Parque Villa-Lobos, São Paulo Travel Guide

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Escape to nature in the heart of São Paulo at Parque Villa-Lobos, offering recreation, culture, and green spaces for everyone to enjoy.

Parque Villa-Lobos, located in São Paulo's Alto de Pinheiros neighborhood, is a sprawling urban park offering a blend of nature and recreation. Once a rubbish tip, it has been transformed into a green space with over 37,000 trees, attracting locals and tourists alike.

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Opening hours

Every day5:30 am–7 pm

Opening hours as listed on the venue’s Google Business Profile. Hours can change for services and special events, so check with the venue before you go.

Address: Av. Prof. Fonseca Rodrigues, 2001 - Alto de Pinheiros, São Paulo - SP, 05317-020
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Getting there

Public Transport

From central São Paulo, take the Metro to the Villa Lobos-Jaguaré station on Line 9-Emerald. From there, it's a short walk to the park entrance. A single metro ticket costs R$5.20.

Taxi/Ride-Share

Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber and 99 are readily available in São Paulo. A taxi ride from Paulista Avenue to Parque Villa-Lobos typically costs between R$25 and R$40, depending on traffic and time of day. Be sure the driver activates the meter, the starting price is R$5.6 and each km is R$4.

Driving

If driving, use Avenida Professor Fonseca Rodrigues, 2001 as your destination. Parking is available at the park, but it can be limited, especially on weekends. Parking fees vary, but typically range from R$10 to R$20 per hour.

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Parque Villa-Lobos, named after the renowned Brazilian composer Heitor Villa-Lobos, is a 732,000 square meter state park in São Paulo. Created in 1989 on the site of a former rubbish tip, the park now offers a refreshing escape from the city's hustle and bustle. The park features a diverse range of attractions and activities. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy soccer, basketball, tennis, and volleyball courts, as well as scenic bike paths and jogging trails. Families can take advantage of playgrounds, open spaces for games, and food vendors offering local treats. The park also includes an amphitheater that hosts concerts and events, and a library with a café.Visitors can explore themed gardens showcasing Brazil's biodiversity and relax under the shade of towering trees. The park also features a bird nursery and a musical island. One of the park's highlights is the "Circuito das Árvores," a 120-meter-long elevated walkway through the trees. Parque Villa-Lobos is pet-friendly and easily accessible, making it a must-visit destination in São Paulo.

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