The most anticipated date of the year has arrived! Next week, the city of São Paulo will become the capital of revelry, with hundreds of street parties scattered throughout the city. The date is perfect for enjoying a good outdoor street party, but it is also a good opportunity to explore other attractions that remain available in the capital. So, let’s enjoy Carnival and find out what to do on holiday in São Paulo.
It would be impossible to start this guide with any other tip. If you love to party, take advantage of the holiday to take to the streets of São Paulo with the best Carnival blocks in the city! Just choose your favorite in our guide.
Who said that partying is only for adults? During this holiday, São Paulo offers an intense schedule of children’s Carnival blocks, perfect for celebrating with the family. Take advantage of our guide and have fun with the little ones!
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Take advantage of the holiday to watch an unmissable light show, right in the heart of São Paulo! During Carnival, the Sé Cathedral hosts two sessions of the Luminiscence show, which will transform the walls of the monument into a living screen. All this in the company of an impeccable orchestra, whose soundtrack will make the moment even more exciting.
Carnival at Atrium Shopping
The Grande SP shopping mall offers a special free program to celebrate the holiday, with children’s dances and a costume contest for families, with carnival kits being distributed. There will also be a Pet Ball, where pet owners can have fun with their animals! Check out the program:
- February 14, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.: Children’s Ball and Costume Parade;
- February 15, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.: Children’s Ball with Crazy Hair Parade;
- February 16, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.: Family Costume Contest;
- February 17, 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.: Baile Pet;
- February 17, starting at 4 p.m.: Bloco BEM, with drums, dancers, flag bearers, and a classic repertoire.
From R$45
With over 150 artifacts, life-size replicas, and immersive rooms, “Titanic: An Immersive Journey” transports visitors into the history of the world’s most iconic ship! The experience includes tours of the luxurious salons, 3D projections about the shipwreck, and a virtual reality trip to the wreck site at the bottom of the ocean.
From R$15
Did you know that the Ipiranga Museum is the oldest museum in São Paulo? You can take advantage of this holiday in São Paulo to visit it or revisit it, after all, the space will be open from Saturday to Tuesday throughout Carnival. Admission on Monday will be free, subject to ticket availability.
Visit the São Paulo Zoo and the Botanical Garden
From R$19.95
During this holiday, the São Paulo Zoo and Botanical Garden are offering tickets at up to 50% off! Starting at just R$ 19.95, you can take advantage of Carnival to be enchanted by animals and plants from all over the world.
The São Paulo Zoo is responsible for rescuing animals and collaborating in the recovery of species. So, get ready for a fascinating journey through the animal world and to learn about the importance of environmental conservation while being enchanted by these wonders of nature!
We have selected the main options rated by tourists on TripAdvisor, and the best part is that most of them are free. In other words, if you are looking for things to do during the holiday in São Paulo, how about exploring the best attractions in São Paulo without spending too much?
Among the options, we highlight the museums of São Paulo. The Pinacoteca de São Paulo, for example, will welcome visitors from Saturday to Monday, and then on Carnival Wednesday, the 14th, 15th, 16th, and 18th. MASP will be open on Saturday and Sunday, and then on Carnival Tuesday and Wednesday, the 14th, 15th, 17th, and 18th.
Travel aboard locomotives that stand the test of time in São Paulo
Looking for things to do during the holiday in São Paulo? How about embarking on a unique journey aboard traditional trains? This is an opportunity to travel back in time and explore breathtaking landscapes while immersing yourself in the rich history of the state of São Paulo. Although it may seem like a thing of the past, train rides are still a reality, from historic trips on old steam trains to adventures surrounded by São Paulo’s nature.
End the night listening to good jazz in the best venues in São Paulo
In São Paulo, the jazz scene is more alive than ever, after all, there are several bars and restaurants that offer special programming for the genre. So, if you are passionate about jazz, you can’t miss checking out the various venues that guarantee memorable nights to the sound of this engaging musical style. After all, there’s nothing better than an intimate atmosphere, washed down with good drinks and accompanied by the soft sound of the saxophone and trumpet.