São Paulo Architecture Tours

The city of Sao Paulo is a melting pot of colonial, modern, contemporary and art deco buildings; discover all of this and more on this architecture tour. Delight the lines, curves and details of well-designed pieces art that may seem common in the eyes of some, but in the company of an expert guide can be mind-blowing. Start at Higienopolis area, one of the best places to observe the contrast between old and new. Admire old colonial houses and modern architecture that coexist without altering the harmony of the landscape. Walk through the center of Sao Paulo and see how the 19th-century European styles combine with more recent architecture. We can't finish without mentioning Paulo Mendes da Rocha, an architecture master and winner of the Pritzker Architecture Prize. Or Oscar Niemeyer, whose modern designs can be found all over São Paulo. Continue along the Paulista and Faria Lima ave. to see their modern and iconic skyscrapers and Jardim America, the first planned area in town.

If you’ve got a fondness for architectural design, then this private architecture tour of São Paulo is for you! This eclectic city features a range of styles – from colonial Portuguese buildings to art nouveau edifices to the modernist structures of Oscar Niemeyer. Learn about all of them and more on this 4-hour tour with an expert guide, exploring the city by private vehicle. You’ll see buildings such as the Unique Hotel and the São Paulo Museum of Art, and gain knowledge of the famous architects that constructed them. *The itinerary of this tour is flexible and you can choose what to visit, among the options listed

Delve into São Paulo's rich architectural history on this engaging tour that showcases a stunning variety of styles from colonial to modernist. Wander through downtown to see colonial buildings made with taipa de pilão, and marvel at Neoclassical, Art Nouveau, and Brutalist designs. The tour highlights iconic works by Oscar Niemeyer, one of Brazil's most renowned architects, providing insight into the city's evolution through its structures. This tour is perfect for architecture enthusiasts and anyone interested in understanding São Paulo's cultural narrative through its buildings.

Freedom, comfort and personalization are paramount factors to us! Our professional guides will provide you and any possible companions with the most fulfilling and enlightening experience possible, suitable to your unique tastes. We rely on the personality and particular interests of our passengers when choosing routes, attractions, recommendations and explanations, which has yielded the best results in nearly 20 years of practice!