9 tourist destinations to visit in the hinterland of Sao Paulo

These destinations are approximately 127 km from the capital. […]

In the absence of one, you can visit nine cities in the hinterland of Sao Paulo.

About 127 km from the capital, the “Circuito das Águas Paulista” is a tourist route that covers nine municipalities in the Serra da Mantiqueira.

Whether for longer trips or simply a weekend, this itinerary has attractions for all traveler profiles, from the contemplative to the more sporty.

Easily accessible from the capital Campinas and also from the south of Minas, the circuit is made up of Águas de Lindoia, Lindoia, Amparo, Socorro, Holambra, Jaguariúna, Monte Alegre do Sul, Pedreira and Serra Negra.

It’s one of those experiences that represents the face of the new tourism trend: close to home, with outdoor options and activities for all audiences.

Jaguariúna

(120 km from the SP)

Its historical railway heritage stands out with the Maria Fumaça tourist train which makes a round trip between the city and the Tanquinho station, in Campinas.

Those interested in the topic can also visit the Railway Museum, in the old Mogiana Station, where the Jaguariúna Cultural Center now operates.

For the more adventurous, Naga Cable Park offers activities such as wakeboarding (board pulled by a speedboat), water skiing and the largest floating water park in Brazil.

Monte Alegre do Sul

(129 km from the SP)

The municipal spas with waters with therapeutic properties coming from springs scattered throughout the city are the jewel in the crown of tourism.

Considered one of the most welcoming of the “Circuito das Águas Paulista”, it is also known for its rural and religious activities, such as the Santuário do Senhor Bom Jesus, with neoclassical architecture inspired by the church of the Gesú, in Rome, Italy.

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(130 km from the SP)

The historic capital of the Circuito das Águas Paulista, also known for the production of artisanal cheeses and cachaça, is home to a vast architectural complex of palaces and farms dating back to the coffee era.

The city is also home to the Astronomical Center, an attraction with an observatory and planetarium in a rural area that allows viewing of the region’s starry skies.

Holambra

(132 km from the SP)

This Dutch-influenced city accounts for around 50% of the flower market in Brazil.

One of the highlights is the Van Gogh Park, on the shores of Lago do Holandês and equipped with attractions for the whole family, such as spaces for walks, bicycle rental and pedal boat rides on the lake.

Moinho Povos Unidos houses a 10-storey mill, six of which are open to visitors with themed spaces that tell the story of this famous Dutch construction.

quarry

(138 km from the SP)

Tourism in the “Porcelain Capital” revolves around trade with more than 300 shops selling crockery, glasses and… porcelain.

The tradition dates back to the early 20th century, when immigrant families affected by the coffee crisis sought other sources of income and started porcelain production.

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(140 km from the SP)

In this adventure tourism hub, tourism takes place on the banks of the Rio do Peixe, in well-structured parks that offer activities such as rafting, kayaking, zip lines and tree climbing.

For the more contemplative, Pedra Bela Vista is a popular space at 1,250 meters above sea level, where it is possible to admire the Socorro sunset, from a panoramic point with gastronomic experiences such as the Pan de Paloa bread dough shaped on a wooden stick and cooked over a fire by the visitors themselves.

Serra Negra

(152 km from the SP)

Known for the cable car that runs 1,400 meters to Pico do Fonseca, where Christ the Redeemer is located, the town also has mineral water sources, rural routes and the cultivation of organic produce.

Other attractions in the city include the Serra Negra Bioparco, a habitat for endangered endemic species of the Atlantic Forest, the Belvedere Alto da Serra, with panoramic views of the region’s cities and the recent replica of the Trevi Fountain.

Linda

(157 km from the SP)

Seven kilometers from Águas de Lindoia, the National Capital of Mineral Waters also has ecotourism attractions, such as the Grande Lago Tourist Complex, with 260 thousand m² of water that can be used for fishing and water sports.

Another tip is the Mirante do Cristo, from where visitors have a panoramic view of the city and the Serra da Mantiqueira.

Lindoia waters

(160 km from the SP)

The Brazilian spa capital is famous for the medicinal properties of its waters and for rural activities such as jeep and quad tours.

One of the jewels in the crown are the therapeutic baths of the Municipal Baths, equipped with mineral water pools, whose world-wide fame was also confirmed by Marie Curie, who visited the city in the 1920s.

Another attraction in the city is Thermas Hot World, a water park with hot water pools, water slides, waterfalls and children’s games.

Source: Terra

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