Practical Information in São Paulo
Bring comfortable shoes for day and snazzy footwear for night. A mac is useful for sudden downpours, but leave the swimsuit at home – you'll want to buy that here.
GMT
GMT -3
Money
Real (R$) is the currency.
Visas
Each country has its own regulations and restrictions for its visitors. Find specific visa information for your destination.
Health
Travelling to (sub) tropical destinations means taking care of your health. Read more about health issues for the area you're visiting.
Electricity
220V AC or 110V AC, 60 Hz, two round-pin plugs are standard.
Dialling Code
+55 (national), (0) 11 + eight-figure number (São Paulo).
São Paulo Tourist Info
Travel Insurance
Read more and open a travel insurance policy straightaway.
Fit In
São Paulo is a little more conservative than other Brazilian cities – suits and smart casual are the order of the daytime, rather than flip-flops and shorts. It's hard to raise eyebrows in affluent and trendy Jardins or Vila Olímpia at night, though – reveal as much or as little as you like.
Public Holidays 2011-2012
- Carnaval 7-8 Mar
- Remembrance of Tiradentes 21 Apr
- Good Friday 22 Apr
- Labour Day 1 May
- Independence Day 7 Sep
- Lady of Aparecida Day 12 Oct
- All Souls Day 2 Nov
- Proclamation of the Republic 15 Nov
- Christmas Day 25 Dec
- New Year's Day 1 Jan
