# São Paulo food tour: Mercado Municipal and street food

> Food tour São Paulo guide: the Suppers tasting tour for €83 (5.0/5), an 8-bar crawl, a cooking class and the Mercado Municipal. Real prices and tips.

Updated: 2026-11-14 · https://toursbrasil.com/food-tour-sao-paulo/ · Tours Brasil

The best **food tour in São Paulo** comes down to three catalogue options: the [Suppers food tour with 12+ tastings](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/sao-paulo/?q=suppers#todas) (€83, 5.0/5 from 12 reviews), a [4-hour crawl through 8 bars and local food stops](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/sao-paulo/?q=bares#todas) (€64, 4.6/5) and a [cooking class with 9 recipes](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/sao-paulo/?q=cocina#todas) (€72, 4.7/5 from 18 reviews). The Mercado Municipal is easy to explore on your own. São Paulo has 65 activities in the catalogue, from €15 with a median of €94 per person.

Prices, ratings and review counts updated on November 9, 2026 from the GetYourGuide catalogue. Tours Brasil is a GetYourGuide affiliate: booking through our links costs you the same and we earn a small commission.

São Paulo is Brazil's food capital, shaped by Italian, Japanese, Lebanese and northeastern Brazilian communities. Only 3 catalogue tours are sold as food tours (from €64, median €83), but cooking classes, bar crawls and experiences with food included take the list to about ten real options. All data comes from the Tours Brasil list of [things to do in São Paulo](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/sao-paulo/).

## The 10 best food tours and food experiences in São Paulo

- **Suppers food tour with 12+ tastings** — €83, 5.0/5 from 12 reviews, 4 hours. The top-rated food tour in the city and the one with the most bites.
- **8-bar food crawl with local stops** — €64, 4.6/5 from 6 reviews, 4 hours. The cheapest tasting tour: botecos, bar snacks and ice-cold beer.
- **Cooking class with 9 recipes and unlimited drinks** — €72, 4.7/5 from 18 reviews, 3.5 to 4.5 hours.
- **Private downtown walking tour with optional food stops** — €36, 5.0/5 from 165 reviews. The best value pick: history plus food stops on request.
- **Private 5-hour city tour with fruit tasting** — €157, 4.8/5 from 21 reviews, Spanish-speaking guide available.
- **Bar crawl with open bar and club entry** — €32, 4.7/5 from 133 reviews, 4 hours. More party than gastronomy, but the most reviewed night out.
- **Afro nightlife tour** — €54, 5.0/5 from 8 reviews, 4 hours. Music, bars and Afro-Brazilian culture after dark.
- **Corinthians match with ticket, beer and guide** — €99, 4.6/5 from 26 reviews, 3 hours.
- **Premium bus tour with dinner and a vegetarian option** — €96, 4.4/5 from 11 reviews, 2 hours.
- **Private São Roque winery tour with breakfast and lunch** — €145, no reviews yet; the closest wine escape from the city.

Also bookable: the [Base Barbecue grill at the Pullman Guarulhos](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/sao-paulo/?q=barbecue#todas) (€26, 5.0/5 from 4 reviews), handy on an airport layover, and a [private night tour with a Brazilian barbecue dinner](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/sao-paulo/?q=cena#todas) (€379).

## Quick comparison: price, rating and duration

| Activity | From | Rating | Reviews | Duration | Spanish guide | Pickup | 
| Suppers food tour (12+ tastings) | €83 | 5/5 | 12 | 4 h | No | No | 
| 8-bar food crawl | €64 | 4.6/5 | 6 | 4 h | No | No | 
| Cooking class: 9 recipes | €72 | 4.7/5 | 18 | 3,5-4,5 h | No | No | 
| Private walk with food stops | €36 | 5/5 | 165 | — | No | No | 
| Private tour with fruit tasting | €157 | 4.8/5 | 21 | 5 h | Yes | No | 
| Bar crawl with open bar | €32 | 4.7/5 | 133 | 4 h | Yes | No | 
| Afro nightlife tour | €54 | 5/5 | 8 | 4 h | Yes | No | 
| Premium bus tour with dinner | €96 | 4.4/5 | 11 | 2 h | No | No | Catalogue data as of November 9, 2026

## Which food experience is right for you?

### Just one afternoon

Book the [Suppers tour](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/sao-paulo/?q=suppers#todas) (€83): over 12 tastings in 4 hours and the best rating. On a tighter budget, the [8-bar crawl](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/sao-paulo/?q=bares#todas) costs €64 for the same 4 hours.

### You want to cook

The [9-recipe cooking class](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/sao-paulo/?q=cocina#todas) (€72, 4.7/5) is the only one in the city catalogue. Visit the Mercado Municipal the same morning to see the ingredients first.

### Travelling with friends

Pair the [Afro nightlife tour](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/sao-paulo/?q=afrotour#todas) (€54) with a football night: the [Palmeiras match with a local guide](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/sao-paulo/?q=palmeiras#todas) costs €99 and scores 4.9/5 from 46 reviews.

## 2-day São Paulo food itinerary

**Day 1:** morning [private downtown walk with food stops](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/sao-paulo/?q=comer#todas) (€36) and a free wander through the Mercado Municipal, famous for its mortadella sandwich, codfish pastel and stained-glass windows. Afternoon [Suppers food tour](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/sao-paulo/?q=suppers#todas) (€83). Activities: €119.

**Day 2:** the [cooking class](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/sao-paulo/?q=cocina#todas) (€72) at midday and the [8-bar food crawl](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/sao-paulo/?q=bares#todas) (€64) in the evening. Activities: €136.

That is €255 per person in activities over two food-focused days. Budget version: the private walk (€36) plus the open-bar crawl (€32), €68 in total. For the rest of the city, see our guide to [things to do in São Paulo](https://toursbrasil.com/things-to-do-in-sao-paulo/).

## How much does a São Paulo food tour cost?

- **Guided tasting tours**: €64–83 per person, 4 hours.
- **Cooking class**: €72 with unlimited drinks.
- **Bars and nightlife**: €32–54.
- **Private tours with food**: €36–157.
- **Football with beer**: €99 including the ticket.
- **Special dinners**: €96 on the premium bus, €379 for the private barbecue night tour.

The median São Paulo activity costs €94; food tours sit below that (median €83). Tastings are included, so a 4-hour tour often works out cheaper than paying for each stop yourself. You see the final price when you choose a date.

## Plan your trip

**Getting there:** Guarulhos (GRU) handles international flights, Congonhas most domestic ones; [private airport transfers](https://toursbrasil.com/en/activities/sao-paulo/?q=traslado#todas) start at €15. **Getting around:** the metro links downtown (Sé, República and the Mercado Municipal), Avenida Paulista, Liberdade and Pinheiros; use taxis or ride-hailing apps after a night out. **When to go:** any time; December to March is hot with afternoon showers, May to September drier and cooler.

**Where to stay:** Avenida Paulista and Jardins for a central base with plenty of restaurants, Pinheiros and Vila Madalena for bars and chef-led kitchens, Liberdade for the Japanese district and its weekend food fair.

## Practical tips

- Skip a big breakfast: a 4-hour tasting tour replaces a full meal.
- Mention allergies or diets when booking; the premium bus dinner has a vegetarian option.
- Go to the Mercado Municipal early on weekdays to avoid the lunchtime crowds.
- None of the 3 tasting tours lists a Spanish-speaking guide; English-language tours are the norm, and 21 of the city's 65 activities offer a Spanish-speaking guide.
- Bar crawls include alcohol: carry ID and get home by taxi or app.

## FAQ

### What is the best food tour in São Paulo?

The Suppers tour with 12+ tastings: €83, 4 hours, 5.0/5 from 12 reviews. The cheapest alternative is the 8-bar crawl at €64.

### Can I visit the Mercado Municipal without a tour?

Yes. The Mercadão is downtown, close to the metro, and easy to explore alone. For context, the private downtown walk (€36, 5.0/5 from 165 reviews) adds optional food stops.

### How many days do I need to eat well in São Paulo?

Two days cover a tasting tour, a cooking class and a bar night for about €255 in activities. A third day adds sightseeing or a football match.

### How much is a cooking class in São Paulo?

The 9-recipe class with unlimited drinks costs €72, lasts 3.5 to 4.5 hours and is rated 4.7/5 from 18 reviews.

### Is São Paulo good for vegetarians?

It is one of the easiest Brazilian cities for vegetarians. In the catalogue, the premium bus tour with dinner offers a vegetarian option; ask the other tours when booking.

### Do I need a visa for Brazil?

Since 10 April 2025, US, Canadian and Australian citizens need an e-visa to visit Brazil. UK and EU passport holders do not need a visa for tourist stays of up to 90 days. Always check the official Brazilian consulate website before travelling.

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