Italian Building

The Edifício Itália (Italian Building) is one of São Paulo's most iconic skyscrapers, a towering 1960s landmark in the heart of the city and, for years, the tallest building in São Paulo. While it's primarily an office tower, its fame for visitors rests on what crowns it: the Terraço Itália, a restaurant and bar on the upper floors, and an observation deck offering one of the most spectacular 360-degree panoramas over the seemingly infinite skyline of South America's largest city. Standing beside the equally famous, curving Edifício Copan (designed by Oscar Niemeyer), it's a centrepiece of São Paulo's downtown architecture.

The view is the draw, a breathtaking sweep over the megacity, particularly memorable at sunset and after dark when the lights come on. You can visit the observation deck (sometimes with a minimum consumption or small fee at certain times) or dine at the Terraço Itália. Centrally located, it combines easily with downtown landmarks. Go on a clear evening for the finest view.

Don't miss

• 360-degree panorama over São Paulo's skyline
• The Terraço Itália restaurant and bar atop the tower
• An iconic 1960s downtown skyscraper
• Views beside the curving Niemeyer-designed Copan
• Spectacular sunset and night vistas

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Italian Building

Cheapest way inSao Paulo: Downtown-Center History Walking Tour5★ · 101 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$29 per personSee dates →Most bookedSoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown Walking Tour in New York4.9★ · 3,275 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$39 per personSee dates →Private & flexibleWalking Tour São Paulo Center: Historical Process Of The Largest City in Brazil5★ · 24 travelers3–4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$113 per personSee dates →

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Know before you go

• The rooftop view is the reason to go, best around sunset.
• Access may carry a small fee or minimum consumption at certain times.
• It stands beside the famous curving Edifício Copan.
• It's central, combine with downtown São Paulo landmarks.

A bit of history

Completed in 1965, the 46-storey Edifício Itália was for a time the tallest building in São Paulo and a symbol of the city's mid-century growth. The Terraço Itália restaurant atop it became a celebrated spot for taking in the panoramic city view.