Cultural and Religious Tour - Aparecida Catholic Temple Tour from São Paulo
Aparecida, located 180 km from São Paulo in the Paraíba Valley, the city is considered the largest center of Religious Tourism in Brazil, which in October (month of the Patron Saint of Brazil, Our Lady Aparecida) receives pilgrimages from different countries. In this tour we will learn some much more about its history, the miracles of Aparecida, curiosities and visit the Older Church in honor to Aparecida and the largest Marian Temple in the World.
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Pass By: Aparecida, State of São Paulo, 12570-000, Brazil
Arriving in Aparecida city we gonna start a City Tour through the main tourist points of the city: Porto Itaguaçu, Historic Center, Older Church of Aparecida, The Faith walkway and National Temple of Aparecida.
Stop At: Porto Itaguacu, Avenida Itaguacu, Aparecida, State of Sao Paulo Brazil
Our first stop will be at the Porto Itaguaçu for photos and to learn about the history of the place and most importantly, the meeting of the Statue of Aparecida and visit to the place where was her first miracle. We continue with the tour to the Chapel of São Geraldo Magela, Holy protector of pregnant women and newborn children.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Basilica de Nossa Senhora Aparecida, Avenida Dr. Julio Prestes Ponte Alta, Aparecida, State of Sao Paulo 12570-000 Brazil
We continue the tour to the upper city, historical center, where we'll visit the Old Church of Aparecida to learn about its history, architecture and the history of other miracles of Aparecida that occurred in this church. After the visit, we will have free time for shopping of some souvenirs and religious stuffs on historical center.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: National Sanctuary of Our Lady of Aparecida, Avenida Doutor Julio Prestes s/n, Aparecida, State of Sao Paulo 12570-000 Brazil
Arriving at the Temple we will have a magical moment, with a visit to the Original Statue of Aparecida and then the tour guide will present all the architecture of the church and its fascinating mosaics located in the central dome giving the tourist an incredible view of all the liturgical symbolism of the place. After the tour through the Temple, we will continue to the Mass at 12:00, with 1 hour of duration (optional).
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Aparecida, State of São Paulo, 12570-000, Brazil
After the Mass, we will stop for lunch and free time to enjoy other attractions of the place, such as the Vows Room, the Museum Tower, the Wax Museum, cable car ride or visit to the Nativity Scene located on the Mount of Olives. We ended the tour in the late afternoon with a return to São Paulo.
Duration: 2 hours
Informacion Adicional
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Infant seats available"
"Surfaces are wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Start Time:
07:30 AM
Duration: 10 Hours
Start location: Av. Paulista, 2355 - Consolação, São Paulo - SP, 01311-300, Brazil
Traveler pickup is offered
Travelers staying more than 6 km far from Sé Square, outside from pick-up area, have to meeting the group at the starting point.
Starting Point:
Hotel Ibis Paulista - Address: Avenida Paulista, 2355 (wait for the tour guide in front of hotel).
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.