Before you go
Your trip to Cachoeira Paulista.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Cachoeira Paulista – SP Destination Faith Tourist Region
How to get there
Rodovia Presidente Dutra serves as the access route to Cachoeira Paulista. Check which sanctuary will be visited and use its address as the destination, because Canção Nova and Santa Cabeça are not the same place; plan a different route for the downtown heritage.
How many days
Two days allow you to spend one period at the sanctuaries of Cachoeira Paulista and another at the historic center. Prolonged participation in a religious event may require more time than a visit to the buildings.
When to go
The religious calendar affects the choice of dates in Cachoeira Paulista. Check the events at the chosen sanctuary and arrange accommodation and transport in advance when the trip coincides with periods of higher demand.
Do you need a car?
In Cachoeira Paulista, the chosen transport needs to serve the different religious sites and the town center. A car makes combining them easier, but groups can arrange transfers from their accommodation according to the places to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is the Santuário Pai das Misericórdias located at Canção Nova in Cachoeira Paulista?
Yes: It is part of Canção Nova; the Santuário de Santa Cabeça is a different religious landmark in the municipality. Check the address so you don't confuse the two destinations.
Is there historic heritage beyond the sanctuaries in Cachoeira Paulista?
The ruins of the railway station and the Museu Doutor Costa Júnior help to convey the local heritage. Check visiting conditions before combining these sites with the religious program.