Embark on a 6-hour exploration of religious diversity, esotericism, and Brazilian culture in Sao Paulo. Discover the rich multicultural composition and religious syncretic background through visits to Afro-Brazilian temples, Catholic churches, a Buddhist temple, and more.
Embark on a 6-hour exploration of religious diversity, esotericism, and Brazilian culture in Sao Paulo. Discover the rich multicultural composition and religious syncretic background through visits to Afro-Brazilian temples, Catholic churches, a Buddhist temple, and more.
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Templo De Umbanda Caboclo Tupinambá e Sultão das Matas - Visit an Umbanda house that is an original religion in Brazil that mixes elements of candomblé, Kardecist spiritism and Catholicism.
Learn about the umbanda traditions, ceremonies and services that are held.
In addition, learn about the rites and rituals that aim to evoke the orixás and…
- Templo De Umbanda Caboclo Tupinambá e Sultão das Matas - Visit an Umbanda house that is an original religion in Brazil that mixes elements of candomblé, Kardecist spiritism and Catholicism.
Learn about the umbanda traditions, ceremonies and services that are held.
In addition, learn about the rites and rituals that aim to evoke the orixás and spiritual entities in order to purify the energies of the participants.
- Casa De Velas Santa Rita - Visit the “Casa de Velas Santa Rita” which is one of the largest stores selling religious products in São Paulo. The range of products of various religions is huge, being the largest religious statues factory in the country, with more than 2,600 items produced in plaster and resin.
- Igreja Santa Cruz das Almas dos Enforcados - Stroll the streets of Liberdade neighborhood observing the decorations in the streets, restaurants and shops, and be transported immediately to the Asia. It is one of the most colorful neighborhoods in São Paulo, hosting typical Japanese and Chinese parties.
Visit the “Santa Cruz das Almas dos Enforcados Church” and learn about its origins and the name “Liberdade” which refers to miraculous events of pure faith that generated much devotion in that place.
- Lohan Temple - Visit the Lohan Temple which is geared towards Chan Buddhism and Shaolin Kung Fu, which is a school of Buddhism that was created over 1500 years ago by monks who lived in the Shaolin Temple in China.
Located in a building listed by the cultural heritage, the temple has Kung Fu practices, meditations, Buddhist rituals, traditional arts are practiced, among other activities. Chinese garden is the best part of the visit, it contains the Goddess of Mercy Quang Yin and a traditional Buddhist pagoda.
- Rua Conde de Sarzedas - One of the coolest things about São Paulo is the themed streets. We visited a street dedicated to religious articles of any religion and denomination. There are hundreds of stores selling bibles, choir gowns, gospel books, gospel CDs, T-shirts with Christian motifs, orixás, stones, bracelets, candles, smokers, incense, herbs, tools and much more.
- Catedral da Se de Sao Paulo - Sé Cathedral is inspired by medieval European churches. The imposing construction marks the center of São Paulo, a very busy area.
The exterior is marked by two 92-meter towers and a large dome. The large interior, with a capacity for 8,000 people, is surrounded by stained glass, mosaics and sacred works of art, as well as a large organ with five keyboards and 12,000 tubes, considered the largest in South America. In the crypt bishops and archbishops are buried, in addition to Cacique Tibiriçá, first citizen of São Paulo, and Father Feijó, regent of the Brazilian empire.
- Rua Texas - Stop by at an esoteric or mystic shop to get either palm reading, a tarot cards drawn, a Spiritual Work or the so-called “Loving Bonding.
Find local spiritual items such as incense, carved candles, oils, carved saints and Orishas, crystal jewelry, chakra gifts, herbs and resins that are blended on demand for customer’s needs, and much more

- All taxes and fees included (VAT, tolls, parking, handling).
- Meet & Greet service at the airport.
- Travel in fully-equipped vehicles.
- Included entrance fees to attractions.
- Dedicated private driver for larger groups.
- Expert bilingual tour guide.
- Pick-up and drop-off at any address, including hotels and airports.
- All taxes and fees included (VAT, tolls, parking, handling).
- Meet & Greet service at the airport.
- Travel in fully-equipped vehicles.
- Included entrance fees to attractions.
- Dedicated private driver for larger groups.
- Expert bilingual tour guide.
- Pick-up and drop-off at any address, including hotels and airports.
- Meals and drinks.
- Tips. (optional).
- Meals and drinks.
- Tips. (optional).
Are you passionate about religious syncretism, cultural diversity, and esotericism? Embark on a tour of São Paulo to explore Brazil’s rich multicultural tapestry and religiously syncretic heritage, brimming with wonderful popular celebrations and social customs.
Brazil showcases its most profound expressions of religious syncretism, a result of its…
Are you passionate about religious syncretism, cultural diversity, and esotericism? Embark on a tour of São Paulo to explore Brazil’s rich multicultural tapestry and religiously syncretic heritage, brimming with wonderful popular celebrations and social customs.
Brazil showcases its most profound expressions of religious syncretism, a result of its colonization history. This intricate historical journey is marked by cultural and ethnic blends that transcend documented history, yet form an integral part of Brazil’s legacy.
Explore an Afro-Brazilian religious temple and an Umbanda house to learn about this belief system’s Brazilian origins. Visit Catholic churches, a Buddhist temple, and more.
Stroll through a street lined with shops selling religious items, where you can find everything from bibles to gospel music records and t-shirts.
Stop by an esoteric shop for a hand or tarot reading. Discover spiritual items such as incense, crystal stones, herbs, oils, and candles.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.