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If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Rua 25 de Marco, a popular place for shoppers in Historic Center. Splash some more cash at Mercado Municipal, Feirinha da Madrugada and Galeria Page.
Republic Square is worth passing through for a few pics when in República. You can also discover the museums and art galleries in the area – your sightseeing tour starts here.
If you like art, you might want to browse the collections at Sala São Paulo Concert Hall in Historic Center. If you want to see more of the art galleries in São Paulo, you can easily walk to Pinacoteca do Estado Museum.
If you want to see a show while you're in town, try and grab some tickets at Municipal Theatre of São Paulo in República. If you enjoy the show and want to see another, Olido Gallery, Terra da Garoa, and Casa de Francisca are all a short walk away.
If you like haggling for the best price, you might want to head out to Mercado Municipal in Historic Center and take in the atmosphere. Splash some more cash at Rua 25 de Marco, Feirinha da Madrugada and Galeria Page.
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing, head to São Paulo Cathedral – just one of the monuments in Historic Center. You can also discover the art galleries and museums in the area – your sightseeing tour starts here.
Liberty Square is worth passing through for a few pics when in Historic Center. You can also discover the art galleries and museums in the area – your sightseeing tour starts here.
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing, head to Copan Building – just one of the monuments in República. You can also discover the museums and art galleries in the area – your sightseeing tour starts here.
You can find great hotels from AU$64 in Historic Center to suit a range of budgets. If you're looking for an affordable stay in Historic Center, Hotel Dan Inn Planalto by Nacional Inn and Balcony Hostel Hotel are some great low-cost options. To find the best low-cost hotel on Hotels.com that meets your needs, apply your search filters and then sort hotels by "Price: low to high".
How can I find discounted rates and deals for Historic Center hotels?
Discover great deals on hotels in Historic Center with Hotels.com. Sign up for free to unlock member only prices and start earning rewards. It's also a good idea to look at hotel prices mid-week or during the low season as you're likely to find off-peak deals. If you're up for a spontaneous trip, don't forget to check out our last-minute deals on Historic Center hotels.
Can I receive a refund if I cancel my Historic Center hotel booking?
The majority of hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel your booking. Some Historic Center hotels require you to cancel more than 24 hours before check-in, so look at your booking beforehand. For extra peace of mind before you book, filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property".
What are some of the best pet-friendly hotels in Historic Center?
Travelling with your pet doesn't mean sacrificing a great hotel stay. In Historic Center, our travellers love:
To find more pet-friendly stays on Hotels.com, use the "Amenities" filter in your search and select "Pet friendly".
What are some of the best Historic Center hotels for couples?
One of the best Historic Center hotels for couples is San Raphael Hotel. San Raphael Hotel is a popular hotel with 2 restaurants. Find more romantic Historic Center hotels by using the "Traveller experience" filter in your search and selecting "Adults only" or "Romantic".
What are some of the best family hotels in Historic Center?
If you're holidaying with your family, San Raphael Hotel and DELPLAZA Excelsior São Paulo - By Monreale are some of the best family hotels in Historic Center. San Raphael Hotel has a great average guest score of 8.6 out of 10 and amenities like children's meals, a coffee shop/cafe and in-room cots. Kids are welcome at DELPLAZA Excelsior São Paulo - By Monreale , too. Travellers leave glowing reviews of this hotel, which has a free buffet breakfast, in-room cots, and more. To explore more family hotels in Historic Center, use the "Family friendly" filter in your search on Hotels.com.
What are some of the best Historic Center hotels with a pool?
Book a Historic Center hotel with a pool for some added relaxation or exercise on your trip. For more Historic Center hotels with a pool, use the "Amenities" filter in your search and select "Pool" on Hotels.com.
What are some of the top Historic Center hotels with free parking?
If you're travelling by car, make your life easier by booking a Historic Center hotel with free parking. Our travellers like:
Hotel Gran Corona: A hotel with an average guest rating of 8.6 out of 10
Hotel Quintino: A hotel with an average guest rating of 7
Is it worth staying in Historic Center?
You're spoilt for choice with 590 hotels in the area so it's easy to find your perfect somewhere. Basing yourself in Historic Center makes it easy to explore São Paulo, including the areas of Jardins and Itaim Bibi.
Which station is best for Historic Center?
If you're staying at a hotel in Historic Center, check out the nearest station so that you can get around and explore with ease. Stations in Historic Center include:
Liberdade Station
Anhangabau Station
Luz Metro Station
What are some great hotels in Historic Center with balconies?
There are some top hotels in Historic Center that offer rooms with a balcony. Check out Hotel Nacional Inn Jaragua São Paulo which has a high guest score of 8.8 out of 10, and balconies in some rooms. Another popular choice is Hotel Normandie by Easy Plus, which offers terraces in some rooms and has a great guest score of 9.
About the destination
What's Historic Center like?
If you want to find the perfect area to explore, why not consider Historic Center? If you're hunting for the perfect souvenir, head over to Rua 25 de Marco to shop. There's plenty more to see, including Sampa Sky and Municipal Theatre of São Paulo.
How to get to Historic Center
Flying to:
São Paulo (CGH-Congonhas), 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from Historic Center
São Paulo (GRU-Guarulhos - Governor André Franco Montoro Intl.), 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from Historic Center
Travelling to Historic Center by train
You'll find the following train stations in the neighbourhood:
Luz Station
Sao Paulo Julio Prestes Station
Getting to Historic Center on the metro
Stations in the neighbourhood include:
Sao Bento Station
Se Station
Anhangabau Station
Things to see and do in and around Historic Center
What to see in Historic Center
São Bento Monastery
São Paulo Stock Exchange
Sampa Sky
Sé Square
São Paulo Cathedral
Things to do in Historic Center
Rua 25 de Marco
Municipal Theatre of São Paulo
Mercado Municipal
Cine Joia
April Theater
Other popular Historic Center attractions
Republic Square
Edificio Italia
Copan Building
Liberty Square
Arouche Square
When is the best time to visit São Paulo?
Hottest months: February, January, December, March (average 23°C)
Coldest months: July, June, August, May (average 18°C)
Rainiest months: January, December, February, November (average 224 mm of rainfall)