The 15 Best Day Trips from Embu das Artes

How far each place is, what to see there, and a plan for the day.

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There are 15 good day trips from Embu das Artes, Brazil, led by São Paulo, Guarulhos, Campinas. The closest is Diadema, about 35 min by car, and 7 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Built from 15 nearby places, with sights from real traveler trips, on Packy AI. Last updated November 2026 by the Packy AI Travel Team.

Day trips from Embu das Artes

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    São Paulo, Brazil

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car25 km north-east of Embu das Artes

    What travelers see in São Paulo

    • Ibirapuera Park - A green oasis in the heart of São Paulo, perfect for walking, jogging, or relaxing amidst beautiful gardens, museums, and modern art installations.
    • Avenida Paulista - One of the most famous avenues in Brazil, home to cultural institutions, shops, and vibrant street life — a must-visit for any traveler.
    • Museum of Art of São Paulo Assis Chateaubriand - Known as MASP, this museum boasts an impressive collection of Western art and an iconic modernist architectural style, offering cultural enrichment.
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    Guarulhos, Brazil

    Half-day trip
    About 45 min by car39 km north-east of Embu das Artes

    Known for Parque de Diversões Marisa.

  3. 3

    Campinas, Brazil

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 20 min by car85 km north of Embu das Artes

    Known for Mercado Municipal de Campinas.

  4. 4

    São Bernardo do Campo, Brazil

    Half-day trip
    About 35 min by car30 km east of Embu das Artes
  5. 5

    Sorocaba, Brazil

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 15 min by car64 km west of Embu das Artes

    Known for Mercado Municipal de Sorocaba.

  6. 6

    São José dos Campos, Brazil

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 45 min by car111 km north-east of Embu das Artes
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    Jundiaí, Brazil

    Half-day trip
    About 1 hr by car52 km north of Embu das Artes
  8. 8

    Piracicaba, Brazil

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr 5 min by car131 km north-west of Embu das Artes
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    Santos, Brazil

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 15 min by car63 km south-east of Embu das Artes
  10. 10

    Mauá, Brazil

    Half-day trip
    About 45 min by car40 km east of Embu das Artes
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    Diadema, Brazil

    Half-day trip
    About 35 min by car24 km east of Embu das Artes
  12. 12

    Itaquaquecetuba, Brazil

    Half-day trip
    About 1 hr by car54 km east of Embu das Artes
  13. 13

    Mogi das Cruzes, Brazil

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 20 min by car69 km east of Embu das Artes
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    Taubaté, Brazil

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 20 min by car149 km north-east of Embu das Artes
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    Suzano, Brazil

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 5 min by car56 km east of Embu das Artes

A sample day: Embu das Artes to São Paulo

  1. 08:30Leave Embu das Artes
  2. 09:10Arrive in São Paulo (40 min drive)
  3. 09:25Ibirapuera Park
  4. 11:25Lunch
  5. 12:40Avenida Paulista
  6. 14:25Museum of Art of São Paulo Assis Chateaubriand
  7. 15:55Head back to Embu das Artes
  8. 16:35Home in Embu das Artes

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Embu das Artes?
The best day trips from Embu das Artes are São Paulo, Guarulhos, Campinas, São Bernardo do Campo, Sorocaba. The closest is Diadema, about 35 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Embu das Artes?
Diadema is the closest, 24 km east of Embu das Artes, roughly 35 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Embu das Artes?
7 places are within about an hour's drive of Embu das Artes: Diadema (35 min), São Paulo (40 min), São Bernardo do Campo (35 min), Guarulhos (45 min), Mauá (45 min), Jundiaí (1 hr).
What is the biggest city near Embu das Artes for a day out?
São Paulo is the largest city in day-trip range, 25 km north-east of Embu das Artes and about 40 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
Where can I go for a weekend from Embu das Artes?
For a weekend away from Embu das Artes, pick the places far enough to be worth a night: Taubaté (149 km, 2 hr 20 min), Piracicaba (131 km, 2 hr 5 min), São José dos Campos (111 km, 1 hr 45 min). Closer places on this list work better as a single day.
How far is too far for a day trip from Embu das Artes?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Taubaté at 149 km, around 2 hr 20 min by car, which is better as a long day or an overnight stay.

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