Viaduto do Chá

The Viaduto do Chá extends 240 meters across the Anhangabaú Valley, connecting the old and new sections of São Paulo's central district.

The first viaduct in São Paulo opened in 1892 with an iron structure, then was rebuilt in concrete with double width in 1938.

The name derives from the tea plantations that existed near the construction site during the late nineteenth century in the Morro do Chá area.

The viaduct serves as a direct pedestrian and vehicle connection between Rua Direita and Barão de Itapetininga Street in downtown São Paulo.

From 1892 to 1896, crossing the viaduct required payment of 60 réis, earning it the nickname 'Three Vintens Viaduct'.

Location: Central Zone of São Paulo

Location: São Paulo

Inception: 1892

Architects: Jules-Victor-André Martin, Elisário Bahiana

Official opening: November 6, 1892

Length: 240 m

Width: 14 m

GPS coordinates: -23.54665,-46.63780

Latest update: December 5, 2025 16:13