Paranaguá

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From Paranagua there is a boat that goes to Ilha do Mel twice a day. 2h, all locals on board. Probably knowing each other since forever. Everyone couldn’t stop looking at me. It was funny, I felt comfortable and curios to know what were they thinking of a curly tired girl with 2 backpacks and a young face. I fell asleep as all passengers, sun kissed and wave hugged. This picture is what I first saw and I opened my eyes, I couldn’t believe this will be my home for the next days...
When I was backpacking in Brazil, all people I met where going to Ilha Grande and Rio de Janeiro. I was the only one having Curitiba,Paranagua and Ilha do Mel on my travel plan. At the beginning I was wondering why none of the millions backpackers that crossed my path was doing my same route. But when I handled to Paranagua I stopped wondering and start living my adventure. I was probably the only stranger around and I liked it. People where very excited for the coming carnival and really busy preparing the parade. I felt the quietness of locals in my soul and their smiles in my heart. I was sitting in a bar, none could speak English or Spanish, but I was laughing with the waitress about a crazy guy passed by. We’ve been friends for a minute. No WiFi, I got a juice with a strange name, no idea what was in it, I liked it. A man form Portugal started cheating with me, he had really nice and inspiring stories to tell. His eyes, lost eyes of a life full of feelings.

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Where to stay in Paranaguá

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Jardim Samambaia

While Jardim Samambaia isn't home to many top sights, Mel Island and Cotinga Island are some notable places to visit nearby.

Jardim Samambaia
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Ibis Paranagua

Ibis Paranagua

3.5 out of 5
Avenida Coronel Jose Lobo 136 Paranaguá PR
$64 nightly
The price is $67 total per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
$67 total
Feb 27 - Feb 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Paranaguá. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Museu do Instituto Historico ...
Ibis Paranagua
DELLA ECONOMY HOTEL

DELLA ECONOMY HOTEL

3 out of 5
R. João Régis, 23 Paranaguá PR
$60 nightly
The price is $63 total per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
$63 total
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Paranaguá. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Fonte Velha ou Fontinha and Mercado Municipal do ...
9/10 Wonderful! (8 reviews)
Equipe e limpeza.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

DELLA ECONOMY HOTEL
Porty Brasil

Porty Brasil

3.5 out of 5
Rua Julia da Costa Paranaguá Parana
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Paranaguá. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Fonte Velha ou Fontinha ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (56 reviews)
Quarto limpo e arrumado equipe recepção muito atenciosa.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

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Surfway Ilha do Mel

Surfway Ilha do Mel

3 out of 5
Surfway Ilha do Mel Paranaguá PR
Stay at this cabin in Paranaguá. Enjoy free WiFi, a private beach, and a garden. Popular attractions Praia Grande and Praia de Fora are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
O loft impecável, com tudo que precisamos. Local limpo, agradável, muito bem atendidos.

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025

Surfway Ilha do Mel
ROTA DO SOL APART HOTEL

ROTA DO SOL APART HOTEL

3.5 out of 5
Rua Tibagi Guaratuba PR
Stay at this aparthotel in Guaratuba. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Guaratuba Beach and Caioba Beach are located ...
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Guaraflat

Guaraflat

2.5 out of 5
Av. Visconde do Rio Branco, 5005 Guaratuba PR
Book a stay at this beach apartment in Guaratuba. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Guaratuba Beach and Brejatuba Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Simples e prático
Flat simples, sem luxo, muito próximo às praia. O carro não fica em garagem, fica estacionado em frente ao apartamento, sem portão.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2021

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Popular places to visit

Mel Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mel Island during your travels in Paranaguá. Stroll along the seaside or visit the churches while you're in the area.

Mel Island

Praia das Encantadas

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia das Encantadas during your trip to Paranaguá? Stroll along the seaside or visit the churches while you're in the area.

Praia das Encantadas

Praia do Trapiche da Nova Brasília

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia do Trapiche da Nova Brasília during your trip to Paranaguá? Discover the area's museums and churches.

Praia do Trapiche da Nova Brasília

Enchanted Grotto - Honey Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Enchanted Grotto - Honey Island during your travels in Paranaguá. Discover the area's museums and churches.

Enchanted Grotto - Honey Island

Praia do Farol

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia do Farol during your trip to Paranaguá? Amble around the area's seaside or visit its churches.

Praia do Farol

Santuario Nossa Senhora do Rocio

Find out about the history of Paranaguá when you take a trip to Santuario Nossa Senhora do Rocio. Stroll along the seaside or visit the churches while you're in the area.

Santuario Nossa Senhora do Rocio

Things to do

Sunset Train Ride

Sunset Train Ride

$96
per adult
Sunset Train Ride
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I was there to visit places where I was in 1970. I found the first school and the house we lived back there.

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