Paranaguá Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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.

Where to stay in Paranaguá

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Jardim Samambaia

Though Jardim Samambaia may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mel Island and Cotinga Island.

Jardim Samambaia
Porty Brasil

Porty Brasil

3.5 out of 5
Rua Julia da Costa Paranaguá Parana
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Paranaguá. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Fonte Velha ou Fontinha and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (50 reviews)
Local muito bom e limpo

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

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Ibis Paranagua

Ibis Paranagua

3.5 out of 5
Avenida Coronel Jose Lobo 136 Paranaguá PR
The price is NZ$103 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
NZ$103
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Paranaguá. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Museu do Instituto Historico ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (336 reviews)
Nice breakfast

Reviewed on 20 June 2025

Ibis Paranagua
DELLA ECONOMY HOTEL

DELLA ECONOMY HOTEL

3 out of 5
R. João Régis, 23 Paranaguá PR
The price is NZ$104 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
NZ$104
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Paranaguá. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Fonte Velha ou Fontinha and Mercado Municipal do ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7 reviews)
O hotel é bem limpo, cama confortáveis, roupa de cama e banho em boas condições. Fácil acesso a tudo. As funcionários são muito atenciosas. Ótimo para mulheres que viajam sozinha.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 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 Wi-Fi, 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 6 Nov 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 Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Guaratuba Beach and Caioba Beach are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Áreas comuns muito bem cuidadas : piscinas limpas e campos de futebol de grama natural muito bem cortadas

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

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Casa Vermelha

Casa Vermelha

3 out of 5
R. Guarantas, 10 Antonina PR
Stay at this holiday home in Antonina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ponta da Pita and Complexo Industrial Matarazzo ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
Casa aconchegante. O proprietário muito educado e pontual quando precisei entrar em contato.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

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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

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

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

Valadares Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Valadares Island during your travels in Paranaguá. Amble around the area's seaside or visit its churches.

Valadares Island

Activities

Sunset Train Ride

Sunset Train Ride

NZ$163
per adult
Sunset Train Ride
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Cities near Paranaguá

River in Morretes Brasil in a sunny scene

Morretes

Travessia em Barco de Pontal do Sul para Ilha do Mel, na baía de Paranaguá, Paraná, Brasil,

Pontal do Sul