Overview
Cotia is a city of approximately 230,000 residents spread across 324 km² in western São Paulo state. It offers a mix of suburban living, cultural attractions, and green spaces, attracting new residents who settle mostly in the wealthy Granja Viana district.
Day Trips · Family Travel · Nature
Before you go
Connectivity
City code is 11. Public phonecards available at newspaper stands for local and national calls.
Emergency
Emergency numbers: Police 190, Fire 193, Ambulance 192. Granja Viana has its own precinct with additional local numbers.
Language
Portuguese is the local language.
Transport
Rodovia Raposo Tavares (SP-270) is the main road through Cotia. City center is walkable, but Granja Viana and Caucaia do Alto require vehicles or patience with limited bus service.