Santa Catarina Island Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Santa Catarina Island
Where to stay in Santa Catarina Island
Florianópolis Centro
Florianópolis Centro is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Rosario Steps and Public Market.
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.
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.
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.
Ribeirao da Ilha
While visiting Ribeirao da Ilha, you might make a stop by sights like Praia da Freguesia do Ribeirão da Ilha and Aderbal Ramos da Silva Stadium.
Trindade
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Trindade. You might want to make time for a stop at UFSC Planetarium or Morro da Cruz.
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Blue Tree Premium Florianopolis
Costao do Santinho Resort - All Inclusive
Ponto Forte, alimentação. Pontos fracos: Quartos pequenos e antigos. All Inclusive é ridiculo, pois só pode pegar bebidas após as 10:30 da manhã. Poucos tipos de bebidas. Tudo longe. Achei mal organizado. Pois não tem nada explixanco as atrações. A balada é uma vergonha. E o pior de tudo, as piscinas ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
AZZA Smart Stay
The place was very beautiful and clean, and the service was excellent. The only detail is that the location isn’t well signposted, so it was a bit difficult to find the name of the place. Other than that, it’s a very pleasant place to stay.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Fuji By Xtay Florianópolis
Rooms were clean and well furnished. Staff works through an app you can download to communicate. No front desk. Views were fantastic. Very safe with security systems. 10/10 will book with Xtay every chance I get.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Bossa Jurerê Hotel
The hotel is very nice with good facilities, and people were friendly. The only problem we had was that there were cockroaches in the room. I stayed there for 5 nights and found 6 in total. Their excuse was that since it was low season they fumigate the rooms and that's why there were so many coming ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Popular places to visit
Public Market
Shop for fresh fish catches of the day and traditional handcrafts at a busy marketplace inside an old colonial building.
Hercilio Luz Bridge
A colossal bridge that connects the city to the mainland is an impressive sight by day and by night.
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.
Tamar Project
Watch turtles swimming and discover how the injured animals are cared for at this rehabilitation center by the ocean.
Matadeiro Beach
Strong waves, nature trails, a sea grotto and a scenic setting attract visitors to this remote beach location.
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.
Activities
Sphinx Trail - Natural Pools and Rock Inscriptions
Floripa City Tour by Bus - Whole Island - The Most Complete City Tour
Round-trip transportation from Florianópolis to Beto Carrero World
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- Visit Barra da Lagoa
- Visit Saco dos Limões
- Visit Mariscal
- Visit Praia Comprida
- Visit Calemba
- Visit Monte Cristo
- Visit Coqueiros
- Visit Rio Tavares
- Visit Tijucas
- Visit Campeche
- Visit Pantano do Sul
- Visit Lagoa da Conceicao
- Visit Palhoça
- Visit Garopaba
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- Visit Serraria
- Visit Pedrita
- Visit Itacorubi
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- Visit Carianos
- Santinho Beach
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- Galheta Beach
- San José da Ponta Grossa Fort
- Morro das Pedras Beach
- Cubatao River
- Daniela Beach
- Hercilio Luz Bridge
- Floripa Shopping Center
- Saquinho Beach
- Ponta das Canas Beach
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- Mole Beach
- Barra da Lagoa Beach
- Joaquina Beach
