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Amantikir and around
A day in Campos do Jordão · 9:30–16:45 · 4 stops
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mapvivid.com/campos-do-jordao/itineraries/amantikir-and-aroundA walking day around Amantikir, Palácio Boa Vista and Museu Felícia Leirner, with a lunch break nearby and Ducha de Prata to end the day.
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Morning
9:301Amantikir ↗1 h
Hillside gardens inspired by famous gardens around the world.
- Allow 2 hours
- Hedge maze is fun for kids
↓ 24 min walk
11:002Palácio Boa Vista ↗1 h 30 min
Governor's winter palace with a fine Brazilian art collection.
- Open on limited days, check hours
- Guided visits explain the collection
↓ 7 min walk
12:303Museu Felícia Leirner ↗1 h 30 min
Open-air sculpture park beside the Claudio Santoro auditorium.
- Wear comfortable shoes for the trails
- Concert venue for the winter festival
Lunch
14:00Lunch break nearby · Find restaurants nearby on Google Maps ↗
↓ 32 min walk
Afternoon
15:454Small waterfall with craft stalls along the road to the palace.
- Quick stop on the way to Boa Vista
- Craft and sweet stalls on site
Good to know. Times are a guide for an unhurried pace. Check opening days before you go.
Campos do Jordão tips
Transportation
- Take the bus from Sao Paulo: Buses from the Tiete terminal reach Campos do Jordao in a few hours; book ahead for winter weekends.
- Ride the mountain tram: The historic Estrada de Ferro Campos do Jordao runs scenic tourist trips from Capivari; check departure times on arrival.
- Use apps or taxis between districts: Capivari, Abernessia and Jaguaribe are spread out; ride-hailing apps and taxis are easier than walking at night.
Local Hacks
- Ride the Morro do Elefante chairlift: The chairlift from Capivari offers town views, especially nice on clear late afternoons.
- Visit the Horto Florestal: The state park forest trails among araucaria trees and waterfalls are a calm escape from busy Capivari.
- See Palacio Boa Vista: The governor's winter residence is a museum with art and antiques; check opening days before you go.
Saving
- Visit outside July: July's Winter Festival brings peak prices; autumn and spring offer lower rates and fewer crowds.
- Go midweek: Hotels and pousadas often drop prices from Monday to Thursday, when Sao Paulo weekenders are gone.
- Pay with Pix: Many shops and restaurants accept Pix instant payments and sometimes offer a discount over card payments.
Security
- Mind your things in Capivari: Crowds in winter can attract pickpockets; keep phones and wallets secure around the main square.
- Drive the serra carefully: The SP-123 road up the Serra da Mantiqueira is winding and foggy at times; drive slowly and avoid night driving.
- Use official parking: Leave cars in staffed or hotel parking rather than on quiet streets, and do not leave bags visible.
Cultural
- Try fondue: The town's Swiss-style image means fondue is a winter must; many restaurants offer cheese and chocolate versions.
- Taste pinhao: Araucaria pine nuts, pinhao, are a seasonal treat in autumn and winter, boiled or roasted and sold around town.
- Join the Winter Festival: The Festival de Inverno in July brings classical music concerts to the town and the Auditorio Claudio Santoro.
Weather/Clothing
- Pack for real cold: Winter nights can drop near freezing with frost; bring a warm coat, hat and layers for June to August.
- Expect summer rain: December to March is warmer but rainy, with afternoon storms; bring a light rain jacket.
- Wear walking shoes: Trails at the Horto Florestal and hilly streets call for comfortable shoes with good grip.
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Day 1 of 29:30–16:454 stops
Amantikir and around
A walking day around Amantikir, Palácio Boa Vista and Museu Felícia Leirner, with a lunch break nearby and Ducha de Prata to end the day.
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Morning
109:30 · 1 hHillside gardens inspired by famous gardens around the world.
3 tips
- Allow 2 hours
- Hedge maze is fun for kids
- Café on site
📷 Photos
24 min walk
211:00 · 1 h 30 minGovernor's winter palace with a fine Brazilian art collection.
3 tips
- Open on limited days, check hours
- Guided visits explain the collection
- Combine with Felícia Leirner
📷 Photos
7 min walk
312:30 · 1 h 30 minOpen-air sculpture park beside the Claudio Santoro auditorium.
3 tips
- Wear comfortable shoes for the trails
- Concert venue for the winter festival
- Lovely forest setting
📷 Photos
Lunch
Lunch break nearby · 14:00
Find restaurants nearby on Google Maps32 min walk
Afternoon
415:45 · 1 hSmall waterfall with craft stalls along the road to the palace.
3 tips
- Quick stop on the way to Boa Vista
- Craft and sweet stalls on site
- Free to visit
📷 Photos
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Times are a guide for an unhurried pace. Check opening days before you go.