Vila Madalena
Restaurants
8
1

Vila Madalena is a huge open air shopping mall, where you can find from fashion to house utilities, cool furniture, buy organic food and even take a shopping break at the end of the day with a cold chope (the Brazilian famous draft beer) to relax. It's one of the best places in town to try it from one pub to another.
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São Paulo Downtown
Museums & Galleries
8
1

The mixture of architecture styles is breathtaking. From Mosteiro São Bento (where you can catch the gregorian chanting very early in the morning) to the cathedral Sé, passing through dozens of cultural centres, squares and local restaurants, it is a walk one should do to really understand the city.
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Mocotó
Restaurants
5
2

Besides the unbelievable delicious and creative dishes and deserts, they also have a huge variety of "cachaça", the Brazilian famous beverage made of sugar cane (you may also know it from the "caipirinha" drinks) and a great selection of special beer. It's a very special place to try local food and have a whole experience for hours and hours.
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Red Bull Station
Museums & Galleries
7
2

This five-storey venue, located in a downtown heavy traffic corner, puts together three exhibition spaces, a small library, a recording studio, a cafeteria, six ateliers for selected resident artists, an auditorium, a general-purpose terrace. Almost the entire building is open to visitors and the admission is free.
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SESC São Paulo State
Museums & Galleries
6
1

Visit their general presentation:www.sescsp.org.br/en/sobre-o-sesc/.Then choose one of their units in the city, which always offers a wide range of what is being produced in Brazil and abroad in terms of cultural activity. In any of the units it is possible to buy tickets for the shows on at SESC. Also,there are several possibilities for free.
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São Cristóvão
Pub Food
5
2

Among the hundreds of pub options in Vila Madalena, São Cristóvão is a rare authentic one, with a strong personality. Beer and french fries are guaranteed and the options of "croquetes" and steaks are also there. Besides that, you can even buy a soccer T-shirt when you pay it a visit.
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Reserva Cultural
Fun & Active
6
1

This is a 4-screen theatre, coupled with a book shop, a restaurant, a boulangerie, an art exhibition in the lounge. Even if you cannot read subtitles in Portuguese and the films are not spoken in a language you understand, it is worth the visit
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Parque do Ibirapuera
Museums & Galleries
9
4

It's an architecture masterpiece (some people may disagree), designed by the genius Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer. Host of São Paulo Fashion Week and São Paulo's Biennale, among other important museums such as Oca, it's a delighted place if you want a bit of art and culture, practice sports or just take a break and relax on the green grass.
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Skye Bar
Pub Food
7
3

If you are a fan of sky bars, the view is actually gorgeous. Not too high though, but still amazing. Perfect for Summer or warm nights, bringing the feeling of being outdoors to its most. Enjoy a cocktail, some food and good talks watching life passing down there.
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Shopping JK
Restaurants
5
3

From tech cosmetics to high couture, JK Shopping Mall shows that the Brazilian market is equal to the biggest fashion places such as Paris, New York, Milan or Tokyo. That all being said, it’s also an interesting site to see and to be seen, as well as to understand a little bit about how the local high society lives and behaves.
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Ritz
Restaurants
4
1

Pleasant atmosphere, young actors who serve you diligently, delicious food with fresh ingredients – hipster locals love to have lunch there. Relax and enjoy your drinks and meal in no rush, while you observe modern young paulistanos parading.
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Exquisito!
Pub Food
3
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Very famous for the mojitos, considered by many as the best in São Paulo, you can also order the classic caipirinha in special versions and with spices, such as mango and ginger or pepper. The arty decoration and happy music will add a special touch to your evening.
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Consulado Mineiro
Restaurants
4
0

If you're in for some affordable quality heavy traditional Brazilian meal experience, you won't be disappointed. Generous servings, great ingredients & fine cachaça will take you on a one way trip to Minas Gerais - one of the best Brazilian food region.
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Mercearia São Pedro
Pub Food
4
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Besides always having good Brazilian food and cold beer, they also serve the famous “pastel” - and it’s a must try! Don’t bother ordering, once they have a new fresh batch coming from the kitchen the friendly waiters will walk around the tables offering them. An experience from the beginning to the end.
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Bella Paulista
Restaurants
5
3

Going to a bakery to have a real meal is one of the most normal things to do as a local. And this one is always full not only for its location (it is very central) and opening hours, but also because their food is freaking good. My favorites are the sandwiches which are delicious and big, so if you don't eat that much, it's enough for two.
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