São Paulo is one of the main national destinations for its cultural and gastronomic diversity, as well as for its commercial variety, with emphasis on Rua 25 de Março.
The site is considered the largest open-air mall in Latin America, according to the city of São Paulo, and is located in the heart of the capital of São Paulo.
In addition to attracting tourists, the street also receives visits from people interested in buying different items – ranging from jewelry and party items to toys and electronics.
Find out how to get there, how to safely enjoy the area’s shops and where to eat nearby.
How to get to the 25th of March?
Located in the historic center of São Paulo, Rua 25 de Março can be accessed by subway and bus, with lines and terminals close to the commercial center.
One of the main access options is through the São Bento station on line 1 – Blue of the subway. When getting off at this station, just look for the exit signs for Ladeira Porto Geral.
For those who are at the Tietê Bus Terminal, for example, it is necessary to take the subway towards Jabaquara until São Bento station.
For those leaving the Barra Funda Bus Terminal, take the Palmeiras-Barra Funda line towards Corinthians-Itaquera and get off at Sé station to access the blue line. At Sé, just take the Tucuruvi direction.
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Today, the subway ticket costs R$4.40 and the tip is to buy the return ticket to avoid queues at São Bento station – which tends to be a busy place, especially at peak times. To make things easier, there are self-service totems in the subways.
Passengers can also purchase subway tickets on their cell phones, through the TOP application, available for smartphones in the system. android It is iOS.
Another option is the bus lines with routes that pass through the place, such as those that go to Terminal Dom Pedro II or to Praça da Sé, leaving from different points in São Paulo. The ticket also costs R$4.40.
In addition to these transports, it is possible to request a car through apps such as Uber and 99, from any location in the city.
A ride from Terminal Barra-Funda costs, on average, R$20, while the one departing from Terminal Tietê costs around R$17 (price quoted on August 17, 2023).
As it is a busy region, traffic tends to be more intense, so going by car is not the most suitable transport option.
March 25 opening hours
The hours may vary according to the establishment, but in general the stores are open from Monday to Friday, from 8 am to 6 pm, while on Saturdays, the hours are from 8 am to 1:30 pm. Some stores open at 7am.
On holidays, not all establishments are open, but some are open during special hours.
Shopping 25 de Março, for example, is open from Monday to Friday, from 7 am to 6 pm, on Saturdays, from 7 am to 5 pm, and on Sundays and holidays, from 8 am to 2 pm.
What can you find in stores on March 25th?
There is a variety of stores in the commercial area, with different products and different models of establishments. Some businesses also have online shopping sites.
Some options of articles found on the site are:
- clothes;
- jewelry;
- toys;
- household items;
- makeup and beauty items;
- party and decoration items;
- pet items.
Tips for haggling while shopping
In addition to the variety, another feature known to consumers in the region is the attractive prices and discount opportunities offered by merchants.
Some practical actions can help you take advantage of these benefits and find the best business options during your purchases, check out what they are below.
Buy view
Some stores may offer discounts on purchases with cash payment, so prioritizing this payment method (when possible) can be a way to save.
When closing a purchase, remember to ask if there is any percentage discount for cash payment, either in debit, Pix or cash.
Search prices
The commercial hub has a wide variety of stores and products, with different qualities, prices and payment methods.
Therefore, the tip is to research and compare the cost-benefit to evaluate which establishment is worth buying a certain product.
Another tip to facilitate the search is to make a list of the items you want to purchase and, based on that, set purchase priorities. Determining a value limit is also an option to not exceed the budget by spending more than you can.
negotiate values
Some retailers charge the competition’s price and are more open to negotiation, so it’s always worth asking for a discount when closing the purchase.
Asking about payment terms and discount possibilities for a certain value or quantity of products purchased can guarantee a lower purchase price.
What to eat in the region?
In addition to knowing where 25 de Março is, how to get there and enjoy the stores, it is worth knowing the options of gastronomic points in the central region to visit after shopping.
The area has restaurants, snack bars and street food options, as well as fast foods. Another option is the Mercado Municipal de São Paulo, known as Mercadão de São Paulo, a tourist spot in the city of São Paulo.
The place is on Rua da Cantareira and is known for its mortadella sandwich, as well as its codfish pastry, but offers a variety of foods.
Top safety tips for visiting the 25th of March
Rua 25 de Março has police, but as it is a central and busy urban area, it is important to pay attention when shopping there.
There are some precautions that can contribute to the safety and tranquility of the tour, such as:
- avoid using cell phones on the street;
- avoid high cash values;
- carry your wallet and cell phone in your front pockets;
- walking with backpacks and purses in front of the body;
- pay attention to credit card payments;
- use doleira or fanny pack to store belongings.
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