Before you go
Your trip to Laguna.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Laguna – SC Destination Southern Charms
How to get there
The BR-101 provides access to Laguna's urban area from the north. Visitors arriving by plane can arrange transfers from Jaguaruna or Florianópolis. The Farol de Santa Marta and Itapirubá Sul are in different parts of the area and require their own travel arrangements; check the municipal signed access before heading out.
How many days
Two or three days are suggested to split the visit between the Centro Histórico and the coast. Add extra time to look for land-based viewing points during the season, but don't plan the trip around a guaranteed sighting.
When to go
In winter and spring, southern right whales can appear in the coves. Sightings vary and depend on the animals; wind, rain and visibility also affect observation. Museums and the urban heritage allow you to experience Laguna at other times of the year. In summer, book transfers along the beaches in advance.
Do you need a car?
The historic core can be explored on foot. To link the center, Itapirubá Sul and the Farol de Santa Marta, a car or hired transport makes organization easier; visits to the lighthouse depend on the access conditions published by the administration.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
3 days in Laguna
Day 1
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Dia
Lagoon, historic houses and memory
Walk through the Centro Histórico alongside the Lagoa Santo Antônio dos Anjos and explore the collection of the Museu Histórico Anita Garibaldi.
Day 2
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Anita and the mother church
Visit the Museu Casa de Anita and view the Igreja Matriz Santo Antônio dos Anjos, respecting services and cultural operations.
Day 3
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Dia
Laguna coastline
Choose between the Farol de Santa Marta area and Itapirubá Sul. To enter the lighthouse, arrange the visit beforehand; on the beach, watch the sea from land and don't rely on whales being present.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
Was the Museu Casa de Anita the heroine's residence?
The house is associated with the moment Anita dressed for her first wedding. She lived with her husband at a different address; the exhibition should not be interpreted as a house where she actually lived.
Can you visit the Farol de Santa Marta without booking?
Visits to the facility depend on booking and on the access conditions published by the naval administration. Do not assume entry to the tower upon arrival.
Which part of Itapirubá belongs to Laguna?
Itapirubá Sul is in the municipality of Laguna. The northern portion belongs to Imbituba, so the arrival point and the beach you choose should be identified before traveling.
Where are the museums of Laguna located?
The Museu Histórico Anita Garibaldi and the Museu Casa de Anita are located in the Centro Histórico. They are separate institutions with their own exhibitions and buildings.
Does land-based watching guarantee finding whales in Laguna?
There is no guarantee. In winter and spring, seek recent information about the animals and assess sea and visibility conditions; binoculars help observation from land.