Highlights of Santos

Discover the flavor of this pleasant holiday resort with its magnificent beaches and stunning views during this tour that highlights several of its landmark sites.

Begin with a panoramic drive through the historic city center to the Coffee Museum. This former palace was inaugurated in 1922 to celebrate 100 years of Brazilian independence. The architecture of the building is quite unique in São Paulo State and includes a 120-foot clock tower and four statues representing Industry, Commerce, Production and Navigation. Wall paintings recall the history of Santos from its early times to the present. The building was totally restored in 1998 and since that time has housed the Coffee Museum.

Continuing on, you’ll visit the Museum of the Santos Football Club. The history of the Santos Futebol Clube covers many chapters of the team’s glory and victories. The team has been recognized by FIFA as "the best 20th Century Team on the American Continent”.

Next, you’ll make your way to the cool, shady realm of the Botanical Gardens. Stroll among giant subtropical and tropical trees and stop to see the aviary with its macaws, toucans and parrots. The garden's main attraction is the Orchidarium with more than 100 specimens of these exotic blooms. From here your drive takes you along Gonzaga beach, the curving stretch of white sand that is bordered by hotels and condominiums, appearing much like a resort on the French Riviera.

Re-joining your coach, you'll make your way back to the pier.