Santa Catarina · Brazil Capital
In the destination Florianópolis and Santa Catarina Island.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
The city
Florianópolis combines historic neighborhoods, beaches and hills on Santa Catarina Island and the mainland. You can alternate cultural outings with trails, lagoons and walks by the sea.
8 places to stay in Florianópolis.
3 places picked to eat.
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The local experience
The heart of the island, it brings together water sports, dunes, restaurants and the lively Avenida das Rendeiras. By day it's stand-up paddling and kiting; at night it becomes Floripa's main nightlife hub.
Famous for its strong waves and for hosting surf contests, it also has huge dunes used for sandboarding. It's one of the most iconic spots in Brazilian surfing.
A traditional hangout for young people and surfers, with bars on the sand and a hang-gliding ramp on the hill next to it. The sea is strong, so the beach is as much about the vibe as about swimming.
A wild beach with no car access, reached only by trail from Pântano do Sul or Matadeiro. The viewpoint along the way offers one of the most beautiful views on the island.
A historic downtown building full of fresh fish stalls, bars and traditional restaurants. It's a must-stop for a shrimp pastel (fried pastry) and a draft beer in the late afternoon.
Discover Mercado Público de Florianópolis
A restored 18th-century fort between Praia do Forte and Jurerê, with walls, cannons and the commander's house open to visitors. It offers a superb view of the Baía Norte.
Discover Fortaleza de São José da Ponta Grossa
The capital's postcard image, built in 1926 and 819 meters long, now restored and open to pedestrians. At night, the lighting makes the metal structure stand out over the bay.
An Azorean village in the north of the island that preserves colonial houses, an old church and bobbin lace workshops. It's the best place to eat oysters while watching the sunset over the bay.
Discover Santo Antônio de Lisboa
