Currency
Brazilian Real (BRL)
Language
Portuguese
Time Zone
BRT (UTC-3)
Best Time to Visit
Dec–Mar
Typical Duration
7-14 nights
Price Range
From $72 pp
Port Type
Departure & Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Santos is South America's largest port and a gateway to Brazil's vibrant coast, offering cruises to iconic destinations like Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, and Buenos Aires with diverse cultural and natural experiences.
Cruises that visit Santos
- cruises to Santos
- Santos sailings
- Santos cruises
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Build Your Day in Santos
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 6:00 PM
Usually about 10 hours ashore
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
Praiamar Shopping
Spacious indoor mall with a cinema
Open · Closes 10 PM
Aquário Municipal de Santos
The price ticket is very cheap and the attractions inside are cool.
Temporarily closed
Miramar Shopping
Has supervised entrances on both sides of the building.
Shopping Parque Balneário
Relaxed mall with a food court
Open · Closes 10 PM
Orla and Gardens of Santos Beach
Very pretty views worth every moment
Praça das Bandeiras
It has a lovely fountain and a train that is part of the city's history.
Acqua Mundo
The only thing it's they need to reform the place, overall it's pretty good.
New Era Emporium
MOUTH-WATERING food!
Orquidário Municipal de Santos
Plants, animals and the children museum amazing.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Pátio Iporanga
Contemporary shopping & cultural venue
Open · Closes 10 PM
Museu Pelé
It's a free admission museum but very well maintained and curated so well.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Municipal Park Roberto Mario Santini
On sunny days you can hide in the shade, sit on a bench and relax.
Bar do Toninho
Santos classic place , unique
Closed · Opens 8 AM Tue
Deck do Pescador
Free entry, family-friendly.
Bossa Café & Bistrô
Food was delicious, environment was very relaxed, great overall experience.
Cantina Babbo Américo
The pasta was yummy, ingredients are super high quality.
Closes soon · 3:30 PM
Outfall of Santos
Great artwork and viewpoint.
Restaurante Olímpia
A little overpriced, the food was good and the staff was fantastic
Gold Star
Great pay by the kg place for lunch
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM Tue
Santos Touristic Tram
There’s vendors of artisanal craft, food and beverages next to that point.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Tue
Tasca do Porto
Good food, tight spaces, slow service
Closes soon · 4 PM
Revo Manufactory
Great food, service, and ambience - and I loved all the plant decor!
Praia Santos Canal 2
Beautiful beach and crazy hot weather 😁
Memorial das Conquistas - Santos Futebol Clube
A very beautiful and well organized museum.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
Dona Nice Steakhouse
The service was amazing and the food was absolutely delicious.
Closes soon · 4 PM
Café Carioca
Great service here in Santos
Praia do Canal 1 (Praia José Menino)
Best coconut in town is there
Bar do Dante
Hefty meals & cocktails in a casual spot
Closed · Opens 5 PM Tue
Cantina di Lucca
We had the risotto which was blend and the parmegiana which was fine.
Closed · Opens 6 PM
Naus
Probably a good restaurant just for a quick lunch.
Closed · Opens 6 PM
Praia do Gonzaga
Big beach, nice
Museu de Pesca
Great Place!
Temporarily closed
Restaurante Vista ao Mar
Pricey, but excellent food!
Praia do José Menino
Great beach and easy to walk.
Praia do Boqueirão
Expansive & sandy public beach
Corner of Cod
Emparda and carne croquets.
Bodegaia Restaurante e Cervejaria
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery
Closed · Opens 5 PM Tue
King Coffee
The coffee was delicious, service was great
Capitães Gastronomia
Perfect food, perfect service, great cocktails and nice view.
Madê Cozinha Autoral
Absolutely amazing staff, food and atmosphere.
Closed · Opens 12 PM Tue
Gonzaga beach
Very nice and clean beach
472 Lounge & Food
Cozy place with good food and drinks.
Closed · Opens 5 PM Tue
Dona Angola | Restaurante e Pizzaria em Santos
They serve hearty, flavourful meals and the staff is great.
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM Tue
Lagoa da Saudade
Porta do Sol - Restaurante do Paquito
It’s more on the expensive side, but really worth it.
Closed · Opens 11:45 AM Tue
Restaurante Almeida
The conversation with the waitress was amazing !!!
Boteco Seu Tijuca
Dine-in·Curbside pickup
Closed · Opens 6 PM Tue
Restaurante São Paulo
The restaurant was clean and inviting, and our waiter provided good service.
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Bar Heinz
Good beer, simple setting.
Brasamar Churrascaria & Choperia
Excellent service, great food, cold beer.
J. Garcia – Frutos do Mar
Great octopus and fish filet.
Bublet Casual Food
Great menu, great food and ambiance, with reasonable price
Closed · Opens 5 PM Tue
Museu do Porto de Santos
(And its free!)
Hiná Restaurante
Extravagant taste of the dishes, well prepared and excellent service
Closed · Opens 12 PM Tue
Quintal da Véia
Great place, great vibes, great music, caipirinhas were great.
Closed · Opens 6 PM Wed
José Menino beach
In the off-season it's fine.
Coco Marine
With a stellar menu and exceptional service, it's a must-visit.
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM Tue
79 Station - Restaurante
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·Delivery
Restaurante Salt Parrilla e Frutos do Mar
Cocktails and food are superb.
Closed · Opens 6 PM Tue
Duport Bistrô e Café
Best coffee I tried in Santos, the service is amazing.
Enoteca Decanter Santos
We had steak, fantastic champagne.
Gustavo Alvarenga
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 6 PM
Praia do Embare
Historical places and monuments, markets and bakery nearby.
O Lagar Culinária Portuguesa
We had a business dinner there and the food was spectacular.
Closes soon · 4 PM
Aparecida Beach
Nice city beach with beautiful park next to it.
Santos Shore Garden
Great variety, comparing to Vegas all you can eat- it’s ok.
Hideout Speakeasy
Hidden gem in Santos – the ultimate speakeasy experience!
Closed · Opens 7 PM Tue
Hill of Santa Catarina
Casa 44 Gastronomia
#1 in Santos for Brunch!
Cestù Restaurante
The classic interiors, friendly staff and superb food were remarkable.
Closed · Opens 12 PM Tue
Da Conceição Gastronomia
Everything is very fresh and light, great steak, delicious homemade juices.
Zucca Culinária Artesanal
The vegetable options in the lunch bufet are super tasty and full of flavor.
Closed · Opens 12 PM Tue
Santos Best Coffee
A exquisite place for coffee and sweet.
Urbana Coquetelaria
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 6 PM Wed
Santo Café
Dine-in·Takeout
Coffee Berry
Dine-in·Curbside pickup
DiSantú
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery
Love Santos Beach Point
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
Santos
is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here —
it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.
About Santos
Santos stands as a vibrant hub for South American cruising, welcoming four major cruise lines including MSC Cruises, Oceania Cruises, Holland America Line, and Celebrity Cruises. With over 200 upcoming sailings and the flexibility to serve as both an embarkation port and a port of call, Santos offers cruise passengers exceptional variety. Most voyages from here span seven nights, with peak travel occurring during the Southern Hemisphere summer months of December through March, making it an ideal departure point for exploring Brazil's stunning coastline and beyond.
From Santos, you'll have access to some of South America's most coveted cruise destinations, including the glamorous beaches of Buzios, the historic charm of Salvador de Bahia, and the iconic beauty of Rio de Janeiro. Whether you're embarking on a new adventure or enjoying Santos as a port stop, you'll find this bustling Brazilian port city serves as the perfect launching point for unforgettable South American experiences. The combination of excellent cruise infrastructure and proximity to world-class destinations makes Santos a compelling choice for your next cruise vacation.
From Santos, you'll have access to some of South America's most coveted cruise destinations, including the glamorous beaches of Buzios, the historic charm of Salvador de Bahia, and the iconic beauty of Rio de Janeiro. Whether you're embarking on a new adventure or enjoying Santos as a port stop, you'll find this bustling Brazilian port city serves as the perfect launching point for unforgettable South American experiences. The combination of excellent cruise infrastructure and proximity to world-class destinations makes Santos a compelling choice for your next cruise vacation.
Cruise Lines at Santos
- MSC Cruises (233 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (6 cruises)
- Holland America Line (2 cruises)
