Football and other attractions of Sao Paulo

The most important financial and business hub of Brazil Sao Paulo is a great tourist destination. This large monstrous city may not be beautiful but still frequented by a large number of visitors from around the world due to an array of tourists attractions. Being an important venue for FIFA World Cup 2014 also adds to its popularity. A large number of football fans will be heading to Sao Paulo which is host to several high profile football clashes including semi-finals. Here we list off-stadium activities for football lovers visiting Sao Paulo.

Mercado Municipal

There can’t be a better start of the day than visiting Mercado Municipal, one of the important food markets in the city. Here tourists will find an array of authentic ethnic delicacies and fruits. The market that came into existence in 1933 is situated alongside the Tamanduateí and Anhangabaú rivers. After facing several threats to its existence the market has been restored to its glory in 2004.

Ibirapuera Park

One of the important parks in the city Ibirapuera Park for Sao Paulo is what Central Park is for New York. The park has all the essentials expected from a city park. There are museums, planetarium, café, concert hall and huge open spaces to indulge in activities of your choice. Designed by renowned Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer the park leaves tourists awestruck by its beauty.

Museum Afro Brasil

Want to know about the heritage of Brazilian people? The ideal place to know about the history is the Museum Afro Brasil where you will come across a wide array of indigenous and religious artifacts. A complete visit to the museum might take some time as there are different levels and exhibition spaces.

Museum of Futebol and Pacaembu Stadium

Located at Pacaembu Stadium, Museum of Futebol is one of the must visit places for football lovers. As football is a shared passion in Brazil most of the travellers visiting Sao Paulo never misses an opportunity to visit this stadium. Visit this museum and see its various technology enabled exhibits.

Live Music Venues

There are several live music venues where you can catch Samba Performances. The travellers should visit Ó do Borogodó, which is most sought after Samba spot in the city where you can see performances by Gafiera Nacional to Dona Inah. Cine Joia is also a good venue for performances.

Shopping in Sao Paulo

The football fans with a love for shopping should explore its shopping option which city has several in numbers. The city has countless number of malls. The city’s shopping malls offer local as well international fashion labels. Shopping Pátio Higienópolis and Praça Benedito Calixto's Saturday market are good shopping options.