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One-day itinerary · Minas et Sudeste · Brésil

What to see in one day in São Paulo: 5 churches not to miss

Cathedral, chapels and shrines: here is the shortest walking itinerary to discover the religious heritage of São Paulo in a single day.

3.9 km on foot · about 4 h with visits

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Straight-line distances and estimated duration, including visits. Check access before setting off.

  1. Stop 1

    cathédrale métropolitaine de São Paulo

    Cathedral · São Paulo

    Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.

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  2. Stop 2 · 0.9 km from the previous stop

    abbaye Saint-Benoît de São Paulo

    Abbey

    Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.

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  3. Stop 3 · 2.0 km from the previous stop

    basilique Notre-Dame-du-Mont-Carmel

    Sanctuary

    Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.

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  4. Stop 4 · 0.8 km from the previous stop

    St. Nicholas Orthodox Cathedral (São Paulo)

    Cathedral

    Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.

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  5. Stop 5 · 0.4 km from the previous stop

    Our Lady of Lebanon Cathedral, São Paulo

    Cathedral · São Paulo

    Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.

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Tips for the day

  • Start early: morning light is at its best on stained glass and facades.
  • Check opening and mass times before leaving: many churches close between noon and 2 pm.
  • Bring water, good shoes and clothing that covers the shoulders to enter shrines.

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