Santa Catarina Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Matadeiro Beach featuring landscape views and general coastal views
Barra da Lagoa Beach which includes a beach, boating and landscape views
Barra da Lagoa Beach showing a river or creek
Matadeiro Beach showing surfing and a sandy beach as well as an individual male
Matadeiro Beach showing a sandy beach and rugged coastline as well as a small group of people

Where to stay in Santa Catarina Island

Public Market showing markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Florianópolis Centro

5/5(1 area review)

Florianópolis Centro is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Public Market and Beiramar Shopping Center.

Florianópolis Centro
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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.

Campeche
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Lagoa da Conceicao

You'll enjoy the restaurants and monuments in Lagoa da Conceicao. You might want to make time for a stop at Joaquina Dunes or Mole Beach.

Lagoa da Conceicao
Tamar Project featuring zoo animals

Barra da Lagoa

You'll enjoy the beaches and coffee shops in Barra da Lagoa. You might want to make time for a stop at Tamar Project or Barra da Lagoa Beach.

Barra da Lagoa
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Ingleses Norte

Travellers like the beaches in Ingleses Norte, and Ingleses Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Ingleses Norte
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Trindade

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Trindade. You might want to make time for a stop at Morro da Cruz or UFSC Planetarium.

Trindade
Rede Andrade Cecomtur

Rede Andrade Cecomtur

3 out of 5
Rua Arcipreste Paiva, 107 Centro, Florianópolis, SC
The price is NZ$44 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$44
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Florianópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
6.8/10 (1,175 reviews)
"Lugar bonito céntrico hotel que te queda cerca de todo vale mucho la pena lo recomiendo"

Reviewed on 28 May 2025

Rede Andrade Cecomtur
HOTEL ÉVORA By Rede Sagres

HOTEL ÉVORA By Rede Sagres

3 out of 5
R. Artista Bitencourt, 14, Florianópolis, SC
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Florianópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Alvaro Carvalho Theater and Rosario ...
9/10 Wonderful! (171 reviews)
"Dining & front desk Staff ALL EXCEPTIONAL Hot water plumbing needs serious attention"

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

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HOTEL ÉVORA By Rede Sagres
Faial Prime Suítes

Faial Prime Suítes

4 out of 5
Rua Felipe Schmidt, 603 - Centro, Florianópolis, SC
The price is NZ$97 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$97
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Florianópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
Good stay até tradicional hotel
"It was average stay for a regular hotel at Florianópolis city"

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Faial Prime Suítes
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AZZA Smart Stay

AZZA Smart Stay

4 out of 5
Rua Irmão Calixto, 31, Florianópolis, Santa Catarina
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Florianópolis. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Joaquina Beach and UFSC Planetarium ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (91 reviews)
jóia
"tudo muito bom e seguro."

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

AZZA Smart Stay
Parada Beach Apartamentos

Parada Beach Apartamentos

2.5 out of 5
R. Dep. Olice Caldas, 70, Florianopolis, SC
Stay at this aparthotel in Florianópolis. Enjoy free parking, satellite TV channels, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Ingleses Beach and Brava Beach are ...
Parada Beach Apartamentos
Bossa Jurerê Hotel

Bossa Jurerê Hotel

3 out of 5
Rua Jorge Cherem, 184, Jurere, Florianópolis, SC
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Florianópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Jurere Beach and Canasvieiras Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (130 reviews)
Aconchegante e de bom gosto
"O atendimento é espetacular, desde as meninas que auxiliam nos quartos, ate a recepção. O cafe é servido a uma curta caminhada do hotel, mas que se transforma em um espetacular cafe com uma vista fenomenal da praia! Tudo estava bem limpinho e organizado. So duas coisas a comentar, as toalhas sao ..."

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2023

Bossa Jurerê Hotel
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Popular places to visit

Public Market showing interior views and shopping as well as a large group of people

Public Market

Shop for fresh fish catches of the day and traditional handcrafts at a busy marketplace inside an old colonial building.

Public Market
Hercilio Luz Bridge showing a bridge

Hercilio Luz Bridge

A colossal bridge that connects the city to the mainland is an impressive sight by day and by night.

Hercilio Luz Bridge
Joaquina Dunes

Joaquina Dunes

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Joaquina Dunes during your travels in Florianópolis. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Joaquina Dunes
Matadeiro Beach showing surfing and a sandy beach as well as an individual male

Matadeiro Beach

Strong waves, nature trails, a sea grotto and a scenic setting attract visitors to this remote beach location.

Matadeiro Beach
Tamar Project featuring marine life and zoo animals

Tamar Project

Watch turtles swimming and discover how the injured animals are cared for at this rehabilitation center by the ocean.

Tamar Project
Ingleses Beach

Ingleses Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ingleses Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Florianópolis. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Ingleses Beach

Activities

MOUNTAIN BIKE RENTAL – Praia do Rosa and Region

BIKE AND MT BIKE RENTAL – Praia do Rosa and Region

NZ$28
per adult
BIKE AND MT BIKE RENTAL – Praia do Rosa and Region
Sphinx Stone

Sphinx Trail - Natural Pools and Rock Inscriptions

NZ$54
per adult
Sphinx Trail - Natural Pools and Rock Inscriptions
Balneário de Camboriú Full-Day City Tour

Balneário Camboriú Full-Day City Tour

NZ$65
per adult
Balneário Camboriú Full-Day City Tour
Christ the Light Complex

Balneário Camboriú, Unipraias and Laranjeiras - Exit Floripa

NZ$48
per adult
Balneário Camboriú, Unipraias and Laranjeiras - Exit Floripa
Surfing Lesson with Sea Wolf

Surfing Lesson with Sea Wolf

NZ$45
per adult
Surfing Lesson with Sea Wolf
Campeche Island Tour - Belatur takes you to this Paradise

Crossing Island of Campeche - Belatur takes you to this Paradise

NZ$75
per adult
Crossing Island of Campeche - Belatur takes you to this Paradise
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Cities near Santa Catarina Island

Barra da Lagoa Beach which includes a bay or harbour and a coastal town

Florianópolis

Photo by Graciela Arena

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