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São Paulo

The biggest Pride on earth, a club scene that runs until the metro reopens, and two very different strips: Rua Frei Caneca by day, Largo do Arouche and Barra Funda by night.

Checked Sep 18, 2026Tier 2 · Accepted in the cities9 blocks

What’s inside

The sceneFrei Caneca, Largo do Arouche and Barra Funda: which strip for which night.
The big weekendsThe biggest Pride on earth, and where to stand on Avenida Paulista.
StayConsolação to walk it, Jardins to sleep, República to save.
Getting aroundGuarulhos to the center, the metro, Pix, and the ride home.
The rulesEqual marriage, and a São Paulo state law that names sexual orientation.
Getting inUS, Canadian and Australian passports need a visa before the flight.
SafetyPhone theft is the real risk. The hours, the streets, the rules.
Sexual healthBring what you take. Free PEP and free testing on the public system.
PackSneakers, sunscreen, a light layer and a bag that zips.

Read before you fly

Same-sex relationships
Legal, with no law against same-sex relationships

The UK FCDO says there is no legislation against same-sex sexual activity in Brazil, that the country is generally tolerant, and that society is more conservative outside the larger towns and cities.

Checked Sep 18, 2026 · Source: UK FCDO travel advice for Brazil

Travel advisory
FCDO: robbery and phone theft are common, and all favelas are off limits

The FCDO says thieves target mobile phones, particularly between 4pm and 9pm, that robberies on buses are prevalent, and to avoid all favelas including tours marketed to tourists.

Checked Sep 18, 2026 · Source: UK FCDO travel advice for Brazil

PEP within 72 hours
Free on the public health service, and it has to start within 72 hours

The health ministry says PEP must begin no later than 72 hours after exposure, the sooner the better, and that the SUS provides it free of charge.

Checked Sep 18, 2026 · Source: Ministério da Saúde, Departamento de HIV/Aids

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