Marisqueira Sintra

Santa Catarina


The favored Marisqueira Sintra does wonderful things with octopus and bacalhau (salted cod) in a postcard waterfront setting.


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Nearby Santa Catarina attractions

1. Igreja de NS do Rosário

6.3 MILES

The best-preserved colonial church, Igreja de NS do Rosário, sits picturesquely atop the steps at Rua Trajano.

2. Catedral Metropolitana

6.37 MILES

You’ll hear the hourly ringing of bells in the Catedral Metropolitana, which sits grandly at the high end of the square and is the only church we've ever…

3. Museu Histórico de Santa Catarina

6.43 MILES

Formerly the colonial governor’s palace, this gorgeous must-see building has ornate parquet floors and extravagant 19th-century ceilings.

4. Praça XV de Novembro

6.47 MILES

The center of town is the inviting Praça XV de Novembro, with its shady walks and 100-year-old fig tree.

5. Mercado Público

6.51 MILES

Floripa's historic public market bolted out of a huge refurbishment in 2015 with an improved look. It houses numerous bars and restaurants in addition to…

6. Mirante da Lagoa da Conceição

6.82 MILES

The postcard view of Lagoa da Conceição awaits at this must-stop lookout, which frames both sides of the lagoon, the dunes of Joaquina and beyond.

7. Projeto TAMAR

7.17 MILES

Kids get a kick out of Brazil's non-profit sea turtle conservation organization, which features five tanks. Feedings (3:30pm) and baths (weekend mornings)…

8. Praia Mole

8.42 MILES

This is one of the East Island's best and most secluded beaches. It's hidden from SC-406 and accessed by a small trail. The northern end is very popular…