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Art Museum rating icon 9.9

São Paulo Museum of Art, 1578, Avenida Paulista, Cerqueira César, Jardim Paulista, São Paulo, Região Imediata de São Paulo, Região Metropolitana de São Paulo, Região Geográfica Intermediária de São Paulo, São Paulo, Southeast Region, 01310-200, Brazil copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 31 of 419
Popularity in Category: 21 of 1942
Popularity Worldwide: 292 of 28980
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Donald February 8, 2025

I suggest going on a weekday morning. I got in right when they opened at 10 AM, and it was much quieter to enjoy the exhibits without feeling rushed.

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Charles December 14, 2024

Don't forget to bring a water bottle. There’s a cafe inside, but I found the prices a bit steep. A quick sip helped me enjoy the art more!

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Catavento Museum rating icon 9.7

Avenida Mercúrio - Parque Dom Pedro II, s/n - Brás, São Paulo - SP, 03003-060, Brazil copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 45 of 419
Popularity in Category: 54 of 1942
Popularity Worldwide: 773 of 28980
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Dorothy February 9, 2025

Get there by 9 AM when it opens to beat the crowds. I arrived later and it felt packed. More space means more fun exploring the exhibits.

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Thomas January 25, 2025

If you're traveling with kids, have them wear comfortable shoes. There’s a lot of walking, and trust me, you don’t want a meltdown halfway through!

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Samuel December 3, 2024

Don't skip the cafe inside! While it's a bit more expensive than eating outside, the snacks were worth it for a quick energy boost. Plus, it's a nice spot to rest.

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Justin November 28, 2024

If you have time, I recommend exploring the area around the museum afterward. There are some cute parks and eateries nearby that are great for winding down after a busy day.

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Pinacoteca Sao Paulo rating icon 9.4

Pinacoteca do Estado de São Paulo, 2, Praça da Luz, Bairro da Luz, Bom Retiro, São Paulo, Região Imediata de São Paulo, Região Metropolitana de São Paulo, Região Geográfica Intermediária de São Paulo, São Paulo, Southeast Region, 01120-010, Brazil copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 64 of 419
Popularity in Category: 92 of 1942
Popularity Worldwide: 1289 of 28980
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Richard December 18, 2024

If you're into art photography, I totally suggest walking around the exterior of the building. It's stunning! The sunlight really bring the architecture to life.

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Margaret December 7, 2024

I think visiting in the early afternoon around 2 PM is smart, as it gets less crowded then. You can enjoy the art without feeling rushed.

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James November 5, 2024

My advice is to check out the temporary exhibits first because they tend to change and are often really great! I almost missed one that was awesome.

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The Sao Paulo Museum of Image and Sound rating icon 9.1

Av. Europa, 158 - Jardim Europa, São Paulo - SP, 01449-000, Brazil copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 99 of 419
Popularity in Category: 160 of 1942
Popularity Worldwide: 2131 of 28980
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Catedral Metropolitana da Sé rating icon 8.6

Praça da Sé - Sé, São Paulo - SP, 01001-000, Brazil copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 135 of 419
Popularity in Category: 338 of 2520
Popularity Worldwide: 3726 of 28980
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The Museum of Football rating icon 8.2

Praça Charles Miller, s/n - Pacaembu, São Paulo - SP, 01234-010, Brazil copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 158 of 419
Popularity in Category: 322 of 1942
Popularity Worldwide: 4871 of 28980
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Jack November 14, 2024

I think packing some snacks is handy. The cafe is decent but can get pricey and busy during lunchtime. Keep your energy up without breaking the bank!

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Susan November 6, 2024

I recommend going on a Tuesday or Wednesday; it's way less crowded, and you can soak in all the info without stress.

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Museum Afro Brazil rating icon 7.6

Portão 10 - Av. Pedro Álvares Cabral, s/n - Vila Mariana, São Paulo - SP, 04094-050, Brazil copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 194 of 419
Popularity in Category: 445 of 1942
Popularity Worldwide: 6603 of 28980
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University of Sao Paulo Museum of Modern Art rating icon 7.1

São Paulo Museum of Modern Art - Av. Pedro Álvares Cabral, s/n° - Vila Mariana, São Paulo - SP, 04094-000, Brazil copy icon
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Popularity in Country: 217 of 419
Popularity in Category: 560 of 1942
Popularity Worldwide: 8386 of 28980
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David February 2, 2025

If you're into photography, bring your camera! Just be sure to check their policy on shooting inside the museum first, as sometimes it can vary.

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Patrick January 14, 2025

My advice is to explore the garden outside after you finish inside; it's a lovely place to relax and offers some different views of the museum.

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James January 6, 2025

Definitely grab a snack at the museum café; the food is pretty good, and it’s a nice break between the exhibits. I went in hungry and regretted not diving in sooner!

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George November 23, 2024

I recommend downloading their app if they have one. It helped me find exhibits quickly and provided interesting info about the pieces I saw.

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