
Pinacoteca de São Paulo
Museum Gallery
4.8 (36597 reviews)
Longtime museum featuring 19th-century Brazilian painting & sculpture, plus educational programs.
Praça da Luz, 2 - Luz, São Paulo - SP, 01120-010, Brazil
+55 11 3324-1000
Did You Know?
Historic Building
The Pinacoteca do Estado de São Paulo is housed in a beautiful building designed by Ramos de Azevedo and Domiziano Rossi, originally built in 1900 to be the headquarters of the Lyceum of Arts and Crafts.
Years of Art
Founded in 1905, the Pinacoteca has been showcasing art for over a century, making it one of the oldest art museums in São Paulo.
National Focus
While featuring art from around the world, the Pinacoteca has a strong focus on Brazilian art, showcasing important works by national artists.
Diverse Collection
The Pinacoteca boasts a diverse collection of art, including sculptures, paintings, and other pieces, offering a rich experience for art enthusiasts.
Highlights from Reviews
• Brazilian art
The museum showcases a diverse collection of Brazilian art, including modern, contemporary, and indigenous works.
• architecture
The building's architecture is stunning, blending classical and modern elements, and is considered a work of art itself.
• well-organized
Visitors consistently praise the museum's organization, cleanliness, and maintenance.
• unique exhibits
Many reviewers highlight the museum's unique and thought-provoking exhibits that encourage open-mindedness.
• bilingual signage
The museum is accessible to non-Portuguese speakers with bilingual signage and information.