Fun and entertainment São Paulo

Superb décor and great atmosphere. A must!

Opened in 1948, it's one of the icons of festive São Paulo, at the crossroads of Ipiranga and São João avenues, immortalized by Catano Veloso in one of his songs. A bar for the "intellos" of the 70s, we go there for the quality of the concerts and also, or perhaps above all, for the history. Despite a deteriorating neighborhood, to say the least, the Brahma bar is a must, with a very retro and timeless charm. Musical cutlery is a little pricey, but the bands that play in this mythical venue in the center of São Paulo are quality acts. In the evening, take a cab.

For those nostalgic for the London music of the 1980 s with DJ, in a festive, dancing or romantic setting, according to its tastes of the moment, it is certainly a good address. English cuisine.

To call Igrejinha (little church) a bar may seem sacrilegious. The walls feature religious images and objects, but the evenings are anything but Catholic! What's special about the bar? Colorful landline telephones scattered around the room. If you've spotted someone you're interested in, but a little far away, you can make a call (the numbers are assigned according to the colors of the extensions) and try your luck! You can just have a drink. Gay bar with a great music program. Great cocktails.

A bar that is always in fashion, both informal and hipster.Balcão, which means "counter" in Portuguese, has no tables in its main lounge, but a long, 25-metre-long counter forms a kind of spiral where you can sit on both sides. The original layout of the place encourages customers to chat with their neighbours, whom they didn't know a few minutes before, but who cares about the bottle? The Balcão is frequented by an intellectual, trendy and very friendly clientele. The establishment is gay friendly.

the Veloso Bar is named after the botequim in Rio where Vinicius and Tom Jobim composed the "Garota de Ipanema". By chance, a sign of destiny or a deliberate choice, the street bears the name "Veloso". There are only fourteen small tables in this renowned establishment in the Vila Mariana district, so you have to arrive early to get a seat. The thirsty come for the delicious and varied caipirinhas. Among the fifteen or so that make up the menu, the caipirinha with mandarin and dedo de moça pepper is exclusive to the house!

The Piraja is a small corner of Rio in São Paulo. In the heart of São Paulo, it is a haven of peace surrounded by greenery. People come here for its famous happy hour and to taste the "petiscos" like the famous bolinho carioca, a pumpkin fritter filled with meat. The cachaças and caipirinhas are also famous and varied. Guaratiba is prepared with cloves, cinnamon and a special variety of lemon. The tables are spread out on the sidewalk with Portuguese motifs, and one could well believe to be in Copacabana...

Izakaya is the Japanese equivalent of a tapas bar that will immerse you in the traditional atmosphere of the land of the rising sun. Come here to drink sake or shochu (alcohol made from different cereals) or even beers. To accompany your drink, do not ask for sushi or sashimi, because you will be disappointed. At the counter or at the table, ask the waiters for advice and take the opportunity to taste other lesser known Japanese specialities. The prices are a bit high, but you are entering a reputable house.

White block of triangular format with a red opening, the Ibirapuera auditorium is signed Oscar Niemeyer. The project dates back to the 1950s, but was completed between 2003 and 2005. The interior is just as incredible, with a long circular ramp and a large red sculpture on the ceiling signed by the artist Tomie Ohtake (1913-2015). A wide range of cultural events (classical and popular music concerts, theatre, dance...). There is a music school with 170 young students selected from the public school system.

Bar Augusta 472 is a mecca of São Paulo's nightlife and party scene. It is without doubt the rock temple of the most rock'n'roll street in São Paulo. This establishment, whose reputation is well established, is the place to be for lovers of saturated rock, pop, punk and metal guitars. Those who would like to attend a good concert, it is there, you are not mistaken. You can also and more prosaically attend the matches of the various clubs of São Paulo. The place closes late and attracts the last night owls of the street.

This magnificent theater, inaugurated in 1929, became the Renault Theater after its latest "naming" in 2012, after having been known by Paulists as a cinema under the names "Paramount Theater" and "Abril Theater". This majestic establishment, with its neo-classical and Art Deco facade, the first sound cinema in Latin America, is undoubtedly one of Sampa's finest theaters. With a capacity of 1,500, it plays host to the great Broadway and European musicals. "Les Misérables", among others, has been presented here twice.

The Estação Julio Prestes is a historic train station in São Paulo that was inaugurated in 1930. Today the station is still in operation and houses the Secretariat of Culture of São Paulo and the Sala São Paulo, the concert hall of the state symphony orchestra, the largest in Latin America with 1,500 seats on 1,000^m2.

Good to know: about two Sundays a month it is possible to attend a recital for free. However, tickets must be collected in advance

The imposing theatre of São Paulo is also a lively place that regularly offers shows, ballets and operas. It is one of the largest opera houses in Brazil. For more than 110 years, it has been a temple of classical music and dance, but it is also and above all a place that is deeply rooted in the present. Numerous artistic and educational projects within the framework of the municipal schools. Program available on site or see with the tourist office.