The 14 Best Day Trips from Mogi das Cruzes

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

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There are 14 good day trips from Mogi das Cruzes, Brazil, led by São Paulo, Guarulhos, Campinas. The closest is Itaquaquecetuba, about 25 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 14 nearby places, with sights from real traveler trips, on Packy AI. Last updated November 2026 by the Packy AI Travel Team.

Day trips from Mogi das Cruzes

  1. 1

    São Paulo, Brazil

    Half-day trip
    About 55 min by car46 km west of Mogi das Cruzes

    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.
  2. 2

    Guarulhos, Brazil

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car36 km west of Mogi das Cruzes

    Known for Parque de Diversões Marisa.

  3. 3

    Campinas, Brazil

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 45 min by car113 km north-west of Mogi das Cruzes

    Known for Mercado Municipal de Campinas.

  4. 4

    São Bernardo do Campo, Brazil

    Half-day trip
    About 50 min by car43 km south-west of Mogi das Cruzes
  5. 5

    Sorocaba, Brazil

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr by car129 km west of Mogi das Cruzes

    Known for Mercado Municipal de Sorocaba.

  6. 6

    Osasco, Brazil

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 10 min by car62 km west of Mogi das Cruzes

    Known for Beco do Batman.

  7. 7

    São José dos Campos, Brazil

    Half-day trip
    About 55 min by car49 km north-east of Mogi das Cruzes
  8. 8

    Jundiaí, Brazil

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 15 min by car80 km north-west of Mogi das Cruzes
  9. 9

    Santos, Brazil

    Half-day trip
    About 1 hr by car51 km south of Mogi das Cruzes
  10. 10

    Mauá, Brazil

    Half-day trip
    About 35 min by car32 km south-west of Mogi das Cruzes
  11. 11

    Carapicuíba, Brazil

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 15 min by car66 km west of Mogi das Cruzes
  12. 12

    Itaquaquecetuba, Brazil

    Half-day trip
    About 25 min by car17 km west of Mogi das Cruzes
  13. 13

    Taubaté, Brazil

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 20 min by car85 km north-east of Mogi das Cruzes
  14. 14

    Barueri, Brazil

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 20 min by car70 km west of Mogi das Cruzes

A sample day: Mogi das Cruzes to São Paulo

  1. 08:30Leave Mogi das Cruzes
  2. 09:25Arrive in São Paulo (55 min drive)
  3. 09:40Ibirapuera Park
  4. 11:40Lunch
  5. 12:55Avenida Paulista
  6. 14:40Museum of Art of São Paulo Assis Chateaubriand
  7. 16:10Head back to Mogi das Cruzes
  8. 17:05Home in Mogi das Cruzes

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Mogi das Cruzes?
The best day trips from Mogi das Cruzes are São Paulo, Guarulhos, Campinas, São Bernardo do Campo, Sorocaba. The closest is Itaquaquecetuba, about 25 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Mogi das Cruzes?
Itaquaquecetuba is the closest, 17 km west of Mogi das Cruzes, roughly 25 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Mogi das Cruzes?
7 places are within about an hour's drive of Mogi das Cruzes: Itaquaquecetuba (25 min), Mauá (35 min), Guarulhos (40 min), São Bernardo do Campo (50 min), São Paulo (55 min), São José dos Campos (55 min).
What is the biggest city near Mogi das Cruzes for a day out?
São Paulo is the largest city in day-trip range, 46 km west of Mogi das Cruzes and about 55 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
Where can I go for a weekend from Mogi das Cruzes?
For a weekend away from Mogi das Cruzes, pick the places far enough to be worth a night: Sorocaba (129 km, 2 hr), Campinas (113 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 Mogi das Cruzes?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Sorocaba at 129 km, around 2 hr by car.

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