Discover the rich history and stunning sights of Santos on a half-day private tour. Explore the beautiful beaches, historic center, and the largest beach garden in the world.
Discover the rich history and stunning sights of Santos on a half-day private tour. Explore the beautiful beaches, historic center, and the largest beach garden in the world.
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Coffee Museum - Enjoy breakfast at the chic coffee shop within the Coffee Museum in Santos, and explore the museum to understand coffee’s role in Brazil’s socio-economic growth.
The coffee shop provides a chance to sample various types and aromas of coffee, freshly ground before serving. - Monte Serrat - Take a tram ride up Mount Serrat, a peak…
- Coffee Museum - Enjoy breakfast at the chic coffee shop within the Coffee Museum in Santos, and explore the museum to understand coffee’s role in Brazil’s socio-economic growth.
The coffee shop provides a chance to sample various types and aromas of coffee, freshly ground before serving.
- Monte Serrat - Take a tram ride up Mount Serrat, a peak offering a stunning panoramic view from the former old casino at its summit. Access to the hill is via a funicular system that connects the hilltop to the city center, departing every half hour.
From the viewpoint, visitors can enjoy a complete view of the port, the urban area of Santos and its surroundings, Bertioga Canal, Estuary, and Barnabé and Santo Amaro Islands. At the peak lies the 17th-century Chapel of Our Lady of Monte Serrat, the city’s patron saint and a historical attraction dating back to 1603.
- Porchat Island - Take in the breathtaking view of Santos’ shoreline and the city of São Vicente (the first permanent Portuguese settlement in Brazil) from Niemeyer’s monument atop Porchat Island hill.
The entire shore, ships on the horizon, forming waves, people appearing like ants, and paragliders soaring around can be seen! The belvedere, designed by the renowned architect Oscar Niemeyer, was inaugurated in 2002 to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Brazil’s “Discovery,” adding to the site’s uniqueness!
Additionally, enjoy a delightful lunch at a pleasant restaurant next to Niemeyer’s monument. It’s a must-visit while in Santos.
- Calçadão da Orla de Santos - Spend time at the pristine beach featuring the world’s largest beachfront garden, as recognized by the Guinness Book of Records.
The beach boasts a variety of trees, plants, and flowers spread between the street and the sandy sidewalk edge. There are several exercise stations and cycle tracks for those in the mood to exercise, or benches to relax while sipping cold coconut water straight from the fruit. The long white sandy beaches are perfect for recreation and sunbathing, with numerous dining options and vibrant vendors throughout its length.
- Museu Pelé - The Pelé Museum showcases the history of the world’s most famous and talented football player, Pelé. Pelé played for Santos, which is why a museum is dedicated to him in this city.
The 5-story museum houses an extensive collection of awards and highlights from the two football World Cups won by Pelé, along with photos, video footage, interesting facts about special matches, a timeline of his life, and much more.
The museum is English-friendly and affordable, making it a great way to spend a few hours in Santos.

- Professional licensed private tour guide
- Transport by fully-equipped vehicle
- Inclusive of VAT, taxes, tolls, handling charges, and parking fees
- Port Greet & Meet service included
- Private driver for groups larger than 4
- Hotels and port pickup and drop-off within Santos area
- Professional licensed private tour guide
- Transport by fully-equipped vehicle
- Inclusive of VAT, taxes, tolls, handling charges, and parking fees
- Port Greet & Meet service included
- Private driver for groups larger than 4
- Hotels and port pickup and drop-off within Santos area
- Entrance fees and admission fees.
- Food and drinks.
- Gratuities (optional)
- Entrance fees and admission fees.
- Food and drinks.
- Gratuities (optional)
Escape the routine by embarking on a guided private city tour in the coastal town of Santos, exploring its most notable landmarks for a comprehensive overview. This tour is ideal for those arriving at the Santos seaport terminal via cruise ship or for guests staying at local hotels.
Santos boasts a rich history as one of Brazil’s earliest settlements,…
Escape the routine by embarking on a guided private city tour in the coastal town of Santos, exploring its most notable landmarks for a comprehensive overview. This tour is ideal for those arriving at the Santos seaport terminal via cruise ship or for guests staying at local hotels.
Santos boasts a rich history as one of Brazil’s earliest settlements, established in 1546. The city is renowned for its 7 km of beaches, flat terrain, and tropical climate, offering a well-developed tourist infrastructure with numerous hotels, apartments, bars, restaurants, shopping centers, tours, and attractions to suit all preferences, along with a vibrant nightlife. Santos is home to the largest port in Latin America, a beautifully restored historic center, and features the world’s largest beach garden, recognized in the Book of Records, stretching 5,335 meters and adorned with flowers and meticulously maintained trees.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.