Hike Morro do Maluf
Pitangueiras 1.5 hrs
Ascend for panoramic views of Pitangueiras and Enseada beaches.
Where to stay
Hotels in Guaruja
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At a glance
Climate
Tropical
Languages
Portuguese
Local currency
BRL
(BRL)
Local time
(GMT-3)
Ideal trip length
2–7 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Pitangueiras
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
10% service often included
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
85 · Very good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Moqueca
Pastel
Pão de Queijo
Brigadeiro
When to visit Guaruja
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: January, December
Busiest: Dec-Feb
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Jan85
Hot, humid, rainy
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Feb80
Hot, humid, rainy
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Mar75
Warm, less rain
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Apr70
Mild, pleasant
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May65
Mild, drier
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Jun60
Cooler, dry
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Jul60
Cooler, dry
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Aug65
Cooler, dry
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Sept70
Warming, pleasant
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Oct75
Warm, good weather
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Nov80
Warm, pre-peak
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Dec85
Hot, humid, rainy
Things to do in Guaruja
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
3 places
Explore Fortaleza da Barra Grande
Ponta da Praia 2 hrs
Discover this 16th-century fort guarding the Santos estuary.
Enjoy fresh seafood at Mercado de Peixes
Ponta da Praia 1.5 hrs
Select and savor the day's catch from local fishermen.
Best in the afternoon
1 place
Visit Acqua Mundo Aquarium
Enseada 2 hrs
Explore marine life at Latin America's largest oceanarium.
Best in the evening
1 place
Stroll along Pitangueiras Boardwalk
Pitangueiras 2 hrs
Experience the lively beachfront atmosphere and street vendors.
Any time of day
2 places
Relax at Praia da Enseada
Enseada 3 hrs
Enjoy the long, calm sands of Guarujá's most famous beach.
Surf at Praia do Tombo
Tombo 3 hrs
Catch waves at Guarujá's Blue Flag certified surfing beach.
Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Guaruja
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