Florianopolis Trip Overview
Florianópolis is known in Brazil as the “Island of Magic”. Its breath taking beaches are a paradise to surfers and beach goers a like. It is thought by many as the best place to unwind and get in touch with your inner self. It holds a lot of history as well as some of the most beautiful beaches in the country. Explore the historic center of Florianopolis, enjoy the view from the Hercílio Light Lookout and revel in Joaquina Beach, Conceição Lagoon, Barra da Lagoa and north of the island
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Duration: 8 hours
Starts: Florianopolis, Brazil
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Day Trips
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What to Expect When Visiting Florianopolis, State of Santa Catarina, Brazil
Florianópolis is known in Brazil as the “Island of Magic”. Its breath taking beaches are a paradise to surfers and beach goers a like. It is thought by many as the best place to unwind and get in touch with your inner self. It holds a lot of history as well as some of the most beautiful beaches in the country. Explore the historic center of Florianopolis, enjoy the view from the Hercílio Light Lookout and revel in Joaquina Beach, Conceição Lagoon, Barra da Lagoa and north of the island
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Pass By: Catedral Metropolitana de Florianopolis, Rua Padre Miguelinho 55, Florianopolis, State of Santa Catarina 88010-550 Brazil
Florianópolis is known in Brazil as the “Island of Magic”. Its breathtaking beaches are a paradise to surfers and beach goers alike. It is thought by many as the best place to unwind and get in touch with your inner self. It holds a lot of history as well as some of the most beautiful beaches in the country
In addition to over 40 gorgeous beaches, “Floripa” – the city’s nickname – has plenty of other attractions. On the tour, you will see the historical center where the little yellow and charming metropolitan cathedral is located.
Stop At: Praca XV de Novembro, Florianopolis, State of Santa Catarina 88010-102 Brazil
In the most important square of the city, we’ll get acquainted with Praça XV de Novembro (15th of November Square, named after the date in which the republic was proclaimed) where the imposing Palace Cruz e Souza stands, which now houses the historical museum of Santa Catarina.
The Palace is important in many ways as it’s staged many important moments in Brazilian history throughout different points in time. It hosted both Brazilian emperors during their visits to the city and was stormed by revolutionaries during the federalist revolution in 1891. It seems this palace has seen its share of history.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Hercilio Luz Bridge, Florianopolis, State of Santa Catarina Brazil
Named after the Governor of Santa Catarina, another historical and visually striking location is the Hercilio Luz Bridge. It was the first bridge constructed to link the Island of Santa Catarina to the mainland.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Lagoa da Conceicao, Florianopolis, State of Santa Catarina 88062-010 Brazil
But obviously, in a city like Floripa, the beaches and lagoons are still a must see. One of our other stops is one of the most famous natural landmarks in the city, the Lagoa da Conceição. The neighborhood houses not only a lagoon, but also a few buildings dating back to when the city was colonized and settled.
We will visit the lagoon of Conceição belvedere, which has a beautiful and complete view of the lagoon and Sete Voltas Hill.
Duration: 45 minutes
Pass By: Avenida das Rendeiras, Av. das Rendeiras – Lagoa da Conceição, Florianópolis – SC, 88062-400, Brazil
Afterwards, we will pass the Rendeiras avenue, arriving at Joaquina Beach, where various national and world surfing championships take place. Beautiful waves are great for practicing the sport and it is a place admired by sports fans.
Stop At: Barra da Lagoa, Barra da Lagoa, Florianopolis, State of Santa Catarina
Leaving Joaquina, we will go to Barra da Lagoa, where we will have free time for lunch (not included) and soon after we continue towards the north of the island.
Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes
