São Paulo state is one of the most populous and wealthy in Brazil. It’s best known for its capital city, which is home to some 12 million people.

Flying into São Paulo city, one can’t help but be impressed by the sheer scale of this city. It truly is a concrete jungle. Its skyline stretching in every direction as far as the eye can see.

There is so much to see and do in São Paulo – more than we can do justice to in our city guide. And while we encourage you to enjoy all the city has to offer, make sure you escape to enjoy the nearby riches in São Paulo state, including:

São Sebastião

Just a 3-hour drive from the capital, this region boasts waterfalls and some of the nicest beaches on the Paulista coast. These tranquil shores feel worlds away from the roar of the city.

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Ilhabela

Ilhabela, or ‘beautiful island’ is just a short ferry ride from São Sebastião on the mainland. It offers a variety of watersports, like sailing, diving and surfing, as well as upscale dining and accommodation.

 

_{Photo: Rogério Cassimiro – MTUR (Avenida Paulista), Maristela Colucci – MTUR (Ilhabela)}