What to do
Bixiga is one of São Paulo’s most historic neighborhoods, where heritage and creative life blend effortlessly.
Between colorful façades and narrow streets, you’ll find art galleries, small theaters, and local cafés that pulse with the city’s energy. The Feira do Bixiga, an open-air antiques market held every Sunday, brings together design lovers, collectors, and curious souls searching for stories.
Just a short walk from Avenida Paulista, Bixiga offers easy access to São Paulo’s main cultural districts, yet it keeps its own rhythm: independent, expressive, and full of character.
Staying here means being close to everything, while feeling part of a neighborhood that still lives by human connection and creativity, a true place to experience São Paulo beyond the surface.
Here we list the closest points of interest. The most internal circle represents an area of 50 meters (0-3 minute walk). The bigger circle, colored in green, a radius of 300m (3-10 minute walk). The businesses located in the area, for better visualization, will be identified in the same colors.
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Teatro Ágora - is a space dedicated to theatrical development, offering acting and general theater courses, stage productions and performances, as well as hosting debates, gatherings, seminars, and publications. @agora.teatro
Ala! Jardim - Music, cocktails and Gastronomy in the garden.
Check the agenda on instagram
@Ala.jardim
Casa Odette - A network, above all, of artists, united by stories of awareness achieved through the expression and flow of emotions. All forms of expression are welcomed, from the spoken word and writing to visual art, music, and performance. It is a space for exchange, inspiration, connection, and learning, strengthening each journey and creative process.
@odette.casa
Bixiga Comedy Club - Home to major theaters, events, and iconic figures, the neighborhood of Bela Vista, affectionately known and recognized throughout Brazil and by visitors as Bixiga, opens the doors of its comedy house to welcome comedians from all over the country.
@bixigacomedy
Funilaria - one of the trendiest spots in São Paulo’s nightlife, bringing together music, art, and a uniquely underground atmosphere. Located in Bela Vista, the venue is known for its all-night parties that attract a diverse crowd in a creative and urban setting.
With a vibrant music lineup and an always lively dance floor, Funilaria has established itself as a go-to destination for those looking to experience São Paulo’s nightlife in an intense and authentic way.
@funilariabixiga
Nightlife and clubs
​Ludus Luderia - Boardgames, poker tournaments and snacks.
Mundo Pensante - Live musice with alternative and creative ambient. Art and movies expositions and workshops.
Los Perros - Snacks, wine and beers out in the famous Bixiga stone steps
Veio Cafuzo - Snacks, beers and samba rock live music.
Madamme underground club - Gothic and 80's themed bar.
Casa Mestre Ananias - Capoeira and events with local music.
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Restaurants
Cantina C…Que Sabe! – A historic Italian cantina (opened 1931) in Bixiga; classic pasta, family-run, old-world charm.
Amazônia Casa Brasileira – Brazilian regional cuisine (Pará/Amazon influences) in the heart of the neighbourhood.
Restaurante Al Janiah – Middle-Eastern/Arabic cuisine; a different flavour option near Rui Barbosa.
Padaria Italianinha – Bakery & snack place for breads, pastries, light meals and coffee.
Pizzaria Gabriela – Local pizzeria, neighbourhood feel, good for a pizza option.
Cantina Roperto – Traditional Italian cantina on Treze de Maio, southern-Italian style.
Restaurante Mexilhão – Seafood restaurant, old-school vibe, dedicated to fish & shellfish.
Cantina Lazzarella – Italian restaurant in the area, part of the traditional cantina scene.
Pizzaria e Cantina 13 de Maio – Cantina & pizzeria combining casual pizza + Italian food style on Treze de Maio.
Templo da Carne Marcos Bassi – High-end steakhouse by Marcos Bassi; for meat lovers in the same street zone.
Little Saigon - Vietnamese colunary.
Canhota Mercearia & bar - Small groceries and bar serving exclusively organic and small farmers's products.
Cannoleria do Bixiga - Small italian bristrô, with the famous canole and in-house made artisan pizza.
Vino e cinema - Adega Ristorante - Italian themed restaurant.
Moscatel Osteria - Italian dishes and wines. Serving also italian desserts.
Emporio Cantina Roperto - traditional italian restaurant with live music.
Mamma Julia - Italian themed menu with more modern design.
Mexilhão - Seafood restaurant, rustic marine themed.
Basilicata Empório Restaurante - One of the oldest bakeries in the city, a traditional place in the area that offers restaurant and italian products.
Lazzarella - Traditional cantinna especialized in italian dishes.
Sabelucha cafeteria - Café with options of brazilian sweets and desserts.
Cantina da Concheta - Italian restaurant participant of the pasta festival (announced by the noise of pans that are hit by wodden spoons).
Pizzaria e Cantina 13 de maio - Restaurant that offers italian dishes as well as pizza rodizio (pay a fixed price and eat as you can).
Delícias do Salam - arabic and middle eastern food.
Al Janiah - gastro bar with a menu of middle eastern and lebanese cuisine. Also offers concerts and night events with ethinic musica and palestinian dance. .
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Theatres
Ruth Escobar - famous architectural complex that presents theater and musicals since 1963.
Cine-Teatro Denoy de Oliveira - curated by the students association of the state, presents art movies and musicals.
Theatro Ribalta - Alternative theater that holds and opens space for small artists.
Teatro Sérgio Cardoso - contemporary theater.
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Cultural spaces:
Vila de Itororó - Colonial working class villa, protected by the city hall that offers free cultural presentations and collaborative markets.
Casa Sincopada - Space for artists with options of snacks and drinks.
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Notice: the above list was done in oct/2025. It is important to check with the places (on social media) for availability.
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We're listing here spaces that are up to 10 minutes walk but, being in the city center, we're also at walking distance from Avenida Paulista (around 600m) which offers a whole other set of places to visit. We're also 1 metro station away form Liberdade (the asian district) and from Sé Cathedral (the very center of the city). Feel free to reach us whenever you wish for more information on things to do.