Things to Do in Lapa, Sao Paulo

Lapa developed in the 20th century as an industrial area and features a mix of nightlife and cultural spots. The area is accessible via the 7-Rubi and 8-Diamante train lines, with local attractions including the Pinheiros River and various markets.

  • Utopia BarGastropub
  • Padaria LaikaBakery
  • Mercado Municipal da LapaMarket

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Lapa in Sao Paulo

Top things to do in Lapa

  • Mercado Municipal da Lapa

    Mercado Municipal da Lapa

    4.4 · 39.8k
    Market

    Shoppers have 96 merchants to choose from at this traditional covered food market open since 1954.

    Mon–Wed
    8 AM – 6 PM
    Thu
    Closed
    Fri
    8 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 6 PM
    Sun
    Closed

Where to eat & drink in Lapa

  • Utopia Bar

    Utopia Bar

    5.0 · 1.2k
    Gastropub· R$20–100
    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Thu
    11:30 AM – 10 PM
    Fri
    11:30 AM – 12 AM
    Sat
    11:30 AM – 12 AM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Padaria Laika

    Padaria Laika

    4.5 · 6.2k
    Bakery· R$20–60

    Cozy bakery founded in 1959 offering bread, sandwiches & a buffet with salad, sushi & mixed grill

    Every day
    6 AM – 10 PM
  • Love For Sweet - Lapa

    Love For Sweet - Lapa

    4.7 · 1.2k
    Coffee Shop· R$20–40
  • Lanchonete Souza Lapa

    Lanchonete Souza Lapa

    4.6 · 1.9k
    Snack Bar· R$40–60
    Mon–Tue
    7 AM – 10 PM
    Wed–Fri
    7 AM – 12 AM
    Sat
    7 AM – 12 AM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Café da Roça Lapa

    Café da Roça Lapa

    4.8 · 176
    Cafeteria· R$20–40
  • 90 Graus Restaurante

    90 Graus Restaurante

    4.4 · 468
    Dessert Shop· R$20–40
    Mon–Fri
    11 AM – 11 PM
    Sat
    11 AM – 11 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 10 PM
  • Gaz Burning Bar

    Gaz Burning Bar

    4.7 · 1.3k
    Live Music· R$40–100
  • Cá entre nós Café

    Cá entre nós Café

    4.8 · 358
    Coffee Shop· R$40–60
  • Bar Valadares

    Bar Valadares

    4.3 · 2.5k
    Bar· R$40–120

    Appetizers, hot dishes & draft beer served in a traditional neighborhood joint with outdoor seating.

  • Pé na Lapa bar

    Pé na Lapa bar

    4.5 · 854
    Bar· R$60–140
  • Famiglia Lucco

    Famiglia Lucco

    4.6 · 1.7k
    Pizza· R$40–120

    A popular local spot that serves classic & gourmet pizzas for dinner, plus a lunch buffet.

  • Restaurante Katarina

    Restaurante Katarina

    4.5 · 607
    Buffet· R$20–40

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Map of Lapa with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Utopia Bar
  2. 2Padaria Laika
  3. 3Mercado Municipal da Lapa
  4. 4Love For Sweet - Lapa
  5. 5Lanchonete Souza Lapa
  6. 6Café da Roça Lapa
  7. 790 Graus Restaurante
  8. 8Gaz Burning Bar
  9. 9Cá entre nós Café
  10. 10Bar Valadares

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