Holambra

Holambra stands out as a unique cultural enclave in Brazil, founded in 1948 by Dutch Catholic immigrants. The city is officially recognized as the national capital of flowers, responsible for the largest share of ornamental plant production in Latin America. Visitors come to see the bustling flower fields and the authentic Moinho Povos Unidos, a 31-meter-tall traditional Dutch windmill. The city center is characterized by Dutch-style facades, bicycle paths, and bakeries selling stroopwafels and poffertjes. Every September, Holambra hosts Expoflora, the largest flower exhibition in the Americas, which includes parades, traditional dances, and a massive petal drop. Situated 130 kilometers from São Paulo, the drive takes about two hours via the Bandeirantes highway. While September is the peak month due to Expoflora and the start of spring, visiting during the winter months (June to August) gives a quieter experience to explore the farms and museums.

Nearby cities

São Paulo

The largest city in South America and the economic hub of Brazil, known for its architecture and gastronomy.

Guarulhos

A major industrial city in the Greater São Paulo area, home to Brazil's largest international airport.

Campinas

A leading research and technology center in the interior of the state of São Paulo.

São Bernardo do Campo

A highly industrialized city in the São Paulo metropolitan area, historically considered the cradle of the Brazilian automotive industry.

São José dos Campos

The technological heart of Brazil, particularly known for its aerospace industry.

Osasco

An economically booming city next to São Paulo that has evolved from an industrial center into a hub for services.

Ribeirão Preto

A prosperous center for agriculture and commerce in the interior of the state of São Paulo, which grew rich historically through coffee.

Sorocaba

A historic industrial city in the interior of the state of São Paulo, valued for its high quality of life and modernity.

Santo André

An important industrial city in the Greater São Paulo area, part of the economically strong ABC region.

São José do Rio Preto

An important educational, health, and economic center in the northwest of the state of São Paulo.

Mauá

An important industrial center in the metropolitan region of São Paulo, known for petrochemicals.

Mogi das Cruzes

A traditional city in the metropolitan region of São Paulo, known for agriculture and universities.

Guaruja

Guarujá is a popular coastal resort city close to São Paulo, known as the Pearl of the Atlantic.

Sao Sebastiao

São Sebastião is a coastal municipality featuring some of the most famous beaches in the state, including Maresias.

Bertioga

Bertioga is a coastal city in São Paulo state offering 33 kilometers of beaches and a large portion of preserved Atlantic Forest.

History & landmarks

Luz Station

A magnificent historic railway station assembled from prefabricated parts made in the UK.

Edifício Copan

A massive sweeping residential building in downtown São Paulo, designed by Oscar Niemeyer.

São Paulo Museum of Art

The São Paulo Museum of Art, or MASP, is one of the most important art museums in Latin America.

Municipal Market of São Paulo

A famous historic market building known for giant mortadella sandwiches and beautiful stained glass windows.

Monument to the Bandeiras

A giant granite sculpture in Ibirapuera Park, commemorating the expeditions into the interior of Brazil.

Octávio Frias de Oliveira Bridge

The Octávio Frias de Oliveira Bridge, commonly known as Ponte Estaiada, is a unique cable-stayed bridge in São Paulo and a modern symbol …

Obelisk of São Paulo

An impressive monument commemorating the 1932 Constitutionalist Revolution in São Paulo.

More places

Eco-Farm Fazenda da Toca

One of the largest producers of organic eggs and organic citrus fruits in Brazil, focusing on permaculture.

ZooParque Itatiba

The largest private zoo in Brazil, with a strong focus on large mammals and species conservation.

Sugarcane Fazenda Santa Helena

A modern agricultural facility specialized in the massive cultivation of sugarcane for bioethanol production.

Horto Florestal Forest Park

A large urban park in northern São Paulo, offering families recreational areas in nature.

Historic Fazenda Ipanema

A historic agricultural estate in São Paulo state, famous for 19th-century coffee cultivation.

Aquarium of São Paulo

One of the largest aquariums in South America, housing polar bears and kangaroos in addition to fish.

São Paulo Zoo

One of the largest and oldest zoos in Brazil, located amidst a preserved area of the Atlantic Forest.