhemar de Barros, which was designed by landscape artist Burle Marx and has a lake, pedal boats and a craft market; the Thermas Hot World water park and the Bosque Zequinha de Abreu.
But it doesn’t end there, the nature of Águas de Lindóia also enchants visitors. There, you can visit Morro do Cruzeiro, an attraction with a panoramic view of the Serra da Mantiqueira and a Christ the Redeemer at the top. Morro Pelado is another highlight for adventurers who enjoy hiking and free flight.
Tips for this destination:
Águas de Lindóia is about 160 km from São Paulo. In other words, it’s close by and a great option for a day trip. However, if you want to get to know the city in its own time, allow at least three days to enjoy all the sights.
The best times of year to explore the region are in July, when the Winter Festival takes place, or from September to November, when the city is in full bloom and the weather is ideal for outdoor activities.