Landmarks worth the trip on their ownAvenida Paulista and the São Paulo Museum of Art (MASP) are the sights most visitors build their first day around, and both reward an unhurried visit rather than a rushed photo stop.
A different pace of daily lifeWandering through the Mercado Municipal or Beco do Batman gives a better sense of Sao Paulo than any single landmark — it's where the everyday rhythm of the city actually shows.
Ibirapuera ParkOne of the more memorable stops for first-time visitors, and easy to reach from most central hotels.
A natural base for exploring furtherGood regional transport links make Sao Paulo a sensible starting point if you're planning to see more of Brazil while you're there.