How to get to MASP and Avenida Paulista by metro
Nearest station, line, walking time and step-by-step guide to visit MASP (São Paulo Museum of Art) and Avenida Paulista.
Get off at Trianon-MASP station (Line 2 (Green)), which is right on Avenida Paulista. MASP is about 2 minutes' walk from the exit, on the other side of the avenue, opposite Parque Trianon.
Overview
MASP (the São Paulo Museum of Art Assis Chateaubriand) is the postcard image of Avenida Paulista: the famous 74-metre free span, designed by Lina Bo Bardi, houses one of the most important art collections in the Southern Hemisphere. Besides the museum, Avenida Paulista is packed with cultural centres, bookshops and Parque Trianon, and becomes a large promenade on Sundays, when it is closed to cars. Trianon-MASP station, on Line 2 (Green), leaves you a few steps from the entrance.
How to get there from the main landmarks
| Starting point | How to get there by metro |
|---|---|
| Sé Station (city centre) | Line 1 (Blue) to Paraíso and transfer to Line 2 (Green) (towards Vila Madalena); ~12 min |
| Luz Station | Line 1 (Blue) to Paraíso + Line 2 (Green) to Trianon-MASP; ~16 min |
| Consolação Station (Line 2 Green) | 1 stop on Line 2 (Green) (towards Vila Prudente) to Trianon-MASP; ~3 min |
Step by step
Take Line 2 (Green) and get off at Trianon-MASP station.
Follow the signs to the Avenida Paulista exit (Trianon Park side).
As you leave, cross the avenue at the crossing: MASP (São Paulo Museum of Art) and its open span are right ahead, about 2 minutes on foot.
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Frequently asked questions
Which is the closest metro station to MASP (São Paulo Museum of Art)?
Trianon-MASP station, on Line 2 (Green), is right on Avenida Paulista, about a 2-minute walk from the museum.
How much is the metro fare to Avenida Paulista?
The single fare on the Metro/CPTM is R$ 5,00 (rate in effect in 2025; check for changes). With the Bilhete Único you can transfer to buses.
Can you get from Sé Station to MASP by metro alone?
Yes. Take Line 1 (Blue) to Paraíso and transfer to Line 2 (Green) to Trianon-MASP; the journey takes about 12 minutes.
Is Trianon-MASP station accessible?
Yes, the station has lifts and wheelchair access. Check on the day whether the lifts are in operation.
Where can I see more attractions near the metro?
See the guide to tourist attractions near the São Paulo metro for other stations and sights.