The 15 Best Day Trips from Itapecerica da Serra
Drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan for every place worth the trip.
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There are 15 good day trips from Itapecerica da Serra, Brazil, led by São Paulo, Guarulhos, Campinas. The closest is Osasco, about 30 min by car, and 7 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.
Day trips from Itapecerica da Serra at a glance
| Destination | Distance | Drive time | Best as |
|---|---|---|---|
| São Paulo | 29 km NE | 45 min | Half-day trip |
| Guarulhos | 43 km NE | 50 min | Half-day trip |
| Campinas | 93 km N | 1 hr 25 min | Full-day trip |
| São Bernardo do Campo | 29 km E | 45 min | Half-day trip |
| Sorocaba | 66 km W | 1 hr 15 min | Full-day trip |
| Osasco | 21 km N | 30 min | Half-day trip |
| São José dos Campos | 115 km NE | 1 hr 50 min | Full-day trip |
| Jundiaí | 59 km N | 1 hr 10 min | Full-day trip |
| Piracicaba | 137 km NW | 2 hr 10 min | Full-day trip |
| Santos | 59 km SE | 1 hr 10 min | Full-day trip |
| Mauá | 40 km E | 45 min | Half-day trip |
| Diadema | 23 km E | 35 min | Half-day trip |
| Carapicuíba | 22 km N | 35 min | Half-day trip |
| Itaquaquecetuba | 57 km NE | 1 hr 5 min | Full-day trip |
| Mogi das Cruzes | 71 km E | 1 hr 20 min | Full-day trip |
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The best day trips from Itapecerica da Serra
- 1
São Paulo, Brazil
Half-day tripAbout 45 min by car29 km north-east of Itapecerica da Serra1 hr 30 min round tripWhat 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.
- 2
Guarulhos, Brazil
Half-day tripAbout 50 min by car43 km north-east of Itapecerica da Serra1 hr 40 min round tripKnown for Parque de Diversões Marisa.
- 3
Campinas, Brazil
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 25 min by car93 km north of Itapecerica da Serra2 hr 50 min round tripKnown for Mercado Municipal de Campinas.
- 4
São Bernardo do Campo, Brazil
Half-day tripAbout 45 min by car29 km east of Itapecerica da Serra1 hr 30 min round trip - 5
Sorocaba, Brazil
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 15 min by car66 km west of Itapecerica da Serra2 hr 30 min round tripKnown for Mercado Municipal de Sorocaba.
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Osasco, Brazil
Half-day tripAbout 30 min by car21 km north of Itapecerica da Serra1 hr round tripKnown for Beco do Batman.
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São José dos Campos, Brazil
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 50 min by car115 km north-east of Itapecerica da Serra3 hr 40 min round trip - 8
Jundiaí, Brazil
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 10 min by car59 km north of Itapecerica da Serra2 hr 20 min round trip - 9
Piracicaba, Brazil
Full-day tripAbout 2 hr 10 min by car137 km north-west of Itapecerica da Serra4 hr 20 min round trip - 10
Santos, Brazil
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 10 min by car59 km south-east of Itapecerica da Serra2 hr 20 min round trip - 11
Mauá, Brazil
Half-day tripAbout 45 min by car40 km east of Itapecerica da Serra1 hr 30 min round trip - 12
Diadema, Brazil
Half-day tripAbout 35 min by car23 km east of Itapecerica da Serra1 hr 10 min round trip - 13
Carapicuíba, Brazil
Half-day tripAbout 35 min by car22 km north of Itapecerica da Serra1 hr 10 min round trip - 14
Itaquaquecetuba, Brazil
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 5 min by car57 km north-east of Itapecerica da Serra2 hr 10 min round trip - 15
Mogi das Cruzes, Brazil
Full-day tripAbout 1 hr 20 min by car71 km east of Itapecerica da Serra2 hr 40 min round trip
A sample day trip: Itapecerica da Serra to São Paulo
A realistic pace for São Paulo, 29 km from Itapecerica da Serra. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.
- 08:30Leave Itapecerica da Serra
- 09:15Arrive in São Paulo (45 min drive)
- 09:30Ibirapuera Park
- 11:30Lunch
- 12:45Avenida Paulista
- 14:30Museum of Art of São Paulo Assis Chateaubriand
- 16:00Head back to Itapecerica da Serra
- 16:45Home in Itapecerica da Serra
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the best day trips from Itapecerica da Serra?
- The best day trips from Itapecerica da Serra are São Paulo, Guarulhos, Campinas, São Bernardo do Campo, Sorocaba. The closest is Osasco, about 30 min away by car.
- What is the closest day trip from Itapecerica da Serra?
- Osasco is the closest, 21 km north of Itapecerica da Serra, roughly 30 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
- Where can I go within an hour of Itapecerica da Serra?
- 7 places are within about an hour's drive of Itapecerica da Serra: Osasco (30 min), Carapicuíba (35 min), Diadema (35 min), São Paulo (45 min), São Bernardo do Campo (45 min), Mauá (45 min).
- What is the biggest city near Itapecerica da Serra for a day out?
- São Paulo is the largest city in day-trip range, 29 km north-east of Itapecerica da Serra and about 45 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
- How far is too far for a day trip from Itapecerica da Serra?
- Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Piracicaba at 137 km, around 2 hr 10 min by car.
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