Liberdade in São Paulo Named to Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2026 as Brazil's Sole Entry

Overview

• The São Paulo neighborhood appears on the travel guide’s list of 25 global destinations for 2026, which spans locations across all continents.
• Editors awarded Liberdade the distinction of best for the crossroads of culture and gastronomy.
• Coverage underscores the area’s large Japanese diaspora presence, with Lonely Planet describing it as a Little Japan.
• The guide also spotlights historical sites tied to Black memory, including the 1779 Capela dos Aflitos at the former cemetery for enslaved people.
• Visitor tips highlighted in reports include the weekend Liberdade street market, the Jardim Oriental, and specialty shops for anime and Asian goods.