Printable maps of Florianopolis
Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Florianopolis
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Florianopolis with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Florianopolis area
This Florianopolis map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Florianopolis and surroundings
Overview of festivals and celebrations in Brazil
During Easter week, Rio de Janeiro hosts a magnificent carnival. Thus, multi-colored Rio blossoms even more thanks to dancers in gorgeous costumes, skillful drummers, masquerade balls - and the audience is invited to join. Easter eggs are always chocolate, local shops are full of their varieties. October 7 marks the Independence Day, and Republic Day of Brazil is celebrated on November 15 . On this day, in 1889, Brazil was proclaimed as a republic. On November 15, military orchestras march across the country in honor of such an important event. Surprisingly, Brazil has its own Oktoberfest - and not one. The festival takes place in the city of Blumenau, a former German colony, and offers a unique blend of Brazilian and German cultures, music, and cuisines. Another Oktoberfest is held in Santa Cruz do Sul, a city founded by German immigrants. … Open
Photogallery of Florianopolis sights
Our guide to Florianopolis
Florianopolis for children - what to visit
Quest rooms are another interesting family entertainment. There are several dozen of them in Florianopolis. You can choose the level of difficulty so that it will be interesting even for a child in any of them. The subject matter is also different - from escaping from a maniac's lair to finding clues to scientific research. Please note that you should not go to too scary quests with preschoolers and younger … Open 
Shopping, streets and outlets
Copper tableware will become a rather unusual and durable souvenir. You can give a doll in the form of an Injun or a Brazilian carnival mask to a child. A wicker beach bag will be a pretty practical souvenir. You can buy bright pareo or swimsuit. Note that local women do not like to hide their bodies. So you won't find modest, closed models here. Be sure to purchase the flips flops. This shoe is almost an … Open
Best beaches
The popular resort can also boast of beaches suitable for fans of relaxation in a secluded atmosphere. Lagoinha de Leste Beach is among the biggest ones. It's always easy to find a peaceful place to relax here. This stretch of the coast borders on incredibly beautiful landscapes, so it is ready to please both lovers of serene beach holidays and fans of walking. Naufragados Beach is appreciated for its pristine … Open
Travel guide to Florianopolis
Mozambique Beach is one more notable destination of the region. The length of this beach is 14 kilometers. Vacationers should keep in mind that this beach has strong waves, so it has been a favorite destination of surfers for many years. Travelers seeking secluded and private atmosphere and those who want to admire gorgeous nature will find all these and more at Santa Catarina Island. This island is famous for its … Open
Traditions and mentality of Florianopolis
Everyone is late here. Pizza deliverers, Internet customizers, maids, and bus drivers are always late. Even programs on local television usually start five or ten minutes later than planned. This is annoying at first. However, anyone who lives long enough in the city gradually gets used to this rhythm of life. The same jeitinho brasileiro allows avoiding the consequences of constantly postponing everything. If … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
You can taste moqueca of fish dishes, for example. This is a fish and seafood broth. Takaka is more interesting. This is an extremely thick soup of dried shrimp, garlic, and tapioca. If you have money and want to feel like a real Portuguese Governor-General then order lobster meat in coconut milk. Fish in a sauce made from coconut milk and pulp are also interesting. You should taste the frigideira. This is a dish … Open
