Vila Prudente District

Vila Prudente is an administrative district in eastern São Paulo with residential areas, commercial zones, and several transportation links to downtown. The area is served by metro stations and includes shopping centers and recreational facilities.

The district formed in 1890 when Italian immigrants established an early factory for chocolate production. This industrial beginning shaped the area as a place where workers and their families settled.

Vila Zelina, part of the district, grew into a local shopping hub where restaurants line Avenida Zelina and draw both residents and visitors. The street reflects how the neighborhood has become a social gathering place for the community.

The Green Line metro serves the area through multiple stations, making it easy to reach the district and move around. Good public transportation connections allow you to explore the area and travel to downtown easily.

The district is home to the Arthur Friedenreich Municipal Club, a local sports venue with deep roots in the neighborhood. The club reflects the sporting tradition that has long been part of community life here.

Location: São Paulo

Location: Subprefecture of Vila Prudente

Shares border with: Ipiranga District, Mooca District, São Lucas District, Água Rasa District

Website: http://vilaprudente.prefeitura.sp.gov.br

GPS coordinates: -23.59261,-46.57368

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:07