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Museu Pelé: Private Tour of Football's Greatest Legacy

Enter the world's only museum dedicated to Pelé — the greatest footballer of all time — in the city where he made his legend, with a private guide to bring every trophy, jersey, and photograph to vivid life.

What to expect

You walk through a beautifully curated space tracing Pelé's journey from barefoot child in Bauru to three-time World Cup winner and global ambassador. Original match jerseys, golden boots, and personal correspondence fill glass cases while rare footage plays on looping screens. Your guide draws connections between Santos FC's golden era and Brazilian cultural identity. A short walk or taxi brings you to the historic Vila Belmiro stadium for an optional stadium tour.

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Museu Pelé (official)
BRL 40 per person (approx. USD 8) entry; private guide from approx. USD 80
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Good to know

The museum is centrally located in downtown Santos, a short taxi from the pier. Open Tuesday–Sunday. Combine with a stop at the Coffee Museum — they are within easy walking distance of each other — to make the most of your port day downtown.

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Luxury cruises that call at Santos (Sao Paulo) — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.

Oceania · Oceania Insignia
12 nights · calls at Santos (Sao Paulo)
from $3,899
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Azamara · Azamara Journey
23 nights · calls at Santos (Sao Paulo)
from $8,051
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Azamara · Azamara Quest
26 nights · calls at Santos (Sao Paulo)
from $12,381
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Cunard · Queen Anne
20 nights · calls at Santos (Sao Paulo)
from $4,635
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