Insights
#1 Jardins
An upscale neighborhood with luxury shopping, fine dining, and close proximity to cultural attractions like the MASP museum.
#2 Itaim Bibi
A luxury district with upscale dining, shopping, and business centers, known for its safety and proximity to Parque do Povo.
#3 Liberdade
A unique district with the largest Japanese community outside of Japan, featuring Japanese cultural elements and a bustling weekend market.
#4 Vila Madalena
A bohemian neighborhood known for vibrant street art, trendy bars, and artistic vibes, popular among young professionals and artists.
#5 Moema
A family-friendly area with a grid system, offering numerous eateries and bars, and close to Parque Ibirapuera.
#6 Pinheiros
A lively neighborhood with excellent food, nightlife, and green spaces like Parque Villa-Lobos, popular with locals and expats.
#1 Paraisópolis
One of the largest favelas in São Paulo with high crime rates and low safety.
#2 Capão Redondo
Zona Sul area with high crime rates due to gang activity and drug trafficking.
#3 Heliópolis
Large favela with significant safety issues and a high level of poverty.
#4 Praça da Sé
Central area with historical significance but high crime rates, best avoided at night.
#5 Jardim Ângela
Poor infrastructure and high crime rates, making it unsafe for visitors.
#6 Campo Limpo
Busy area with high crime rates, particularly affecting pedestrians and drivers.
#7 Centro
Old city center with notable landmarks but high risk of pickpocketing and theft.
#8 Jardim Herculano
Zona Sul neighborhood with significant crime and drug trafficking activities.
#9 Luz
Known for cultural spots but has deteriorated safety, particularly unsafe after dark.
#10 Jabaquara
Near Congonhas Airport with high rates of drug trafficking and residential burglaries.
#11 Republica
Historic area with a busy nightlife that can be unsafe due to muggings and petty crime.
#12 Santa Cecilia
Emerging cultural scene but safety concerns, especially at night.