Florianópolis, capital of Santa Catarina, in the south of the country, is at the top of the list of cities most visited by foreigners in Brazil. The city enchants for its variety of beaches and for its ability to please all types of public. It is a capital that grew up in the midst of nature, which offers beautiful natural landscapes throughout its extension, where you can enjoy both the movement of an effervescent capital and the tranquility of a city – almost – from the countryside.

Florianopolis
Known as Ilha da Magia and affectionately called Floripa, it has about 500 thousand inhabitants and around 54 km from North to South. Each little piece of Florianópolis has a distinct characteristic, its main attraction always being Nature, in its most diverse ways, especially across the sea and its mountains.

Florianópolis has wonderful beaches, often with crystal clear water, it has several trails, many of them ending in deserted beaches — almost a trophy given to those who encourage themselves to walk. Have you ever heard of the famous Jurerê? It is not the main beach in terms of beauty, but it is among the most popular beaches in Brazil, with parties that boil in the summer!

And it is from the sea, present at all times, that the state’s most popular production, oysters, also comes out. Oysters, shrimp, octopus and fish, such as mullet, are the hallmarks of local restaurants, several of them with a beautiful view of the sea and fresh food!

What to do in Florianópolis
There is plenty to see and do in Florianópolis. In the central region, a good option is to take a tour of the Beira-Mar Norte, where you can admire a beautiful evening and the Hercílio Luz Bridge, the capital’s postcard. Also in the center, it is worth visiting the Public Market, with great places to drink with friends and have a snack.

Enjoy Praia Mole beach, go down the Joaquina dunes, take a boat trip along Costa da Lagoa, spend an afternoon at Lagoa da Conceição, practice outdoor sports, visit Azorean villages — which have a very strong culture in the state — are among the main attractions of Florianópolis. For those who enjoy being outdoors, the list of activities in the city is endless!

To the south of the island, where the waters are colder, one of the main attractions is Ilha do Campeche. Worthy of Caribbean transparency, the island’s small beach is breathtaking in its beauty! Read other tips on what to do in Florianópolis!