LOCATION

GETTING TO SÃO PAULO

Arriving by plane

Guarulhos Airport (Cumbica)

Car

If you arrive at Guarulhos International Airport, the easiest way to get to your accommodation is by taking a ride-share app or a taxi. Since this airport is quite far from downtown São Paulo and the USP area, the trip can be quite expensive.

Bus

There are bus services departing from Guarulhos International Airport that go to Avenida Paulista and other central areas of São Paulo. These buses are known as Airport Bus Service. They offer air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and luggage space. The boarding points are at Terminals 2 and 3 of Guarulhos Airport, and the fare is around R$ 43.90 (check the official website for current prices).

Subway

Another option is to take a ride-share app to the nearest subway station (Tucuruvi, Line 1 - Blue). There is also the CPTM Airport Express train (Line 13 - Jade) near the airport, but the trains run less frequently, departing every hour between 5:00 AM and midnight. You can take the free GRU Airport shuttle bus outside the airport terminals and get off at the Aeroporto-Guarulhos station (CPTM Line 13 - Jade). From Aeroporto-Guarulhos station, take the Expresso Aeroporto train, which connects to subway lines 1 - Blue (at Luz station) and 3 - Red (at Palmeiras-Barra Funda station). Fare: R$ 5.00 (ticket only; credit/debit cards are not accepted). More information can be found here.

Congonhas Airport

If you arrive at Congonhas, you will be approximately 40 minutes from USP by car. Although it is within the city of São Paulo, Congonhas does not have a nearby subway station, so the easiest way to reach your accommodation is by car. The nearest subway station is São Judas (Line 1 - Blue). You can take a ride-share app or taxi to get there. Bus line 675I (Terminal João Dias/ Metrô São Judas) passes by the airport and can take you to the station.

Arriving by bus

São Paulo has three bus terminals: Barra Funda, Jabaquara, and Tietê. Most buses arrive at Tietê, which is directly connected to subway line 1 - Blue via Portuguesa-Tietê station. The other two terminals are also connected to subway lines. Depending on the day and time of your arrival, you may hit rush hour with crowded subway trains and buses (Monday to Friday, from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM), which can make things a bit difficult, especially if you have luggage. Therefore, we advise taking a ride-share app or taxi from the airports/bus terminals to your accommodation. If you’re traveling with others, sharing a ride-share app/taxi is a good option.

Arriving by car

Several highways lead to São Paulo. Regardless of the time, be prepared to get some traffic when entering the city. Important: the vehicle rotation system is in effect from Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Here, you can check which day your car's license plate is restricted and which areas of the city are affected.

FINDING YOUR WAY TO THE USP CAMPUS

Arriving at USP

The nearest subway station to USP is the Butantã station on Line 4 - Yellow. Upon arriving at Butantã station, head towards the exit and, after passing through the turnstiles, take the second exit on the left. This exit will lead directly to the bus terminal, which is connected to the station. The path is quick and easy, taking only a few minutes, and there are signs throughout the station indicating the way to the terminal. Once at the terminal, you can take lines 8082-10 (Cid. Universitária - Metrô Butantã) or 8083-10 (Cid. Universitária - Metrô Butantã). Both go to the Faculdade de Medicina Veterinária e Zootecnia (FMVZ), the location of the event. Here you can find more information about the USP bus lines and routes.

Getting around inside the University City

USP Guide App

To get around the campus, we recommend the USP Guide app (available on: Play Store, App Store), which shows the location of different departments, gates, banks, restaurants, bus stops, and the locations of the bus lines inside the University City. The app displays the route of these buses, as well as their real-time location.

Pedestrian Gates

Keep in mind that, depending on where you plan to stay, it might be useful to use one of the pedestrian gates around the campus. There are 7 gates that can be viewed through the USP Guide app, but the two most commonly used are Vila Indiana Gate (access via Av. Prof. Lineu Prestes) and Mercadinho Gate (access via R. Francisco dos Santos). The event venue is located near USP Gate 3 (Av. Corifeu de Azevedo Marques).

University City map

Location of Institutes, restaurants, and gates at the University City of USP. FMVZ/Anfiteatro Altino Antunes: location of the event. For more information, access the USP Guide app. Adapted from: http://allchemy.iq.usp.br/USP-mapa_esquematico.jpg

GETTING AROUND

Subway (Metrô) and train (CPTM)

The most practical and fastest way to travel long distances in São Paulo is by subway (Metrô) and train (CPTM). The subway and train network consists of many lines covering different parts of the city, with subway line 4 - Yellow (Butantã station) being the closest one to USP. You can access the São Paulo subway and train map here.

Fare: R$ 5.00
Ticket purchase:

Self-service machines that accept credit/debit cards inside the stations.
TOP App (Digital Ticket QR Code) for mobile purchases.
Physical ticket counters, payment with cash.

More information here.

Bus

The bus system is extensive and covers nearly all areas of the city.

Fare: R$ 4.40
Payment: Bilhete Único (transportation card) or cash.
Tip: The Google Maps app can help you find all possible bus routes and lines, including schedules, to reach your desired destination. Just enter the address or name of the place, for example: Faculdade de Medicina Veterinária e Zootecnia - USP.

Car

Driving is certainly more comfortable if you’re close to your destination or don’t mind possibly encountering traffic (São Paulo can be quite unpredictable in this regard). If you have your own car or a rental car, don’t forget about the vehicle rotation system – Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. You can check which day your car's license plate is restricted and which areas of the city are affected here.

ACCOMODATION

Hotels

Transamérica Fit Villa Lobos

Location:

Transamerica Fit Villa Lobos is located in a privileged area of the city of São Paulo, just a 5-minute walk from Parque Villa-Lobos, one of the city's main parks, and about 1 km from the University of São Paulo (USP) .

The hotel is located just 1 km from Marginal Pinheiros, one of the city's main access roads. Furthermore, it is approximately 17 km from Congonhas airport and 40 km from Guarulhos airport.

Address: Av. Jaguaré, 1664 - Jaguaré, São Paulo - SP, 05346-000 (click here to open the map)

+55 11 4395-7010

SEGED XII participants are entitled to a 15% discount - click here to make your reservation and use the promocode SEGED24

Golden Tower Pinheiros Hotel

Location:

The Golden Tower Pinheiros Hotel is located in the Pinheiros neighborhood, one of the most traditional neighborhoods in São Paulo, next to Vila Madalena, famous for its street art (Beco do Batman), bars, restaurants and shops.

Close to important shopping malls in the city: Eldorado, Iguatemi and Villa Lobos, in addition to the proximity to Villa Lobos Parks, Parque do Povo and Praça Pôr do Sol.

The hotel has easy access to the Yellow metro line, between Fradique Coutinho and Faria Lima stations.

Address: R. Dep. Lacerda Franco, 148 - Pinheiros, São Paulo - SP, 05418-000 (click here to open the map)

+55 (11) 3094-2200

SEGED XII participants are entitled to a 5% discount - click here to make your reservation and use the promocode SEGED24

Student accommodation assistance

Undergraduate and postgraduate students who are interested in requesting help with their accommodation should send an email directly to Maryanna Simão, responsible for the accommodation committee, via email: mcsimao@usp.br. The committee will contact each interested party directly. Our goal is to help students find more affordable housing and accommodation options (ranging from 60 - 100 reais per day). Therefore, the sooner interested parties contact us, the greater the chances of us being able to assist with their requests.

FOOD

University restaurants (bandejão)

Participants have the option to have lunch at the University restaurants, with a fee of R$10.00 for external students or R$15.00 for other participants (per meal). Participants interested in having lunch at the university restaurants need to contact the event's organizing committee (segedxii@ib.usp.br) to acquire the tickets until August 29th. Thanks to the support of IB-USP, undergraduate students from outside USP will be provided with tickets for the university restaurant and the internal transportation fee to reach the restaurants. The university restaurant located at the Chemistry Department (Química) is the closest one to the event venue, about a 40-minute walk. The 8083-10 bus line provides access to the Chemistry Department (Química) restaurant and the 8082-10 bus line provides access to the Physics Department (Física) restaurant. The bus ride takes about 10 to 15 minutes. Here you can find more information about the USP bus lines and routes.

Nearby restaurants

There are several restaurant options at Corifeu de Azevedo Marques Avenue, which provides access to USP’s Gate 3 (near the event location):

Léo Restaurante: Av. Corifeu de Azevedo Marques, 2911 (Lunch. meals: R$23,50)
Padaria e Restaurante Cidade dos Pães: Av. Corifeu de Azevedo Marques, 3283 (Lunch and dinner, meals: R$27,00 - R$46,00)
Restaurante Nova Butantã: Av. Corifeu de Azevedo Marques, 3319 (Lunch, meals: R$20,00 - R$40,00)
Bakana Bar e Restaurante: Av. Corifeu de Azevedo Marques, 3481 (Lunch and dinner, meals: R$24,00 - R$42,00)
Acarajé da Lena: Av. Corifeu de Azevedo Marques, 3480 (Lunch and dinner, meals: R$24.00 - R$42.00)
Kadô Sushi Bar: Av. Corifeu de Azevedo Marques, 3480 (Lunch and dinner, menu)

Snack bars and food trucks

It is also possible to find snack bars and food trucks around the University City. Very close to the event venue you can find Cantinho da Mallu (Lunch). The meals range between R$25.00 and R$35.00.

Map 1 - Route from the event venue to the university restaurant located in the Chemistry Department.

Map 2 - Location of snack bars and food trucks near the event venue.

ABOUT SÃO PAULO

Leisure in São Paulo

São Paulo is a vibrant city and offers a multitude of leisure options for all tastes. Below, we highlight a few of them.

Famous Places

Ibirapuera Park: One of the city's best-known parks, ideal for outdoor walks, hikes and picnics.
Avenida Paulista: The financial heart of São Paulo, full of stores, cafés and cultural centers.
Mercado Municipal (Mercadão): An iconic market where you can try exotic fruits and the famous mortadella sandwiches.
Liberdade: A neighborhood dedicated to oriental culture, with markets, restaurants and festivals celebrating Japanese heritage.
Beco do Batman: A street full of urban art, perfect for lovers of graffiti and photography.

Museums and Cultural Centers

Ipiranga Museum: Important historical landmark, located in Independence Park.
Moreira Salles Institute (IMS): Offers exhibitions of photography and other visual arts, such as cinema.
Pinacoteca: One of the most important art museums in Brazil, with a vast collection of Brazilian art.
Museu Catavento (Catavento Museum): An interactive science museum that is a great choice for curious children and adults.
Museu de Arte de São Paulo (MASP): Known for its iconic architecture and impressive collection of international art.

Nightlife

For those wishing to explore São Paulo's nightlife, there are several lively options:

Vila Madalena: Famous for its bars and pubs, it's a great place for those who want to enjoy a lively night out. The area is close to the Green metro line.
Rua dos Pinheiros: A great choice with a variety of restaurants and bars. Located close to the Yellow metro line.

Safety in São Paulo

Although São Paulo offers many incredible experiences, it is essential to be aware of safety. Here are some tips to make sure you have a good time with peace of mind:

Be Careful When Walking: Avoid carrying bags or backpacks on your back and use your cell phone with discretion, especially in busy areas.
Avoid Deserted Areas at Night: Prefer well-lit places with movement. If possible, avoid walking alone in dark, quiet streets.
Campus USP App: The University Prevention and Protection Superintendence (SPPU) informs that there is an app related to campus security, with uninterrupted 24-hour service provided by the University Guard.

Search for the Campus USP app in your smartphone's app store.

Extra Tip

Take an Umbrella: Even if the weather forecast indicates sunshine, it is common for it to rain in the late afternoon in São Paulo. Having an umbrella handy can save the day!

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