Barra da Lagoa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A beachside park with wooden structures, a large turtle sculpture, and a beach scene backdrop.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a wooden building with a covered area, surrounded by a fence and signs.
A wooden structure with a sign reading "Tamar Florianópolis Museu Aberto da Tartaruga Marinha".
A wooden fence with turtle posters, a wooden walkway, and a clear blue sky.
A man presenting a large screen with a shark and a fish.

Stay near popular Barra da Lagoa attractions

A wooden fence with turtle posters, a wooden walkway, and a clear blue sky.

Tamar Project

8.0/10 (2 reviews)
Watch turtles swimming and discover how the injured animals are cared for at this rehabilitation center by the ocean.
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Activities

Italian Route - Nova Trento e Brusque

Italian Route - Nova Trento e Brusque

NZ$55
per adult
Italian Route - Nova Trento e Brusque
The time to breathe! Yes, turtles need to breathe out of the water!

Turtle Snorkeling by Adrenailha

NZ$114
per adult
Turtle Snorkeling by Adrenailha
Florianopolis City Tour

Florianopolis City Tour

NZ$50
per adult
Florianopolis City Tour
Florianópolis city tour

Florianópolis city tour (full day)

NZ$36
per adult
Florianópolis city tour (full day)
Transfer to Beto Carrero World

Transfer to Beto Carrero World

NZ$39
per adult
Transfer to Beto Carrero World
Wild life! Animals live free here!

Diving with Turtles in Floripa

NZ$162
per adult
Diving with Turtles in Floripa
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Our pick of the best Barra da Lagoa Hotel Deals

Barra Beach Hotel

Barra Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
R. Altamiro Barcelos Dutra 1504 Florianópolis SC
Stay at this hotel in Florianópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Barra da Lagoa Beach and Joaquina Beach are ...
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Barra Beach Hotel
Pousada Schmitz

Pousada Schmitz

3 out of 5
Rod. Jornalista Manoel Menezes, 2967 Florianópolis SC
The price is NZ$42 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
NZ$42
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Florianópolis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Barra da Lagoa Beach and Joaquina Beach are ...
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Pousada Pouso do Marujo

Pousada Pouso do Marujo

3 out of 5
Rodovia João Gualberto Soares, 17421 Florianópolis Santa Catarina
Stay at this business-friendly pousada in Florianópolis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private pools. Popular attractions Barra da Lagoa Beach and Joaquina ...
7.8/10 Good! (44 reviews)
"Unfortunately the lack of air conditioning in a cramped room was a major issue. The reliability of the wifi could also be improved, it regularly went off for long periods...just as i was trying to do flight check in"

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

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Pousada Pouso do Marujo
Rede Andrade Cecomtur

Rede Andrade Cecomtur

3 out of 5
Rua Arcipreste Paiva, 107 Centro Florianópolis SC
The price is NZ$41 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
NZ$41
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Florianópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,693 reviews)
"Budget hotel, not the best one, but in the central city, close to everything"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026

Rede Andrade Cecomtur
Hotel Porto da Ilha

Hotel Porto da Ilha

3.5 out of 5
R. Dom Jaime Camara, 43, Centro Florianópolis SC
The price is NZ$100 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$100
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Florianópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hotel Porto da Ilha
Costao do Santinho Resort - All Inclusive

Costao do Santinho Resort - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Est. Vereador Onildo Lemos, 2505 Florianópolis SC
Stay at this beach resort in Florianópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
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Costao do Santinho Resort - All Inclusive
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Our guide on where to stay in Barra da Lagoa

Find the best Barra da Lagoa areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Barra da Lagoa
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A large steel bridge with multiple levels, a clear blue sky, and several cannons in the foreground.

Florianópolis Centro

Florianópolis Centro is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Public Market and Legislative Assembly of Santa Caterina.

A sunset over a coastal city with boats on the water and a hilly landscape in the background.

Canasvieiras

Canasvieiras is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Canasvieiras Beach and Pit Lane.

A coastal town with a beach, a hillside with buildings, and a clear blue sky.

Jurere

Unique features of Jurere include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Jurerê Open Shopping or Jurere Beach while you're exploring the area.

A coastal cityscape with a beach, residential areas, and a large stadium.

Jurerê Internacional

While there might not be top attractions in Jurerê Internacional, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Jurerê Open Shopping and Forte Beach.

A sunset over a beach with sand dunes and a distant island.

Campeche

Campeche is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Praia do Campeche and Morro das Pedras Beach.

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