Criciuma

Introduction

Criciúma is a city in the Brazilian state of Santa Catarina, in the country's south. It lies about 180 km south of Florianópolis, the state capital, and roughly 900 km south of São Paulo.

The city is the centre of Brazil's flooring and home materials industry, and is a leading such centre in the world. That industrial identity shapes what you'll find here, so plan your visit around the city's working character rather than a resort-style stay.

Three days in Criciuma

Day one: Start in Criciúma, a Brazilian city in Santa Catarina. It is your base for the three days. Get your bearings in the centre, then eat a Brazilian meal.

Day two: Travel out from Criciúma to see more of Santa Catarina. It is a large state, so pick one direction and give it your time.

Day three: Use Criciúma as your last stop before moving on. Florianópolis and São Paulo are the onward options, and Brazil has plenty more beyond them.