Historical Town Of Embu Das Artes – Art Galleries, Artisan Shops, Handicraft...
Description
Get away from Sao Paulo’s bustle visiting the charming colonial town of “Embu das Artes” 40 minutes away from the main hotel area. Explore the art galleries, artisan shops, handicraft stalls and gastronomic delights in the company of a private tour guide. The Embu is known for its weekly arts and crafts fairs. The fair and shops offer a broad range of paintings, home decorative objects, wood carvings, ceramics, religious goods, furniture, folk arts, art galleries, gems, old coins and bank notes, tchotchkes, puppies, board games, porcelains, sculptures, baskets, lace, jewelry, tools, etc... The selection is outstanding and very reasonably priced. Lined up in the main square and radiating streets lots of cozy cafés and a myriad of eateries where you can dine on lunch and sample delicious Brazilian typical dishes and desserts. Take the chance to visit this lovely town and get to know about the luster that make it reference when it comes to artistic expression of all kinds.
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Embu is a small town that has become a tourist attraction for all art lovers. Embu das Artes is sure to impress by being a charming refuge for great Brazilian artists. When we reach the elegant town, we'll embark on a walking tour around its old town and the most emblematic places, such as the Art and Handicraft Fair, one of the city's main attractions, which creates a real hub of activity every weekend. You're sure to love it! Have free time to explore the town at your pace, gaining a sense of the cultural spirit embodied by Embu das Artes. You won't be able to resist the temptation to visit the art and craft shops spread along the lively streets. Plus, you'll be able to visit a local restaurant and enjoy typical cuisine accompanied by live music. Afterwards, you'll be able to visit the Sacred Art Museum, located in a 16th-century building built by Jesuits and indigenous people from the region.
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PICK-UP INFORMATION: • Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best pick-up point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of São Paulo limits or its greater area. • We DO NOT do pick-ups in the countryside or coastal area of the state of São Paulo. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - DROP-OFF INSTRUCTIONS: • Wherever place you specify at the time of the booking. As it’s a private tour, you choose the best drop-off point that suits your needs as long as it's within the city of São Paulo limits or its greater area. • We DO NOT do drop-offs in the countryside or coastal area of the state of São Paulo. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - AIRPORTS ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS: • Once you have arrived at the airport there will be a member of our staff waiting for you at the arrivals area holding a clear sign with your name on it, they will then escort you to your waiting private transfer vehicle. "For tours starting at the airport, please send us the flight information so that we can track it and be waiting for you at the right time and terminal." - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - HOTEL PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS: • As soon as the driver or tour guide arrives at your hotel, they get the front desk to call you in the room in case you are not at the lobby.
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(20)
This is a wonderful place to spend a half day at!! There’s lots of arts and crafts in both stores as well as temporary booths. It’s less than an hour from the city center, so the location is super convenient. I hired a guide, Nelio, who was fabulous!
Thank you for your wonderful review! 🎨✨ We’re so happy you enjoyed your visit to Embu das Artes and had the chance to explore its vibrant arts, crafts, and unique local atmosphere. It’s truly a special destination just a short drive from São Paulo. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with Nelio—he’ll be delighted to know he helped make your experience even more memorable. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to see you again on your next trip to Brazil! 🇧🇷😊
Tour was wonderful and Regiani was very knowledgeable of the history of the region and village. We had an outstanding lunch, toured a couple historic buildings and shopped the weekend craft fair. Price were very good as was the quality of merchandise especially leather products.
We went on a Sunday and toured the old church and wandered the markets and had lunch in town. It was a lot of fun and great way to get some culture while in the big city!
Thank you for your review! 😊 We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed your Sunday tour exploring the old church, markets, and restaurants in São Paulo. It’s great to know you had fun and were able to experience some local culture while visiting the city. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again for more amazing tours! 🌟
We had a wonderful time with Monica! She picked us up and took us to a fun town on the outskirts of the city. We were able to shop the market and tour a beautiful church and eat too much delicious food! She even bought us coffee and treats! She was knowledgeable of the area and spoke 5 languages. It was truly a pleasure and a great way to start our trip. I highly recommend this tour!
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! 😊 We're so happy to hear that Monica made your trip to Embu das Artes so enjoyable. 🛍️🍴 Her knowledge and kindness truly make a difference, and it's great that you had such a memorable time. We hope to welcome you back for more amazing tours!
This was such an easy tour. Very responsive to WhatsApp messages. We arranged a private tour with an excellent guide. Denis spoke perfect English. Was really interesting. We really felt we were in good hands
Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 We’re delighted to hear that you found the tour so seamless and enjoyable. Denis is truly an excellent guide, and we’re glad his perfect English and engaging insights made your experience special. 🌟 It’s wonderful to know you felt well taken care of throughout the process. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back for another great adventure in the future! 🏙️✨
Let me whisk you away to Embu Das Artes, a town that’s no ordinary tourist attraction. Founded by the Jesuits with the help of the local native people, this place holds a fascinating historical significance. It’s like stepping into a living canvas that tells the tale of Brazil’s cultural tapestry. Embu das Artes is one of my favorite destinations in Sao Paulo for a weeked get away. The charming colonial center is full of charming galleries, resturants and stores full of unique visual and items that can't be found anywhere else in the city. The weekend market is a real treasure with artisians selling everything from cakes to handmade leather goods and local wine and food products. Its a great place to slow down and let your give all of your senses a real treat.
🎨🌟 Thank you so much for your fantastic review! 😊 We're thrilled to hear that Embu das Artes has captured your heart as one of your favorite weekend getaways in São Paulo. We're glad you had such a delightful experience exploring the charming colonial center. We can't wait to welcome you back for another enriching adventure! ✨🌿
Today was great with Regiani. The small quaint town of Embu Das Artez was the highlight of my stay and Regiani made it special. Thanks for a great tour and fantastic guide.
Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your tour of Embu Das Artes with Regiani. It's our pleasure to make your experience memorable. Safe travels and hope to see you again! 🌍🎨🙏
Watching vendors at work on pieces they will have for sale soon. Taking in amazing variety of items for sale.
Very nice place to take family or friends. Go early because places close early!! There is a bit of everything here for food, drink, and gifts.
Thank you for your review and it has been a pleasure assisting you in your tour in Embu das Artes! We wish you some fantastic trips in the near future and will be happy to have you back in São Paulo at anytime! 😌 Kind regards
We had a really good time! Laura was very friendly and explained everything, plus her patience and affection! Highly recommended to do this walk
Agradecemos enormemente el tiempo que se tomó para escribir esta excelente reseña y estamos muy contentos de haber podido cumplir con sus expectativas de viaje durante el recorrido con la guía Laura. 😁 Gracias por confiar en nuestra experiencia y manténgase sano y salvo en estos tiempos difíciles.🥰
