Sao Francisco do Sul Centro Travel Guide

São Francisco do Sul

#SaoFranciscoDoSul #SantaCatarina 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.
#SaoFranciscoDoSul #SantaCatarina 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.
#SaoFranciscoDoSul #SantaCatarina 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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Enseada Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Enseada Beach during your travels in São Francisco do Sul? Take in the museums while you're in the area.

Enseada Beach

Museu Nacional do Mar Embarcações Brasileiras

You can study the exhibits at Museu Nacional do Mar Embarcações Brasileiras, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to São Francisco do Sul. Amble around the area's beaches or experience its museums.

Museu Nacional do Mar Embarcações Brasileiras

Ubatuba Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ubatuba Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Ubatuba.

Ubatuba Beach

Praia dos Ingleses

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia dos Ingleses during your trip to São Francisco do Sul? Amble around the area's beaches or experience its museums.

Praia dos Ingleses

Praia Bonita

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia Bonita during your trip to São Francisco do Sul?

Praia Bonita

Marechal Luz Fort

You can learn about the history of São Francisco do Sul with a stop at Marechal Luz Fort. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's museums.

Marechal Luz Fort

Top hotels in Sao Francisco do Sul Centro

Hotel Zibamba

Hotel Zibamba

3.5 out of 5
R. Fernandes Dias 27 São Francisco do Sul SC
Stay at this hotel in São Francisco do Sul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Museu Nacional do Mar Embarcações ...
7.2/10 Good! (20 reviews)
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Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

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Kontiki Hotel

Kontiki Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Rua Babitonga 211 São Francisco do Sul SC
Stay at this hotel in São Francisco do Sul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Museu Nacional do Mar Embarcações Brasileiras ...
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Comfort Hotel Joinville

Comfort Hotel Joinville

3 out of 5
Rua Senador Felipe Schmidt, 460 Centro Joinville SC
The price is ₹5,920 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
₹5,920
₹6,098 total
3 Apr - 4 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Joinville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Via Gastronomica and Mirante are located ...
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Blue Tree Towers Joinville

Blue Tree Towers Joinville

4 out of 5
Avenida Juscelino Kubitschek, 300 Joinville SC
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The price is ₹7,051 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
₹7,051
₹7,262 total
4 Apr - 5 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Joinville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions National Museum of Firefighters and Liga ...
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Hotel Tannenhof

Hotel Tannenhof

3 out of 5
Rua Visconde de Taunay, 340 Joinville SC
The price is ₹6,036 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
₹6,036
₹6,857 total
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Joinville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Via ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Tv doesn't works, not enough outlets in the room. AC not works properly. Not enough space to park my car.So many cars and not space to park.

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

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GoldMen Business Joinville

GoldMen Business Joinville

3 out of 5
R. Sete de Setembro, 40 Joinville SC
Stay at this hotel in Joinville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions National Museum of Immigration and Colonization and National ...
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Other neighbourhoods around Sao Francisco do Sul Centro

#SaoFranciscoDoSul #SantaCatarina 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.

Rócio Pequeno

While Rócio Pequeno may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Praia dos Ingleses and Praia do Paulas.

Rócio Pequeno
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São José do Acaraí

While São José do Acaraí isn't home to many top sights, Praia dos Ingleses and Praia do Paulas are some notable places to visit nearby.

São José do Acaraí
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Água Branca

Though Água Branca may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Praia dos Ingleses and Praia Bonita.

Água Branca
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Paulas

You'll enjoy the beaches and museums in Paulas. You might want to make time for a stop at Praia dos Ingleses or Calixto Beach.

Paulas
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Rocio Grande

Rocio Grande might not have many top sights, but Praia dos Ingleses and Praia do Paulas are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Rocio Grande
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Morro Grande

While there might not be top attractions in Morro Grande, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Praia dos Ingleses and Praia do Paulas.

Morro Grande

Sao Francisco do Sul Centro Travel Guide