Sao Paulo >> Luz

Culture and History

Historical neighboorhood, is one of the most decadent parts of town. The gardens of Luz used to be a meetting point for São Paulo's high society of the early 20th century. When the barons of coffee started moving out of downtown, the area was one of the most affected. Currently under renovation and with historical sites and plenty of museums, it is a worthy trip in time (better in daylight).

Sao Paulo - Luz tourist attractions and sightseeing

Monuments

  • Monument to Duke of Caxias, Praça Princesa Isabel, s/n. (avenida Rio Branco)

Museums

  • Museu de Arte Sacra, na Av. Prestes Maia, 676, in front of Pinacoteca, [1]. Opened tuesday to sunday, from 11am to 7pm. Tickets R$4.
  • Museu de Energia, Alameda Cleveland, 601.
  • Museum of the Portuguese Language, [2], on Luz station, entrance by the side of the plaza, in front of Pinacoteca; opened from tuesday to sunday, from 10am to 6pm. Tickets R$4.
  • Pinacoteca do Estado, praça da Luz, 2, between the Gardem of Luz and Avenida Prestes Maia, [3].

Parks

  • Parque da Luz, Avenida Tiradentes s/n.

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