Jardins District

São Paulo’s Jardins District, a combination of the neighborhoods Jardim Paulista, Jardim América, Jardim Europa, Jardim Paulistano, and parts of Cerqueira César, extends southwest of Avenida Paulista, the city’s main avenue of skyscrapers. True to its name, which translates to ‘gardens,’ the district is known for its lush green spaces, with many stucco villas and modern glass mansions surrounded by lawns and pools. Visitors can explore Rua Augusta, lined with luxury hotels and restaurants, and the intersection with Rua Oscar Freire, where flagship stores of designers like Dior, Cavalli, and Marc Jacobs are found. The area also hosts several important museums, including the São Paulo Museum of Image and Sound and the Brazilian Museum of Sculpture.