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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.
#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

Praia do Molhe

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia do Molhe during your trip to São Francisco do Sul? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Praia do Molhe

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

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

Our pick of the best Enseada Hotel Deals

Residencial dos Reis

Residencial dos Reis

2.5 out of 5
Rua Rio de Janeiro, 1347 São Francisco do Sul SC
The price is NZ$84 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
NZ$84
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

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 Enseada Beach and Praia da Saudade are ...
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Casa de Praia Brisa do Oceano com Piscina Privativa - São Francisco do Sul
House with swimming pool on the seafront. Air conditioning and TV in all rooms.

House with swimming pool on the seafront. Air conditioning and TV in all rooms.

Sao Francisco do Sul SC
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House with swimming pool on the seafront. Air conditioning and TV in all rooms.
House 50 meters Enseada Beach

House 50 meters Enseada Beach

Praia da Enseada SC
Stay at this holiday home in São Francisco do Sul. Enjoy cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Praia da Saudade and Praia do Molhe are located ...
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House 50 meters Enseada Beach
Hotel Bandeirantes da Barra

Hotel Bandeirantes da Barra

3 out of 5
R. Boca da Barra Balneario Barra do Sul SC
Stay at this spa hotel in Balneario Barra do Sul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Barra do Sul Beach and Ervino Beach ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
Atendimento e limpeza nos quartos

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

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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 NZ$218 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$218
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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
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Other neighbourhoods around Enseada

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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 Itaguacu Beach.

Ubatuba
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Iperoba

Iperoba might not have many top sights, but Ubatuba Beach and Enseada Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Iperoba
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Reta

Reta might not have many top sights, but Calixto Beach and Praia dos Ingleses are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Reta
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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
#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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