Museo de Café
Museo de Café
4.5
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Inaugurated in 1998, the Coffee Museum is one of the main touristic attractions of the City of Santos and has as main purpose to preserve and make known the history of coffee in Brazil and in the world. By means of objects, documents and audiovisual media, the Institution shows the public how the evolution of coffee culture and the political, economic and cultural development of the country are closely connected since the second half of the XVIII century and up to our days.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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- A gente tá por aíSao Paulo, SP253 contributionsA beautiful building that houses the museum of one of the most consumed products in Brazil and the world. The museum's collection is small but with a lot of information, however it is more worth visiting the beautiful building and its rooms, especially the central one. On Saturdays the entrance is free, so it's worth it. In 30 minutes, VC can make the visit. It's worth giving a parade in the cafeteria.Olá! Agradecemos por sua visita e por compartilhar sua experiência no Museu do Café. Ficamos felizes em saber que apreciou a beleza do edifício e as informações compartilhadas sobre a história do café. Nosso objetivo é oferecer uma experiência enriquecedora. E que bom que aproveitou a cafeteria, nada como um bom café para completar a visita. Esperamos recebê-lo novamente em breve! Atenciosamente, Equipe Museu do CaféWritten February 24, 2025This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited February 2025Traveled with familyWritten February 8, 2025
- SAMURAIABCJapan3,280 contributionsIt is a legacy of the port of Santos, which flourished in the coffee trade. The items on display are not particularly rare, but the buildings themselves recall the prosperity of the time. I had coffee at the cafe in the building, but I didn't really know how it tasted because it was an espresso I don't usually drink much. It is within walking distance of the bus terminal about an hour from São Paulo.Visited July 2024Traveled soloWritten July 24, 2024
- MatheusColaresSao Paulo, SP88 contributionsMuseum in the historic centre of Santos that tells about the history of coffee and its influences in the country and the city. It's in the building where the coffee bag worked. The building is well preserved and the visit is pleasant. The timeline on the top floor is quite explaining. There is a cafeteria on the ground floor with good options for special cafes. On Saturdays, admission is free.Olá, Matheus! Agradecemos por visitar o Museu do Café e compartilhar a sua experiência! É muito especial saber que dedicou um tempo para conhecer a instituição, conhecendo a história do café e do edifício. Esperamos que retorne em outras oportunidades! Atenciosamente, Equipe Museu do CaféWritten January 22, 2025This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited January 2025Traveled with friendsWritten January 19, 2025
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Marta L
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Feb 2024 • Friends
At the cafeteria, the coffee I ordered was COLD! When I asked if they served it that way, the waitress replied that "I took a while taking a photo and that's why it got cold" (impossible); He also changed me for another one. Before going I read that admission was free; When we got there it turned out that it pays.
It's a beautiful place.
The experience of doing the period photo session is wonderful (it is paid).
It's a beautiful place.
The experience of doing the period photo session is wonderful (it is paid).
Written February 12, 2024
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Olá!
Agradecemos pela visita e registrar seu feedback!
Para nós, do Museu do Café, as observações do público são fundamentais para seguirmos garantindo a melhor experiência nos espaços.
Aos sábados a entrada ao Museu é gratuita, nos demais dias, de terça a domingo, a inteira custa R$ 16, e a meia entrada R$ 8.
Esperamos que o MC seja o seu destino em mais oportunidades!
Atenciosamente,
Equipe Museu do Café
Written February 16, 2024
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Fabiana Moura
Salvador, BA849 contributions
Jan 2024 • Family
The Coffee Museum is close to the Pelé Museum and the tram ride. We had a snack at the cafe where they have a wide gourmet range and then took a guided tour. In fact, the explanation is in the Auction Hall and in the other spaces we go through the guide. The explanations guide how coffee production is closely linked to our economy, politics and culture.
Written March 6, 2024
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Eaton_Out
Greenville, SC649 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
We visited the Coffee Museum in Santos as part of a cruise ship excursion. Santos is a gritty port city with many decaying waterfront buildings. The Coffee Museum had interesting exhibits but all of the placards were in Portuguese. It seems that most cruise tourists are Americans or Canadians and speak English, so the museum needs to fix this problem. Also many displays were faded and worn. The museum was extremely hot on what was a Fall day for Santos, although some sections were air conditioned. There is a coffee shop near the entrance that was very busy selling local brew. There is a fair amount of seating just outside the coffee shop. No soft drinks were in sight. I am unsure if water or food was being sold at the coffee shop.
Written March 29, 2024
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Lauro C
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Nov 2023 • Couples
Interesting for those who like coffee or history in general
There are several curious points but some rooms without air conditioning are very hot.
I went on Sunday after taking a ride on the tourist tram and I had a feeling of insecurity walking through the center with all the stores closed, including restaurants and snack bars.
Maybe that's why the coffee museum's cafeteria was crowded and had a waiting line.
There are several curious points but some rooms without air conditioning are very hot.
I went on Sunday after taking a ride on the tourist tram and I had a feeling of insecurity walking through the center with all the stores closed, including restaurants and snack bars.
Maybe that's why the coffee museum's cafeteria was crowded and had a waiting line.
Written November 21, 2023
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Wilson R Jr
Itapetininga, SP138 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
From the facade (architecture), to the large Hall where the Café's prices were defined, furniture, works of art (among them, beautiful examples by Benedicto Calixto) and history... make the visit stunning. Lots to see, including artifacts related to coffee culture and all related processes and many texts related to history, very educational. Worth knowing!
Written October 21, 2023
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Olá!
Agradecemos por visitar o Museu do Café e compartilhar a sua experiência!
É muito especial saber que dedicou um tempo para conhecer a instituição, conhecendo a história do café e do edifício.
Esperamos que retorne em outras oportunidades!
Atenciosamente,
Equipe Museu do Café
Written November 3, 2023
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53businesstraveler69
Savannah, GA363 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
This museum currently reside in the city center, very close to where the old ports operated from. It was quite interesting how the crops were managed, prices set, and it reminds me off what may look like in modern times as the closed doors meetings held in Alaska annually to set the prices of fish, and crab. A similarly Regulated body operated from here over a hundred years ago. Don't leave without sitting for a couple cups of coffee in their cafe.
Written December 17, 2023
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Katia M
Sao Roque, SP112 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
Whenever we go to Santos, we like to visit the Coffee Museum. It's in the historic center and on Saturdays entry is free. It has beautiful architecture, a historic and well-maintained building. It shows how the old coffee exchange worked and the history of coffee in Brazil as well. Unmissable tour.
Written August 3, 2023
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Olá, Katia!
Agradecemos por compartilhar a sua experiência no Museu do Café!
É muito especial saber que realiza um passeio na instituição sempre que visita a cidade de Santos. Também é gratificante conhecer o seu destaque para a arquitetura e a conservação do edifício, além do conteúdo apresentado nos espaços expositivos.
Esperamos o seu retorno em breve!
Atenciosamente,
Equipe Museu do Café
Written August 8, 2023
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Lynn F
Parkland, FL300 contributions
Feb 2020
If you enjoy coffee or history, this is a stop not to be missed. The tour and history of this museum was enlightening and fun. There are displays, videos and even the original furnishings. We ended this tour with a stop in the cafe. We tried the "bird poop" coffee (any coffee lover knows what I'm referring to) before buying it in whole beans to take home. They don't display it because of the price, but you just have to ask for it. Good thing we tried it before buying the beans to take home. It's more of a story than a delicious/exotic drink. Great stop and a decent cup of coffee.
Written February 26, 2020
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Hi, Lynn!
Thank you so much for this posivite avaliation!
It means a lot to hear about your experiences visiting the Museum and the coffee shop. To know you enjoyed the tour and got to understand coffee's history a little more is extremely gratifying.
Do come back in the future!
Best regards,
Coffee Museum's Team
Written April 2, 2020
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dgoldyn
Curaçao238 contributions
Dec 2016
Everything is in Portuguese. Very little English translation. It wasn't that interesting to me. The building itself was kind of cool but nothing to go out of your way to stay. The highlight was a cuppa coffee at the cafeteria which was delicious. This is not a must see. My entire group of three found it lackluster
Written December 17, 2016
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Marc1305_12
São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil1 contribution
Jan 2012 • Friends
Nice to see a preserved building, built in 1920, which displays the mahogany carved pit, with seats, where brokers bought & sold the coffee Brazil is só famous for. Very nicely preserved mural paintings of old Santos. Worth the visit.
Written January 24, 2012
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Sí...no madrugas, jé! Según época año y días, abren a partir 9 amhs. Hay variedad infusiones, petit fours y algo de panadería para acompañar. Tmb degustaciones guiadas x sommeliers, souvenirs y mucha historia!
Written July 9, 2019
Gostaria de saber qto é a entrada e se pode comprar na hora?
Written April 4, 2019
Sim, custa R$ 10,00 e pode comprar na hora.
Written April 18, 2019
Hi, sorry to write again. wasn't sure it went through the first time. Is Coffee Museum walking distance from the cruise port? Did you feel safe walking on your own or were you with a tour? Where did you exchange brazilian money? Thank you!
Written February 11, 2019
I just found your question! I submit reviews once in a while but do not pay that much attention to Trip Advisor unless we are traveling and then we check it every day for recommendations. We arrived Santos on a container ship on the opposite side of the waterway from the city. Took Uber to downtown. That includes a ferry ride and was very cheap. Left a huge tip with the driver and he tried to refuse it. Felt 100% safe at all times. Do not miss the old trolly car, a short walk from the coffee museum. The restaurant at the trolly car start point is excellent. We use ATM machines once we arrive at a country. Purchase $100 or so in local currency before we depart home.
Written May 6, 2019
De acordo com o site funciona domingo das 10h as 17h (há uma indicação de que no dia das mães o horário pode ser diferente.
Written May 7, 2018
só entre se reservar ingresso antes ou da pra comprar na hora?
Written April 13, 2018
Aos sábados a visitação ainda é gratuita? Se não, qual o valor da entrada?
Written January 2, 2018
A visitacao no museu sempre tem cobrança de ingresso porem o acesso para a sala do café é gratuita.
Written January 3, 2018
O passeio do Bonde do Café fica próximo ao Museu ? O que fazer primeiro , a visita no Museu ou o passeio de bonde ?
Written November 22, 2017
O Museu do Café fica a uns 3 quarteirões do ponto de partida do Bonde.
O ideal é chegar cedo, tipo 09:00 ficar caminhando pelo Centro Antigo (muitos prédios antigos bonitos, mas mau conservados, uma pena), visitar o Museu, depois pegar o bonde (acho que começa as 11h:00m). É bem bacana.
Dica: se o tempo estiver bom, vá ao mirante do Monte Serrat, é perto. A vista é muito bonita.
Written November 22, 2017
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