São Francisco do Sul Travel Guide

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Aerial drone photo of São Francisco do Sul Beaches in Santa catarina - Brazil
Aerial drone photo of São Francisco do Sul Beaches in Santa catarina - Brazil
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Historic church in city of Sao 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.

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#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.

Enseada

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

Enseada
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Praia do Ervino

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

Praia do Ervino
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Ubatuba

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

Ubatuba
#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.

Sao Francisco do Sul Centro

Visitors to Sao Francisco do Sul Centro like its beaches and museums, and Museu Nacional do Mar Embarcações Brasileiras is a sight worth a stop.

Sao Francisco do Sul Centro
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Vila da Glória

When in Vila da Glória, you can plan a visit to Praia Bonita and Praia dos Ingleses, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Vila da Glória
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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
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
The price is AU$151 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$151
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in São Francisco do Sul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Figueira Beach and Museu do Naufragio ...
Hotel VillaReal Sao Francisco do Sul
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 ...
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Pousada Villa da Glória
Residencial dos Reis

Residencial dos Reis

2.5 out of 5
Rua Rio de Janeiro, 1347 São Francisco do Sul SC
The price is AU$81 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
AU$81
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in São Francisco do Sul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Enseada Beach and Praia da Saudade ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
O apart tem um espaço bom, porém móveis antigos. Parece airbnb e não apart hotel. Cozinha sem equipamentos básicos, mas quando solicitamos fomos atendidos. A localização é muito boa.

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

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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 Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Enseada Beach and Praia da Saudade ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
O apart tem um espaço bom, porém móveis antigos. Parece airbnb e não apart hotel. Cozinha sem equipamentos básicos, mas quando solicitamos fomos atendidos. A localização é muito boa.

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Residencial dos Reis
Casa de Praia Brisa do Oceano com Piscina Privativa - São Francisco do Sul

Casa de Praia Brisa do Oceano com Piscina Privativa - São Francisco do Sul

4 out of 5
R. Macapá, 196 São Francisco do Sul SC
Stay at this holiday home in São Francisco do Sul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Praia da Saudade and Praia do Molhe ...
Casa de Praia Brisa do Oceano com Piscina Privativa - São Francisco do Sul
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 holiday home in São Francisco do Sul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a garden. Popular attractions Ilha do Perneta and Museu Nacional ...
Family house 40m from Babitonga Bay - Kitchen open to the forest!
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Popular places to visit

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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

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

Capri Beach

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

Capri Beach

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