Pinacoteca de São Paulo: A Visual Arts Treasure
Explore Brazilian art from the 19th century to today in a historic architectural gem in São Paulo's Luz district.
The Pinacoteca de São Paulo, founded in 1905, is the oldest art museum in the city, housed in a stunning 19th-century building designed by Ramos de Azevedo. Its collection focuses on Brazilian art from the 19th century to the present day, featuring over 11,000 works including paintings, sculptures, drawings, and prints.
A brief summary to Pinacoteca de São Paulo
- Praça da Luz, 2, São Paulo, Luz, State of São Paulo, 01120-010, BR
- +55113324-1000
- Visit website
- Monday 10 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-6 pm
- Thursday 10 am-6 pm
- Friday 10 am-6 pm
- Saturday 10 am-6 pm
- Sunday 10 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Visit on Saturdays for free admission to all three Pinacoteca buildings.
- Take the metro to Luz Station for easy access to the Pinacoteca.
- Check the Pinacoteca's website for temporary exhibitions and special events.
- Don't miss the sculpture garden on the ground floor.
- Visit the Tactile Gallery on the second floor for an accessible art experience.
Getting There
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Public Transport
The Pinacoteca de São Paulo is easily accessible by public transport. Take the Metro to Luz Station (Lines 1, 4, and 3). From the station, it's a short walk to the Pinacoteca Luz and Pinacoteca Contemporânea. To reach Pinacoteca Estação, follow the signs from platform 1 of the CPTM at Luz Station to the Boulevard João Carlos Martins, which connects to the cultural complex where Pinacoteca Estação is located. A single metro or train fare costs around R$4.40.
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Walking
If you are in the Luz district, Jardim da Luz, or near the Estação da Luz, the Pinacoteca is within easy walking distance. From the Estação da Luz, walk for about 2 minutes to reach Pina Luz and about 3 minutes to reach Pina Contemporânea. Pinacoteca Estação can be accessed via the Boulevard João Carlos Martins.
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Driving
If driving, the Pinacoteca Luz has a parking lot that is open during museum hours. The parking fee is R$20 for the first hour and R$5 for each additional hour. Pinacoteca Estação has parking on Rua Mauá, 51, costing R$16 up to 3 hours on weekdays and R$16 for a fixed price on weekends until 12:30 PM. Note that Pinacoteca Contemporânea does not have parking. Metered street parking is available around the museum. Be aware that the Pinacoteca does not have partnerships with nearby parking lots or valet services.
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