During the summer. Although it is possible to visit the city at any time of the year, between December and March it is high summer and the best time to enjoy the beach.
In the city of Santos there are several options for different tastes. Among them we can mention Praia do Gonzaga, Praia de José Menino, Ponta da Praia, Praia do Embaré and Praia de Aparecida.
You can either take a day trip or extend it to a weekend and enjoy the beaches and attractions of Santos for 2 or 3 days.
In addition to the beaches, there is fun with charming walks there that you need to put on the list. Some of them are the visit to the Coffee Museum, the Orla da Praia Gardens (the largest in the world) and the Santos Municipal Aquarium
The best option is to stay at the end of Avenida Ana Costa. This is because the region is well structured and concentrates most hotels.
In the city of Santos you can escape the traditional, and enjoy the comic book. But if you are looking for something a little more ordinary, you can enjoy the bars, theaters and restaurants as well.
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