São Paulo
A city of many faces, São Paulo is the largest city in Brazil and one of the most highly populated in the world. Japanese, Italian, Russian, Jewish or Arab, all cultures seem to have come together in the city of São Paulo, a real economic, industrial and commercial centre of South America. In addition to its many parks and gardens, the history of the metropolis is one of incredible wealth in terms of its cultural, artistic and culinary traditions. The result is a unique mixture of peoples and traditions from the four corners of the world. São Paulo is a town where everything is possible!
To discover, to understand, to wonder, and enjoy oneself, to marvel…So many entertaining opportunities to be enjoyed by the WHOLE FAMILY and which can be reached from your hotel in São Paulo.
Novotel Center Norte
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A real air bridge exists between Rio and São Paulo. In the week, there are about two flights an hour. And the trip only takes 45 minutes!
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After Rome and Milan, São Paulo is considered the third largest in … Italy! Not for nothing are its pizzas so famous.
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The people of São Paulo love to share a good meal. With more than 1000 restaurants and a cuisine ranging from sushi to pizza, there’s something here for all tastes.
Museums & Exhibitions
The Butantan Institute (Instituto Butantan)
Created in 1901, the original mission of this Institute was to research and develop snake bite vaccines. Today, it’s one of the most highly frequented tourist locations of São Paulo, and the opportunity for all the family to discover more than 2000 species of snakes, spiders and scorpions. Definitely a shuddering adventure! The Institute also opens the doors of its three museums: biology, history and microbiology. These places of learning with their interactive activities are particularly suited to children.
Av. Vital Brasil 1500, Butanta, São Paulo – Tel.: (+55) 11 3726 7222
Tuesday to Sunday from 9.00 am to 4.30 pm
Carmo Planetarium (Planetário do Carmo)
With technological equipment unique in South America, the Carmo Planetarium hurls you out to the stars and the solar system. Young and old will feel like they're flying through the sky, approaching the sun or discovering the constellations of the zodiac one by one. If you want stars in your eyes, there can be no excuse not to witness the magnificent spectacle projected onto a dome 20 m in diameter!
Rue John Speers 137, São Paulo – Tel.: (+55) 11 5575 5425
Monday to Friday, 10.00 am to 5.00 pm
Aeronautical Museum and Folk Art Museum (Museu da Aeronáutica e do Folclore)
Although they show very different subjects, these two museums are situated in the same building in Ibirapuera Park. The ground floor will delight the youngest visitors with its plane models and collections that trace the marvellous history of the conquest of the sky. The other floors are dedicated to Brazil and its traditions. More than 20,000 objects from all over the country offer a magnificent panorama of the cultural wealth of Brazil.
Av. Pedro Alvares Cabral, Ibirapuera, São Paulo – Tel.: (+55) 11 5574 5177
Every day.
Zoos, aquariums, parks and gardens
São Paulo Zoo (Jardim zoologico)
Animal lovers, welcome to paradise! In fact, São Paulo has one of the ten biggest zoos in the world. With more than 3,000 animals representing almost 400 species, it’s a visit not to be missed for all the family. The animal habitats are specially recreated to make it appear that you are going on a journey to the very heart of the fauna of the five continents, from tropical birds to the big cats. These very detailed presentations of the animals make this visit as unforgettable as it’s educational for the very young!
Av. Miguel Stefano 4241, Agua Funda, São Paulo– Tel.: (+55) 11 5073 0811
Tuesday to Sunday from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm.
Ibirapuera Park
Inaugurated in 1954, this park, just south of São Paulo is an immense green space dedicated to leisure. It’s the ideal spot for family walks and activities. Among the play areas, lakes, sports grounds and picnic areas, it’s the opportunity for a breath of fresh air before continuing visiting the city. Don’t forget to watch the many traditional spectacles, particularly music, that are on shown in the park.
Av. Pedro Alvares Cabral, Ibirapuera, São Paulo – Tel.: (+55) 11 5574 5177
Every day.
The Zoology Museum (Museu of Zoologia)
One of the major missions of this museum is to get you to know the fauna of South and Central America better. The magnificent array of animals, from the most common to the unique makes it one of the favourite places for children. The collections are displayed in a way that also makes it a very fine educational visit.
Av. Nazare 481, Ipiranga, São Paulo – Tel.: (+55) 11 6165 8100
Every day from 10.00 am to 5.00 pm.
Kids’voyage’s special treats
Safari Zoo
Also named the Simba Safari Park, this zoo is an opportunity for a unique experience for all the family − a real safari just a few kilometres from the town centre of São Paulo! Your visit is a ride in a car among lions, tigers, zebras and other animals roaming free. Children get to admire all their favourite animals close up. And there are almost 400 of them, representing over 40 species. Don’t forget the camera, for unforgettable memories!
Av. Cursino 6338, Vila Maraes, São Paulo – Tel.: (+55) 11 6336 2131
Tuesday to Sunday from 9.00 am to 4.00 pm.
The Botanical Garden (Jardim Botanico)
A garden, an institute and a museum…enjoy the colour and perfumes of the flora of all five continents, especially South America which are given a place of honour! At over more than 140 hectares, it’s a lovely walk for all the family in the very heart of São Paulo. Especially not to be missed are the two greenhouses of the garden and the rich collections of the museum that show you everything there is to know about oils, timber and grains.
Av. Miguel Stefano 3031, Agua Funda, São Paulo – Tel.: (+55) 11 5584 6300
Open Sundays from 2.00 pm to 6.00 pm.
Hopi Hari
This theme park is a real paradise for thrill seekers. Roller coasters, 3D experiences, big dipper, merry-go-rounds, simulators, bungee jumping, animals, vertiginous water chutes and plenty of other surprises await you. Divided into several worlds like the Far West or one especially for toddlers, Hopi Hari park is without any doubt the essential day out for guaranteed laughs and thrills. A must!
Av. Washington Luis s/n, São Paulo – Tel.: (+55) 11 3058 2207
Open every day from 10.00 am to 8.00 pm
Good places for a family meal
Pizza Paulista
A very good destination for the family and especially for the children who, after having sampled the sweet or savoury mini-pizzas specially prepared for them, can enjoy a big play area. Rue Euclides Pacheco 880, Tatuapé, São Paulo – Tel.: (+55) 11 6198 1010
Every day from 12.00 pm.
Cafe Aprendiz
Café and restaurant in one, Café Aprendiz offers very original salads, pies and sandwiches. Created by an NGO, the recipes go back to it in full. A good meal and a good turn!
Rue Belmiro Braga 186, Vila Madalena, São Paulo – Tel.: (+55) 9 234 34 05
Monday to Friday from 12.00 pm to 3.30 pm. The café is open until 6.00 pm.
Chacara Santa Cecilia
Meals and…instructors for the children. With face painting, colouring and games in the gardens, this restaurant is an ideal destination for a good break with the family.
Rue Ferreira of Araujo 601, Pinhieros, São Paulo – Tel.: (+55) 11 3034 3910
Every day from 12.00 pm.
KIDS' VOYAGE travel guides and NOVOTEL hotels wish you an excellent stay in São Paulo.