based on 3 experiences
I traveled last year for vacation. I went alone for seven days. I got around using the metro and buses - to and from the airport, as well as for long-distance trips to Rio de Janeiro. I love this city, there is a lot to see and many beautiful places.
Posted: September 13, 2023I spent a few days alone in São Paulo. The biggest struggle for me was Portuguese. I cycled around the city, which was really great, and I also discovered three beaches on a walking tour. I was there during the carnival and I would recommend everyone to experience the carnival at least once in their life. I spent the whole day walking around various Blocos de Rua (street carnivals) and always felt very safe.
Posted: April 30, 2023Based on 23 experiences
Based on 23 experiences
Brenda
In são paulo you need to be carefully everywhere, especially in the big centers, but if you hide your fone and walk fast there will be less chance of something bad happen to you, but I do not recommend to walk alone at night in the big centers like "placa da se" and "estacao da luz". But there is some safe places like Pulista Avenue.
Posted: September 13, 2024helena
Sao Paulo is known for being a unsafe city, and in fact, it can be. But it really depends on how you see the city, where and with who you experience it. its important to be “smart” and able to identify traps. some cautions that are good to have, but its not at all a place that i would say “dont go because its too dangerous and you will feel unsafe as a woman”. actually it can be a really free place, full of cultural and urban life.
Posted: August 12, 2024Bia
I’m a Brazilian writer - wellness creator - photographer who loves to travel and experience real life in different countries. I’m passionate about seeing beauty in everyday life, creating a better and more loving world and getting to know people’s stories. I also looove astrology (specially astrocartography!), meditation, being in nature, watching live music and street artists and all around mystical & spiritual topics 🤍✨
Maricí
I'm a girl that loves traveling, learning and sharing cultures.
São Paulo is a Wildcard at daylight and a Gotham City at night. I lived in this City for 20years and I’ve been everywhere! You really need to know where are you going and know that things might happen in your way while going to your destination. It’s far from a safe and place, you need to know your surroundings and know exactly which areas you belong or not. I was born in a Favela so I knew a a lot of “town” and “countryside” world, because, believe me, São Paulo is a concrete jungle mixed with billionaires and last fortunate people living side to side everyday. This city can really ate you up. The nightlife is not wild as it seems, but the way home it is hahaha! The countryside of São Paulo is beautiful and calm, and don’t forget the North of SP has amazing beaches and waterfalls!
Posted: April 18, 2024I recommend staying in areas such as Bela Vista, Aclimação, and Vergueiro. They are close to the metro station and are safe areas where you can find affordable accommodation. If you are going to the city center, I recommend doing it during the day. If you carry a backpack in the metro, it's better to wear it on the front. On Avenida Paulista, avoid using your phone in any situation, and Uber is very safe. São Paulo is a beautiful city, although it has many homeless people.
Posted: September 13, 2023Mayara
São Paulo
3 days
I'm a Brazilian girl who loves traveling, learning new languages and talking about different cultures.
Stephanie
São Paulo
3 days
Hello! I’m considered my self a business activist, since I created a social project helping solo mothers to receive a fair income through fashion. I created a sneakers brand called @itsbooparis. I love art, travel, friends, food and music 🦋👀🇧🇷
Sandra
Hi, I’m Sandra from Hamburg, Germany. I love to travel the world, try new foods and lean about other cultures. I also love camping trips, hiking and yoga! :) I’ve been on a solo backpacking trip for 3.5 months 2015 in Asia and I’m planing another backpacking trip for 6 months (September 2024 to February 2025) probably in South America. I’d be happy to find someone who wants to join. :)