4 amazing tips on Florianopolis
Florianópolis is the capital of the State of Santa Catarina, also known as the "island of magic". It is a tourist attraction in the world, among its main attractions are the more than 40 paradisiacal beaches, natural landscapes such as dunes, Atlantic, beautiful lagoons, water sports, gastronomy and quality of life. Come with us and know some tips about this paradise.
1. What are the best beaches in Florianópolis?
All are charming with their characteristics and peculiarities, the answer depends on each person, their habits and tastes. Among the best known are Jurerê Internacional, Canasvieiras, Lagoinha, Praia Brava, Praia do Forte and Daniela all located to the north of the island. To the east are the beaches of Santinho, Barra da Lagoa, Praia Mole and Praia da Joaquina (beach sought after by surfers, it has hosted some world surfing championships). South of the island Campeche Beach as a highlight for its crystal clear waters and green native vegetation, Armação Beach, Matadeiro Beach, Pântano do Sul and Solitude Beach.
2. What are the sights to visit?
Besides the beaches, the island has other stunning beauties like the neighborhood of Santo Antonio de Lisboa that has a great concentration of restaurants with typical foods. Tourists and local residents are still attracted to the neighborhood for the preservation of the typical Azorean architecture, notorious in the local church and in houses listed by public patrimony, besides the feirinha on the weekends with live music.
Another tourist point to consider is the Lagoa da Conceição, considered the soul of the capital of Santa Catarina, many activities and different natures are present in the Lagoon. Water sports, picnics, hiking, pedal boats, stand ups, schooners and kayaks are also part of the scenery. As well as culture, art, music and gastronomy. The Lagoa da Conceição also provides a night life with several cafes, bars, restaurants and nightclubs.
Do not forget to visit the São José da Ponta Grossa Fort, visit the Arvoredo Island Marine Biological Reserve and do a City Tour through the city of Florianópolis.
3. Where to eat in Florianópolis?
The cuisine is very diverse, but the Azorean dishes based on seafood are the main gastronomic attraction of Florianopolis, with Chão Batido, the most traditional restaurant in the charming district of Santo Antônio de Lisboa. Among other options are steakhouses, pizzerias, coffee shops, food trucks and di buteco food.
4. Where to stay in Florianópolis?
Due to the traffic mainly in the high season it is indicated to choose a lodging in a strategic neighborhood, there are available excellent hotels, hostels, hostel and even houses and apartments through applications like Airbnb and Booking. If the objective is parties, ballads choose International Jurerê, if it is surf the suggestion is Lagoa da Conceição, but if you want greater peace and nature the south of the island is more recommended.