not going to stop them using their leisure hours to the full, especially at night. São Paulo’s nightlife caters for every taste and budget, as well as every age group and sexual persuasion. Bars and clubs abound and the
found in and around Rua Oscar Freire, the city’s Rodeo Drive. São Paulo is a truly world class, cosmopolitan city and prides itself on its gastronomic excellence, offering not only the best of Brazilian cuisine, especially the churrascarias (or steak houses)
dishes from the four corners of the globe. The city also boasts world-class museums, art galleries, monuments and parks. Its sporting credentials include the Formula 1 Grand Prix circuit at Interlagos, the São Silvestre Road Race and, of course, football. The
and barbecues, but also a truly eclectic mix of restaurants serving
city will host football matches during the 2014 FIFA World Cup.
city is a haven for clubbers, yet also offers world-class opera and ballet. On almost any given night it will be possible to catch leading international acts and major Brazilian artistes performing in the city. The nightlife of São Paulo is unrivalled in Latin America and the same can be said for the shopping. Shoppers can choose between traditional shops, modern shopping centres such as Iguatemi, Morumbi and Cidade Jardim, or exclusive boutiques, the most famous of which are 11