Title: Visit São Francisco do Sul: Best of São Francisco do Sul Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in São Francisco do Sul](https://expedia.ca/Sao-Francisco-Do-Sul-Hotels.d6053373.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in São Francisco do Sul](https://expedia.ca/Sao-Francisco-Do-Sul-Vacation-Rentals.d6053373.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to São Francisco do Sul](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Sao-Francisco-Do-Sul.d6053373.Travel-Guide-Flights)[São Francisco do Sul Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Sao-Francisco-Do-Sul.d6053373.Car-Rental-Guide)[São Francisco do Sul Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Sao-Francisco-Do-Sul.d6053373.Destination-Travel-Guides) # São Francisco do Sul ## Travel Guide ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053373/63234926-c414-4b18-9247-042a31aed12e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053373/63234926-c414-4b18-9247-042a31aed12e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Historic church in city of Sao Francisco do Sul](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053373/de8620f5-d5aa-4459-8556-d918aa9cd797.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053373/171df2c7-0029-41ad-a846-48293b840d9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053373/b8ce35c4-b332-41b7-8bc5-c2d29913b07b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit São Francisco do Sul Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in 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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053373/b8ce35c4-b332-41b7-8bc5-c2d29913b07b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Enseada Travelers like the beaches in Enseada, and Enseada Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.ca/Sao-Francisco-Do-Sul-Enseada.dx553248635318477023) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ubatuba You'll enjoy the beaches and historic sites in Ubatuba. You might want to make time for a stop at Ubatuba Beach or Fort Beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Sao-Francisco-Do-Sul-Ubatuba.dx553248635318486962) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Praia do Ervino Travelers like the beaches in Praia do Ervino, and Ervino Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.ca/Sao-Francisco-Do-Sul-Praia-Do-Ervino.dx553248635318492256) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Sao-Francisco-Do-Sul-Vila-Da-Gloria.dx553248635318481063) ![#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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053373/d336e835-aa59-4fbf-ae6a-1f8c944038fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sao Francisco do Sul Centro 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Sao-Francisco-Do-Sul-Sao-Francisco-Do-Sul-Centro.dx553248635318523672) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Iperoba While Iperoba might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ubatuba Beach and Enseada Beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Sao-Francisco-Do-Sul-Iperoba.dx553248635318491858) - São Francisco do Sul Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in São Francisco do Sul ![Hotel VillaReal Sao Francisco do Sul](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15150000/15146400/15146399/b46be12a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel VillaReal Sao Francisco do Sul Rua Francisco Machado de Souza 1135 São Francisco do Sul SC CA $165 CA $173 total Feb 13 - Feb 14 includes taxes & 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 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=15146399&PinnedHotelID=15146399&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6053373) ![Pousada Villa da Glória](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/27000000/26710000/26707800/26707756/2374e650_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pousada Villa da Glória 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 ... 7.8/10 Good! (74 reviews) Paraíso Incrível lugar maravilhoso sossego tranquilidade e natureza Reviewed on May 2, 2023 [Get rates](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=26707756&PinnedHotelID=26707756&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6053373) [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=26707756&PinnedHotelID=26707756&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6053373) ![Comfort Hotel Joinville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1490000/1486400/1486389/261935de_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Comfort Hotel Joinville Rua Senador Felipe Schmidt, 460 Centro Joinville SC CA $79 CA $81 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Joinville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Via Gastronomica and Mirante ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (808 reviews) I stayed only for the night, it was just a stop to sleep during a long trip, so I can't say much, but it was a good experience. Reviewed on May 15, 2024 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=1486389&PinnedHotelID=1486389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6053373) [See all 1,024 properties in São Francisco do Sul](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F02%2F2026&endDate=10%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6053373) 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](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12540000/12535200/12535116/c40813d1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Residencial dos Reis 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! (20 reviews) A equipe foi muito atenciosa Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Sao-Francisco-Do-Sul-Hotels-Residencial-Dos-Reis.h12535116.Hotel-Information) ![Lofts Meia Morada](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102770000/102761800/102761741/3d8c3b28_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lofts Meia Morada 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Sao-Francisco-Do-Sul-Hotels-Lofts-Meia-Morada.h102761741.Hotel-Information) ![Family house 40m from Babitonga Bay - Kitchen open to the forest!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113620000/113611800/113611729/8f6580cb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 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 ... [](https://expedia.ca/Sao-Francisco-Do-Sul-Hotels-Vrbo-Property.h113611729.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in São Francisco do Sul](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6053373&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Take in the museums while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Enseada-Beach-Sao-Francisco-do-Sul.d6268385.Vacation-Attraction) #### Ubatuba Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ubatuba Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Ubatuba. [](https://expedia.ca/Ubatuba-Beach-Santa-Catarina-State.d6268393.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Praia-Dos-Ingleses-Sao-Francisco-do-Sul.d553248635997368320.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. 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