8 days in Sao Paulo & Maceio Itinerary

Don't let the city's nickname--"Land of Drizzle"--dampen your spirits during a trip to Sao Paulo.

Sao Paulo is known for museums, shopping, and parks. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: walk around Parque Ibirapuera, explore the world behind art at Museu de Arte de Sao Paulo Assis Chateaubriand - MASP, examine the collection at Latin America Memorial, and take a stroll through Paulista Avenue.

To see traveler tips, maps, photos, and more tourist information, read our Sao Paulo travel itinerary planner.

Use the Route module to see travel options from your home to Sao Paulo. In December, daytime highs in Sao Paulo are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Wed) early enough to travel to Maceio.

Dazzling waters, long stretches of white sand beach, and the splendid colors of nearby mineral cliffs typify Maceio, the laid-back capital of Alagoas state.

Get out of town with these interesting Maceio side-trips: Praia de Sao Miguel dos Milagres (in Sao Miguel dos Milagres), Barra de Sao Miguel Beach (in Barra de Sao Miguel) and Lages Beach (in Porto de Pedras). There's much more to do: kick back and relax at Praia do Gunga, stroll through Praia de Ipioca, explore the activities along Piscinas Naturais Paripueira - Alagoas, and browse the eclectic array of goods at Feira de Artesanato da Pajucara.

For maps, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Maceio trip itinerary maker website.

Traveling by flight from Sao Paulo to Maceio takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In December in Maceio, expect temperatures between 35°C during the day and 25°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Sun) to allow time to travel back home.