Monte Serrat
Historic Center 1 hr
Take a funicular up for panoramic city and ocean views.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Tropical
Languages
Portuguese
Local currency
BRL
(BRL)
Local time
(GMT-3)
Ideal trip length
2–5 days
Cost level
2 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Gonzaga
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
Optional, 10% for good service often added to bill.
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
75 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Peixe na Telha
Bolinho de Bacalhau
Moqueca Santista
Pão de Queijo
When to visit Santos
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: January
Busiest: Dec-Feb
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Jan85
Hot, humid, busy
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Feb80
Hot, humid, carnival
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Mar70
Warm, less crowded
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Apr65
Mild, pleasant
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May60
Mild, drier
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Jun55
Cooler, dry
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Jul50
Coolest, dry
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Aug55
Mild, less rain
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Sept60
Warming up
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Oct65
Warm, increasing rain
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Nov75
Hot, humid, rainy
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Dec80
Hot, humid, peak
Things to do in Santos
6 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
3 places
Historic Center Tram Tour
Historic Center 1 hr
Ride a vintage tram through the charming historic district.
Port of Santos Boat Tour
Ponta da Praia 2.5 hrs
Discover South America's largest port and its surrounding islands.
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Coffee Museum
Historic Center 1.5 hrs
Explore Brazil's rich coffee history in a stunning historic building.
Aquário de Santos
Ponta da Praia 1.5 hrs
Visit one of Brazil's oldest and most popular aquariums.
Any time of day
1 place
Santos Beach Garden
Beachfront 2 hrs
Stroll or bike along the world's longest beachfront garden.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Santos
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Activity tour
Santos - Walk the Largest Beach Garden in the World
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Multi day tour
4-Day Private Guided Tour from Santos to Rio de Janeiro – Coastal Trip
Free cancellationFind deals
Standard tour
7-Hour Shared Group Santos Tour : Mont Serrat, Coffee Museum and Sightseeing
Free cancellationFind deals
Standard tour
Santos Beer Route
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Unstructured tour
Private Transfer from Santos Port to Sao Paulo Airport (GRU)
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Unstructured tour
Praia Grande/Santos to Campinas Airport (VCP)- Private Transfer
Free cancellationFind deals
Unstructured tour
Private Transfer from Santos to Sao Paulo (GRU) Airport
Free cancellationFind deals
Standard tour
Santos Private Shore Excursion: Sao Paulo Full Day City Experience
Free cancellationFind deals
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Santos
Straight-line distance from the centre of Santos.
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