City culture
Choose neighbourhoods, architecture or a museum with a planned route.
Explore a region
South America
Brazilian beaches, waterfront cities and the flavours of the southern coast.
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What draws you here?
Coastal escapes
Enjoy a beach or island excursion suited to the time ashore.
Food & atmosphere
Make regional cooking and a relaxed local stop part of your day.
Ports to explore
- Rio de Janeiro
- Santos · São Paulo
- Salvador
- Búzios
- Ilhabela
- Buenos Aires
- Montevideo
- Punta del Este
These are examples of ports and destinations MSC lists in this region. Calls vary by season and itinerary.
MSC’s regional destinations & portsPlan your day ashore
Santos is the cruise gateway for São Paulo, rather than the city centre. Allow for road transfers and follow current port guidance when choosing independent transport.
Checked October 4, 2026. Use your chosen sailing for confirmed ports, arrival arrangements and time ashore.