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Matinhos Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

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About Matinhos

The colonization of Matinhos began in the middle of the 19th century, when the Carijós Indians inhabited the Paraná coast, discovered in 1820 by Frenchman Augusto de Saint'Hilaire. Its first name was Matinho, the name of the river in the town, and its first settlers were Portuguese and Italians, who founded a farming colony. In 1927, theEstrada do Marhighway was inaugurated, connectingParanaguáto Praia de Leste, which brought various families, mostly Germans, to settle in Matinhos.

Top Attractions in Matinhos

Explore the best things to see and do in Matinhos:

  • Beach Walk
  • Brava Beach
  • Fish Market
  • Head Shot Paintball
  • Igreja Matriz de São Pedro
  • Igrejinha de São Pedro
  • Mansa Beach
  • Morro do Boi

Where to Eat in Matinhos

Must-try local food and restaurants:

  • 🍴Churrascaria Seben
  • 🍴Cia da Pizza
  • 🍴Espaço Canoa Quebrada Restaurante e Petiscaria
  • 🍴Florida Restaurante
  • 🍴Kirilas Restaurante
  • 🍴Pachekinho Restaurante

Where to Stay in Matinhos

  • 🏨Caiobá Praia Hotel
  • 🏨Fragata Hotel
  • 🏨Hotel Praia e Sol
  • 🏨Pousada Santo Antonio
  • 🏨Pousada Serrana

Matinhos Travel Guide Sections

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