Praia da Armação
A fishing village and beach, historically associated with a whaling station; from here boats often depart to Ilha do Campeche.
checked Nov 2026
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2 places · Armação · details from the guide's verified articles
Praia do Matadeiro
Roadless beach: reached on foot from Armação; a place with strong surf, used for surfing.
checked Nov 2026
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Beaches of northern Florianópolis — from Daniela to SantinhoThe north of the island lies on the coves of Baía Norte: the water is calmer and warmer than in the east and south, so families with small children go to Daniela, Forte, Jurerê, Ponta das Canas and Lagoinha. Ingleses,…Read the article Bayside and mainland beaches of Florianópolis — Santo Antônio, Sambaqui, Ribeirão, CoqueirosThe west coast of the island and the mainland part of the city face the bays, Baía Norte and Baía Sul: there are almost no waves, but the water is more often unsuitable for bathing because of sewage discharges. In the…Read the articleKnow a good place? Add it
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