Knot Stranded Getaways

Weekend getaways from São Paulo

5 places within about 4 hours of São Paulo, closest first. Locals go to get out of town, and visitors can add one to a city trip. Get there by car or by ferry.

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5 getaways, closest first

  1. 2 hrby car Holambra A Dutch-founded town of flower fields and a windmill, Brazil's flower capital.
    • Relaxing
    • Romantic
  2. 3 hrby car Campos do Jordão A mountain town with Swiss-style chalets, fondue and cool air.
    • Mountains
    • Romantic
    • Food
  3. 3 hr 30 minby ferry Ilhabela An island of waterfalls and jungle beaches off the São Paulo coast.
    • Beach
    • Adventure
  4. 3 hr 30 minby car Ubatuba Dozens of beaches backed by Atlantic rainforest.
    • Beach
    • Adventure
    • Friends
  5. 4 hrby car Brotas Brazil's adventure capital for rafting, ziplines and waterfalls.
    • Adventure
    • Friends