Whether you're dipping a toe in the water or hunting for treasures on the shore, Galheta Beach is a lovely place to spend some time with the kids. Why not bring a picnic and a rug and make a day out of it?

This Santa Catarina Island stretch of coastline is an ideal place to begin your day of sightseeing. There's plenty to discover in the area, like Mole Beach, Joaquina Beach, and Barra da Lagoa Beach. Wander around at your leisure at Galheta Beach before heading to these other fine sights.

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Praia do Rosa

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Buenos Aires (BUE) to Florianópolis (FLN)

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Ingleses do Rio Vermelho

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Buenos Aires (EZE) to Florianópolis (FLN)

7.8/10 Good! (125 reviews)

I stayed here for two days for a conference and had no problem. This hotel cost half the price of the conference hotel or others nearby but is nice and clean.

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Buenos Aires (EZE) to Florianópolis (FLN)

9.8/10 Exceptional! (78 reviews)

It had a taste of home. Very warm and aconchegante!!!

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Private Tour: Discover Balneário Camboriú - Leaving Florianópolis

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Surfing Lesson with Sea Wolf

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Balneário Camboriú Full-Day City Tour

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Popular places to visit

Mole Beach

4/5(15 reviews)

Thrill seekers, sunbathers and partygoers head to this popular beach to surf, hang glide, relax and dance in the bars.

Barra da Lagoa Lighthouse

Learn about the local history of Florianópolis when you spend time at Barra da Lagoa Lighthouse. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Barra da Lagoa Beach

4/5(9 reviews)

Experience hours of water-based pursuits, hike into the hills or simply relax on the sands of this picturesque beach.

Tamar Project

3/5(1 review)

Watch turtles swimming and discover how the injured animals are cared for at this rehabilitation center by the ocean.

Praia do Gravatá

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia do Gravatá during your trip to Florianópolis? Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Joaquina Dunes

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Joaquina Dunes during your travels in Florianópolis. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.