Tiete Bus Station luggage storage

About Tiete Bus Station

The biggest bus station in Latin America is located right in Brazil's biggest city, Sao Paulo. Tiete, also known as Rodoviária Tietê, takes its name from the Tiete River, which runs close to the station. This central bus station is home to a variety of bus companies that offer both short and long-distance bus journeys in and around the city, including important links to São Paulo - Guarulhos International Airport and Congonhas Airport. In fact, it's possible to travel to five different countries by bus from this central bus station in São Paulo, and while no one considers visiting Tiete Bus Station the highlight of their trip, it is a place thousands of travelers find themselves every year.

Tiete has an information desk, an air-conditioned departures hall, private parking for those arriving by car but continuing their journey with a local bus company, private bathrooms for the disabled, and free Wi-Fi. They also have a left luggage facility where you can store bags, but because this bus station is so busy, it quickly fills up.

Luckily, Bounce has you covered with a radical storage solution that can make your trip to São Paulo much easier. Take advantage of that free Wi-Fi to download our app and find luggage storage locations in São Paulo so you can drop off your things. By partnering with local businesses, Bounce makes it easy to leave your bags for a few hours or for days at a time, and our app can help you find a great location with convenient opening hours so you never get stranded with your things.

Top attractions near Tiete Bus Station

Tiete Bus Station is located on the north side of the river right next to Expo Center Norte, São Paulo's main conference hall and exhibition center. Thanks to the city's public transportation network, it's easy to hop across the river and visit some of the top attractions in Brazil's biggest city. Leave the bags behind and check out some of these iconic locations.

Parque da Juventude luggage storage

Recharge your batteries in nature at Parque da Juventude. After a long bus ride in a hopefully air-conditioned vehicle, you'll probably be more than ready to drop off your bags at the left luggage facility and get some fresh air. Stretch your legs in this beautiful park that's just a short walk from Tiete Bus Station, and you'll feel like your old self again in no time.

Paulista Penitentiary Museum luggage storage

Explore the past at Paulista Penitentiary Museum. Housed in a former prison complex that was the scene of Brazil's biggest prison massacre, this museum is now devoted to displaying the art created by former inmates, proving that light can come out of even the greatest darkness. Visiting this museum is a fascinating way to understand crime and punishment in Brazil and explore the role creativity can play in the rehabilitation of prisoners. Note that large bags are not allowed inside, so make sure to leave yours behind at a convenient luggage storage like Bounce before you visit so you won't run into any hassles.

São Paulo Museum of Sacred Art luggage storage

See the spiritual side of Brazilian art at the São Paulo Museum of Sacred Art. Located close to the historic heart of the city, this art gallery is perfectly located in the former Luz monastery. Learn more about the religious art of the past few hundred years as you explore the well-curated collection here. It's an exciting trip through art history and the perfect counterpoint to the art you'll see at the penitentiary.

Transport options at Tiete Bus Station

Portuguesa-Tietê Metro Station luggage storage

The nearest subway station to Tiete Bus Station, this Metro stop sits right outside and is served by Line 1 of the São Paulo subway system.

Bus luggage storage

As the city's central bus station, most of the city's bus lines end up here, and if you don't want to be laden down with bags while you explore, the bus station has luggage storage options, including a Bounce facility nearby.

São Paulo International Airport luggage storage

Bus route 472 runs directly from São Paulo International Airport to the bus station, taking around 20 minutes to make the journey.

Local tips and insider info

• Watch out for pickpockets. Anywhere that attracts tourists will also attract its share of property thieves, and São Paulo's bus station is no exception. Keep your eyes on your belongings at all times, or better yet, drop them off at a Bounce luggage storage so you don't need to worry.
• Take a bath at the bus station. Unusually for a bus station, Tiete has a shower and bath area that you can access for an additional charge. Although it's a little strange to take a bath in a bus station, after a long and sweaty bus ride to Sao Paulo, you may well be glad of the opportunity to freshen up.
• Buy transit passes. If you intend to make use of São Paulo's impressive public transportation system, it's a good idea to buy a weekly or even monthly pass. That way, you don't have to fumble with change every time you want to board a bus or subway train.

Conclusion

Tiete Bus Station may not be anybody's idea of a tourist destination in itself, but for many travelers to São Paulo, it's a necessary part of the journey. And with some great facilities plus links to other transport gateways like Luz Train Station, just a bus ride away, exploring the city is easy. From the Mercado Municipal to the Sao Paulo Cathedral, there are so many things to do in the city. Just remember to drop off your bags at a Bounce luggage storage to really make the most of your visit.