Santa Catarina Island
Travel 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 Public Market and Beiramar Shopping Center.

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 coffeehouses in Barra da Lagoa. You might want to make time for a stop at Tamar Project or Barra da Lagoa Beach.

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

Ingleses Centro
Unique features of Ingleses Centro include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Ingleses Beach or Barra Norte Shopping Centre while you're exploring the area.

ibis Florianopolis
Great hotel with very reasonable prices. Friendly front desk staff and overall very clean hotel.
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Costao do Santinho Resort - All Inclusive
Fantastic!
Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026

Blue Tree Premium Florianopolis
The staff were very friendly and the room was fantastic. I highly recommend this hotel, it is close to the mall, delicious restaurants and much more!
Reviewed on Feb 14, 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 Nov 20, 2025

Xtay The Bridge Florianópolis
Good stay beautiful view from bridge Hercilio luz ponte
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

Spot Jurere sofisticação beira mar SPJs
excelente lugar, volveremos!!
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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

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

Ingleses Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Ingleses Beach, a popular beach in Florianópolis. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Things to do

Sphinx Trail - Natural Pools and Rock Inscriptions

BIKE AND MT BIKE RENTAL – Praia do Rosa and Region




