Inaugurated in 2002, the Lilac Subway Line remained disconnected from the rest of the metro network for more than 15 years. This is because the stations connecting the route to the city’s other lines were only delivered in 2018.
Despite the delay, today the line offers not only quality of life for those who live in the South Zone and need to travel for work. But it also allows São Paulo residents to use and abuse the single ticket to enjoy the attractions around the stations.
That’s why we’ve selected some essential rides for you to take on the Lilac Subway Line.
Capão Redondo: Parque Santo Dias
About 1km from Capão Redondo station is one of the best-known parks in the South Zone: Parque Santo Dias. Here you can enjoy an infrastructure with a playground, volleyball and tennis courts, futsal and handball, basketball and street ball, and much more. In addition, the park has a remnant area of the Atlantic Forest and a fauna of more than 130 animals, according to the Prefecture.
📍 Rua Arroio das Caneleiras, s/n – Capão Redondo
Campo Limpo: Sesc Campo Limpo
This Sesc unit is perhaps the most different in the city. It has temporary facilities, made up of containers and tents, but it doesn’t fail to provide a structure for those who want to enjoy the organization’s events.
📍 Rua Nossa Sra. do Bom Conselho, 120 – Campo Limpo
Vila das Belezas: Adega do Baguinho
The open-air bar is already a meeting point for those who gather in the little square in front of Rua Canabarro, in the Capão region. Adega do Baguinho is famous for bringing forró and reggae together in live shows from Thursday to Sunday, always with free admission.
📍 Rua Canabarro, 13 – Vila Franca
Largo Treze: Sesc Santo Amaro
Sesc Santo Amaro is one of the best cultural options in the region. As well as dance and theater performances, the venue has a swimming pool, sports court, gym and food hall.
📍 Rua Amador Bueno, 505 – Santo Amaro
Alto da Boa Vista: Severo Gomes Park
The park area is left over from the subdivision of two farms: Vila Elvira and Granja Julieta. In addition to the mulberry grove and watercourse, it is also possible to enjoy monitored trails.
📍 Rua Pires de Oliveira, 356 – Granja Julieta
Eucalipto: Willi Willie
One of São Paulo’s most traditional bars, Willi Willie has been around since 1978 and gained fame for being Brazil’s first arqueria. You can also enjoy live rock concerts and drink a wide range of national and imported beers.
📍 Alameda dos Pamaris, 30 – Moema
Moema: Parque das Bicicletas
Despite its name, the 20,000 square meter space offers more than just cycle paths. Its rinks are perfect for those who want to rollerblade, skate, rollerblade or just walk. Since its inauguration in the 2000s, the park has become a stronghold for those looking for good trails in the city without the hustle and bustle of the larger, more famous parks.
📍 Alameda Iraé, 35 – Moema
AACD – Servidor: Ibirapuera Park
Although the city has more than 100 public parks, it is impossible not to mention the one most visited by the population, Ibirapuera Park. The most important urban park in the city, it has three interconnected artificial lakes and covers 1.6 million square meters.
📍 Avenida Pedro Álvares Cabral, s/n (gates 2, 3 and 10) | Avenida IV Centenário – gates 6 and 7A | Avenida República do Líbano – gate 7
AACD – Servidor: MAC USP
The huge Museum of Contemporary Art at the University of São Paulo contains works by Pablo Picasso, Tarsila do Amaral, Anita Malfatti and Emiliano Di Cavalcanti. It’s a free, public university museum that’s well worth a visit.
📍 Avenida Pedro Álvares Cabral, 1301 – Vila Mariana
AACD – Servidor: Cinemateca Brasileira
The institution was created to preserve and disseminate Brazilian audiovisual production. According to the institution, has the largest collection in South America, made up of around 250,000 rolls of film , among other things.
📍 Largo Senador Raul Cardoso, 207 – Vila Clementino
Santa Cruz: Casa Modernista
Ukrainian architect Gregori Warchavchik designed the house in 1928. Today, the Modernist House is part of the Museum of the City of São Paulo. And you can visit the space from Tuesday to Sunday, from 11am to 3pm, free of charge.
📍 Rua Santa Cruz, 325 – Vila Mariana
Santa Cruz: Lasar Segall Museum
More than three thousand works by the painter and writer Lasar Segall are housed in the museum, which is located in the artist’s former home. A great option for those traveling on the Lilac Subway Line.
📍 Rua Berta, 111 – Vila Mariana