Florianópolis

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Barra da Lagoa Beach featuring a bay or harbor and a coastal town
Florianopolis showing a garden and tropical scenes
Barra da Lagoa Beach featuring landscape views, a sandy beach and boating
Mole Beach showing a beach
Florianópolis
Its reputation may be as a surfing and party capital, but this southern Brazilian city will charm everyone with its passionate culture.

Florianópolis is known for its many beaches, sophisticated city center and informal status as Brazil’s party capital. This southern Brazilian city covers an island off the Santa Catarina coast. The city center is characterized by cosmopolitan streetscapes, fine dining options and modern shopping malls, while the 42 beaches that surround the city are considered some of the finest in Brazil.

Explore the city center to discover excellent shopping and sightseeing. Walk to the city edge for views of the now-closed Hercilio Luz Bridge, the longest suspension bridge in Brazil. Visit the huge shopping malls of Florianópolis to find the latest items from top fashion outlets from around the world as well as jewelry, cosmetics and souvenirs.

For a change of pace, head to the iconic public market to immerse yourself in local charm. Pick up traditional baked goods and seafood, fruits and vegetables from local farms and waters. Stop at one of the restaurants and bars lining the market to try oysters, a specialty of the region.

Once you’ve stocked up on food, hop onto one of the many buses that travel to Florianópolis’s 42 beaches. The bus system is affordable, reliable and a great alternative to renting a car. Head north to Brava Beach, one of the best and most challenging surfing spots in the area, or visit the popular beachside neighborhood of Ingleses do Rio Vermelho. Here the beach has a milder surf and is lined with resorts, bars and nightclubs and is a hub for the city’s nightlife.

With a subtropical climate, Florianópolis enjoys four distinct seasons and remains far less humid than others parts of the country. In summer, expect warm temperatures that will have you on the beach all day. Winter brings occasional frost and is a great time to explore the city’s friendly hospitality and cozy bars.

Flights are available from North and South America to the local international airport an interstate bus service provides connections from other Brazilian cities.

Where to stay in Florianópolis

#beach This rock area, leads till a private beach. Difficult to reach, indeed!

Canasvieiras

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

Canasvieiras
Public Market which includes street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people

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.

Florianópolis Centro
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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.

Jurere
Campeche is a beach located on the south of the city of Florianópolis, on the south of Brazil. There used to be a proper airport which was inaugurated in 1927 by the French Compagnie générale aéropostale. Aéropostale's planes used to land on it. Today it is this paradise! #brasil #sc #florianopolis #campeche

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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Jurerê Internacional

Though Jurerê Internacional might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jurerê Open Shopping and Forte Beach.

Jurerê Internacional
Santa Catarina Island which includes signage

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
ibis Florianopolis
ibis Florianopolis
3 out of 5
Avenida Rio Branco 37, Florianópolis, Santa Catarina
The price is P3,901 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
P3,901
P3,999 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Good place to stay. Definitely I would come back some day."

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2024

ibis Florianopolis
Rede Andrade Cecomtur
Rede Andrade Cecomtur
3 out of 5
Rua Arcipreste Paiva, 107 Centro, Florianópolis, SC
The price is P2,240 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
P2,240
P2,296 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
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 (1,003 reviews)
"Muito bom recomendo"

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2024

Rede Andrade Cecomtur
Chalé da Montanha com Ofurô - Sto Amaro
Chalé da Montanha com Ofurô - Sto Amaro
4 out of 5
R. Mauri Josino de Campos, Santo Amaro da Imperatriz, SC
Stay at this 4-star vacation home in Santo Amaro da Imperatriz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private spa tubs. Popular attractions Cubatao River and Paroquia ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Foi uma experiência incrível! A vista é maravilhosa, o chalé super aconchegante e privativo. Muita natureza para contemplar! Eu e meu marido amamos ❤ Pretendemos voltar!!"

Reviewed on Jan 22, 2024

Chalé da Montanha com Ofurô - Sto Amaro
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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! (12 reviews)
"Acomodação muito boa, limpa, moderna. Com muitos utensílios de cozinha. Porém, meu namorado teve alergia com as cobertas do local, o que atrapalhou um pouco a nossa estadia."

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2024

UNIQUO
Chalé da Montanha com Ofurô - Sto Amaro
Chalé da Montanha com Ofurô - Sto Amaro
4 out of 5
R. Mauri Josino de Campos, Santo Amaro da Imperatriz, SC
Stay at this 4-star vacation home in Santo Amaro da Imperatriz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private spa tubs. Popular attractions Cubatao River and Paroquia ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Foi uma experiência incrível! A vista é maravilhosa, o chalé super aconchegante e privativo. Muita natureza para contemplar! Eu e meu marido amamos ❤ Pretendemos voltar!!"

Reviewed on Jan 22, 2024

Chalé da Montanha com Ofurô - Sto Amaro
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (104 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 Apr 14, 2023

Bossa Jurerê Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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