The Future is Now in São Paulo: Art, Architecture & Acclaimed Cuisine with Stacy

-Welcome to Brazil 's financial hub – São Paulo. Here, the food is stellar and the architecture is something out of a sci-fi movie. Once you arrive, take your group transfer from the airport and get settled at your hotel.

-Freshen up and enjoy a welcome drink on site to get to know your group. The rest of the day is yours for the taking, so find a great foodie spot and kick this trip off right!

-Today, we begin our adventure in the heart of São Paulo, so fuel up with a hearty breakfast at the hotel.

-With our guide, we’re off to see an array of sites, such as the MASP, Casa das Rosas, the Moreira Salles Institute, and Sesc Paulista Avenue – all showcasing unique architecture, art work, and an in depth look into what makes this city so innovative.

-We’ll indulge in lunch along the way at a local restaurant and get you back to the hotel in time to enjoy a free night in town. Put your best dress on and get at it!"

-Day 3 holds even more wonders in store. After breakfast, we’ll head back out with our guide to see iconic places, such as the Edifício Copan, SESC Pompeia, the nature and art in Ibirapuera Park, the Tomie Ohtake Institute, and the Farol Santander building. Make sure your phones and cameras are charged.

-Once you return to the hotel, enjoy a free night to rest, relax, or explore at your own pace. This city has so much to offer, especially the food scene. From Japanese to traditional Brazilian, you’ll be spoiled for choice!

-Rise and shine with a delicious breakfast at the hotel.

-Today, we’re off to see a few more epic buildings and museums, starting with the Maria Luisa and Oscar Americano Foundation. From here, we’ll check out Lina Bo Bardi‘s first masterpiece, The Glass House, and learn how football isn't just a sport – it’s an architectural marvel, too!

-For dinner, we’re headed to the upscale locale known as A Figueira Rubaiyat. This impressive haunt offers an array of meats, seafoods, and delicious beverages. The buildings aren’t the only epic feats in this city.

-It’s our final day here, so let’s make it the best one yet! After breakfast, we’re off to Mercado Central – a historic building with an array of fruit, veggies, dairy treats, and more. This is the place for lunch, too, as the onsite food court showcases some of the best local fare in the city.

-The afternoon offers up a real treat with a trip to Higienópolis, home to local cuisine, hotels, art cinemas, many bars and nightclubs, shopping centers, and beyond. Afterward, we'll either walk or drive to Minhocão, an conic elevated road that turns into a vibrant pedestrian space on weekends. We’ll also visit Vila Madalena, famous for its history as a center of São Paulo bohemian culture and art. This is the place to pick up your last-minute souvenirs and bites!

-Your final night here is a free one – make it count!

-After an incredible exploration of São Paulo’s art and food scenes, it’s time to head home. Enjoy one final breakfast at the hotel and free time until your flight.

-When the time is right, take your group transfer to the airport and start your journey home.

-We hope this trip was life-changing – showing you the future is here within Brazil. Safe travels – until next time!