Barra da Lagoa, Florianópolis, Santa Catarina

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Centro & the Mainland

There are two faces to Florianópolis (Floripa). On the mainland, the industrial zone occupies the districts of Estreito and Coqueiros. Across the bay, the island holds the historic center (Centro) and the chic district of Beira-Mar Norte. Two picturesque bridges link these halves. The old suspension bridge, the Ponte Hercílio Luz, is no longer open to traffic, but it still lights the night sky, acting as the defining feature of Floripa’s spectacular skyline.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

  • Museu Histórico de Santa Catarina

    Museu Histórico de Santa Catarina

    Centro & the Mainland

    Formerly the colonial governor’s palace, this gorgeous must-see building has ornate parquet floors and extravagant 19th-century ceilings.

  • Mercado Público

    Mercado Público

    Centro & the Mainland

    Floripa's historic public market bolted out of a huge refurbishment in 2015 with an improved look. It houses numerous bars and restaurants in addition to…

  • Catedral Metropolitana

    Catedral Metropolitana

    Centro & the Mainland

    You’ll hear the hourly ringing of bells in the Catedral Metropolitana, which sits grandly at the high end of the square and is the only church we've ever…

  • Igreja de NS do Rosário

    Igreja de NS do Rosário

    Centro & the Mainland

    The best-preserved colonial church, Igreja de NS do Rosário, sits picturesquely atop the steps at Rua Trajano.

  • Praça XV de Novembro

    Praça XV de Novembro

    Centro & the Mainland

    The center of town is the inviting Praça XV de Novembro, with its shady walks and 100-year-old fig tree.

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