São Francisco do Sul

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Historic church in city of Sao Francisco do Sul
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São Francisco do Sul é a cidade mais antiga do Estado de Santa Catarina e a terceira cidade mais antiga do Brasil. Foi colonizada por Portugueses e Espanhóis. O primeiro índio brasileiro a pisar em solo europeu era daqui. Tem o quinto maior porto do Brasil e no verão é muito procurada pelas suas praias. No Centro Histórico, além de apreciar o casario resultado da colonização portuguesa,  vale a pena fazer uma visita à Igreja Matriz Nossa Senhora da Graça, ao Mercado Municipal de 1900 e ao Museu Nacional do Mar que é o único museu no Brasil de embarcações brasileiras.

São Francisco do Sul is the oldest city in the State of Santa Catarina and the third oldest city in Brazil. It was colonized by Portuguese and Spanish. The first Brazilian Indian to tread on European soil was from here. It has the fifth largest port in Brazil and in the summer is much sought after by its beaches. In the Historic Center, in addition to appreciating the settlement resulting from the Portuguese colonization, it is worthwhile to visit the Mother Church Nossa Senhora da Graça, the Municipal Market of 1900 and the National Museum of the Sea which is the only museum in Brazil of Brazilian vessels.
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São Francisco do Sul é a cidade mais antiga do Estado de Santa Catarina e a terceira cidade mais antiga do Brasil. Foi colonizada por Portugueses e Espanhóis. O primeiro índio brasileiro a pisar em solo europeu era daqui. Tem o quinto maior porto do Brasil e no verão é muito procurada pelas suas praias. No Centro Histórico, além de apreciar o casario resultado da colonização portuguesa,  vale a pena fazer uma visita à Igreja Matriz Nossa Senhora da Graça, ao Mercado Municipal de 1900 e ao Museu Nacional do Mar que é o único museu no Brasil de embarcações brasileiras.

São Francisco do Sul is the oldest city in the State of Santa Catarina and the third oldest city in Brazil. It was colonized by Portuguese and Spanish. The first Brazilian Indian to tread on European soil was from here. It has the fifth largest port in Brazil and in the summer is much sought after by its beaches. In the Historic Center, in addition to appreciating the settlement resulting from the Portuguese colonization, it is worthwhile to visit the Mother Church Nossa Senhora da Graça, the Municipal Market of 1900 and the National Museum of the Sea which is the only museum in Brazil of Brazilian vessels.

Where to stay in São Francisco do Sul

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Enseada

Travelers like the beaches in Enseada, and Enseada Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Praia do Ervino

Travelers like the beaches in Praia do Ervino, and Ervino Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Ubatuba

You'll enjoy the beaches and historic sites in Ubatuba. You might want to make time for a stop at Ubatuba Beach or Itaguacu Beach.

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Vila da Glória

While there might not be top attractions in Vila da Glória, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Praia Bonita and Praia dos Ingleses.

Vila da Glória
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São Francisco do Sul é a cidade mais antiga do Estado de Santa Catarina e a terceira cidade mais antiga do Brasil. Foi colonizada por Portugueses e Espanhóis. O primeiro índio brasileiro a pisar em solo europeu era daqui. Tem o quinto maior porto do Brasil e no verão é muito procurada pelas suas praias. No Centro Histórico, além de apreciar o casario resultado da colonização portuguesa,  vale a pena fazer uma visita à Igreja Matriz Nossa Senhora da Graça, ao Mercado Municipal de 1900 e ao Museu Nacional do Mar que é o único museu no Brasil de embarcações brasileiras.

São Francisco do Sul is the oldest city in the State of Santa Catarina and the third oldest city in Brazil. It was colonized by Portuguese and Spanish. The first Brazilian Indian to tread on European soil was from here. It has the fifth largest port in Brazil and in the summer is much sought after by its beaches. In the Historic Center, in addition to appreciating the settlement resulting from the Portuguese colonization, it is worthwhile to visit the Mother Church Nossa Senhora da Graça, the Municipal Market of 1900 and the National Museum of the Sea which is the only museum in Brazil of Brazilian vessels.

Sao Francisco do Sul Centro

1/5(1 area review)

Travelers enjoy Sao Francisco do Sul Centro for its beaches and museums. Consider checking out Museu Nacional do Mar Embarcações Brasileiras while you're in the area.

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Reta

Though Reta might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Calixto Beach and Praia dos Ingleses.

Reta
Pousada Villa da Glória

Pousada Villa da Glória

3 out of 5
Rua Lindolfo de Freitas Ledoux, 3155 São Francisco do Sul Santa Catarina
Stay at this pousada in São Francisco do Sul. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Ilha do Perneta and Museu Nacional do ...
7.6/10 Good! (68 reviews)
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Incrível lugar maravilhoso sossego tranquilidade e natureza

Reviewed on May 2, 2023

Pousada Villa da Glória
Hotel VillaReal Sao Francisco do Sul

Hotel VillaReal Sao Francisco do Sul

3.5 out of 5
Rua Francisco Machado de Souza 1135 São Francisco do Sul SC
$150 nightly
The price is $157 total per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
$157 total
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in São Francisco do Sul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Figueira Beach and Museu ...
9/10 Wonderful! (132 reviews)
Muito legal... adoramos o hotel... a vista e Linda... atendimento muito bom

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2020

Hotel VillaReal Sao Francisco do Sul
Blue Tree Towers Joinville

Blue Tree Towers Joinville

4 out of 5
Avenida Juscelino Kubitschek, 300 Joinville SC
$64 nightly
The price is $66 total per night from Feb 13 to Feb 14
$66 total
Feb 13 - Feb 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Joinville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions National Museum of Firefighters ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (985 reviews)
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Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Blue Tree Towers Joinville
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Residencial dos Reis

Residencial dos Reis

2.5 out of 5
Rua Rio de Janeiro, 1347 São Francisco do Sul SC
Stay at this aparthotel in São Francisco do Sul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Enseada Beach and Praia da Saudade ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
A equipe foi muito atenciosa

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025

Residencial dos Reis
Lofts Meia Morada

Lofts Meia Morada

2 out of 5
R. Águas de Chapecó, 157 São Francisco do Sul SC
Stay at this apartment in São Francisco do Sul. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Enseada Beach and Ubatuba Beach are located nearby.
Lofts Meia Morada
Family house 40m from Babitonga Bay - Kitchen open to the forest!

Family house 40m from Babitonga Bay - Kitchen open to the forest!

Vila da Gloria São Francisco do Sul SC
Stay at this vacation home in São Francisco do Sul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Ilha do Perneta and Museu Nacional ...
Family house 40m from Babitonga Bay - Kitchen open to the forest!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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