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 featuring street scenes and markets 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 which includes 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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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.

Ingleses Centro
ibis Florianopolis
ibis Florianopolis
3 out of 5
Avenida Rio Branco 37, Florianópolis, Santa Catarina
The price is AU$104 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
AU$104
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Florianópolis. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Beiramar Shopping Center ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Good place to stay. Definitely I would come back some day."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2024

ibis Florianopolis
Rede Andrade Cecomtur
Rede Andrade Cecomtur
3 out of 5
Rua Arcipreste Paiva, 107 Centro, Florianópolis, SC
The price is AU$42 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$42
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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 (1,006 reviews)
"Muito bom recomendo"

Reviewed on 27 Aug. 2024

Rede Andrade Cecomtur
Costao do Santinho Resort - All Inclusive
Costao do Santinho Resort - All Inclusive
4 out of 5
Est. Vereador Onildo Lemos, 2505, Praia do Santinho, Florianópolis, SC
Book a stay at this beach property in Florianópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (379 reviews)
"Excellent."

Reviewed on 4 Nov. 2024

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Costao do Santinho Resort - All Inclusive
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UNIQUO
UNIQUO
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 Beiramar Shopping Center and Joaquina ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
"Foi excelente em todos os níveis."

Reviewed on 20 Nov. 2024

UNIQUO
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 Canasvieiras Beach and Jurere Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (88 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
San Diego Apart Hotel
San Diego Apart Hotel
3 out of 5
Rua João de Oliveira, 650, Canasvieiras, Florianópolis
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Florianópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a sauna. Popular attractions Canasvieiras Beach and Jurere Beach are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (47 reviews)
"As atendentes Karol e Yole mto atenciosass"

Reviewed on 15 Nov. 2024

San Diego Apart 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
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
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
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
Barra da Lagoa Lighthouse

Barra da Lagoa Lighthouse

Learn about the local history of Florianópolis when you take a trip to Barra da Lagoa Lighthouse. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Barra da Lagoa Lighthouse

Activities

Connection and partnership for life!

Initiation to Surfing in 3 days in Garopaba

AU$816
Per adult
Initiation to Surfing in 3 days in Garopaba
Jumping of the Cubatão River.

Rafting Adventure in Apuama - Rio Cubatão in Greater Florianópolis

AU$42
Per adult
Rafting Adventure in Apuama - Rio Cubatão in Greater Florianópolis
Private transfer within the island of Florianopolis

Private transfer within the island of Florianopolis

AU$61
Per adult
Private transfer within the island of Florianopolis
The time to breathe! Yes, turtles need to breathe out of the water!

Turtle Snorkeling by Adrenailha

AU$80
Per adult
Turtle Snorkeling by Adrenailha
Transfer to Beto Carrero World

Transfer to Beto Carrero World

AU$32
Per adult
Transfer to Beto Carrero World
Train Station

Balneário Camboriú, Unipraias and Laranjeiras - Exit Floripa

AU$39
Per adult
Balneário Camboriú, Unipraias and Laranjeiras - Exit Floripa
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Cities near Santa Catarina Island

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

Florianópolis