{"id":9981,"date":"2026-08-05T11:31:38","date_gmt":"2026-08-05T14:31:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/?p=9981"},"modified":"2026-08-05T11:32:03","modified_gmt":"2026-08-05T14:32:03","slug":"my-dads-9-favorite-places-in-floripa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/en_us\/my-dads-9-favorite-places-in-floripa\/","title":{"rendered":"These are my dad's 9 favorite places when he comes to Floripa and the region\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>My father's 9 favorite places <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every time my father comes to visit me, the same question arises: where are we going this time?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The truth is that choosing\u00a0<strong>places to go with your dad in Floripa<\/strong>\u00a0it seems easy until we remember that Florian\u00f3polis is not just about beaches. There are historic neighborhoods, waterfront dining, craft beer, boat tours, oyster farming, and places where the best part of the plan is simply sitting and chatting without looking at the clock.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And since he has already visited more than once, some tours ended up becoming a tradition. These are the places he asks to visit again, talks about after returning home, and recommends to anyone who says they are planning a trip to Santa Catarina.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The list also grew beyond the Island. Today, when we have more time, we take the opportunity to explore nearby destinations, such as Santo Amaro da Imperatriz and Rancho Queimado, or head a bit further south to spot southern right whales in Garopaba.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is not a rigid itinerary, the kind where you need to wake up at 7 a.m., have lunch at noon, and rush off to the next attraction. It is a list of places that work well for different types of dads: the one who likes history, the one who prefers good food, the one who never turns down a craft beer, and even the one who would trade any gift for a quiet day in the countryside.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Walk across the Herc\u00edlio Luz Bridge and stop at Parque da Luz<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/ponte-hercilio-luz\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"843\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Herc\u00edlio Luz Bridge<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0It is one of those places that seem obvious to those who live in Florian\u00f3polis, but continue to impress those visiting the city. And, around here, it always appears among my father's favorite outings.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Maybe it's because the walk allows for calm conversation. Maybe it's the view of the North Bay. Or maybe it's because the bridge helps to understand a little bit of the relationship between the Island and the mainland.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Opened in 1926, the Herc\u00edlio Luz Bridge is 821 meters long and was, for decades, the only land connection between Santa Catarina Island and the mainland part of the city. After a long restoration process, it was reopened in 2019 and once again welcomes vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"575\" data-id=\"840\" src=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Ponte-Hercilio-Luz-4_SITE-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Herc\u00edlio Luz Bridge\" class=\"wp-image-840\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Ponte-Hercilio-Luz-4_SITE-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Ponte-Hercilio-Luz-4_SITE-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Ponte-Hercilio-Luz-4_SITE-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Ponte-Hercilio-Luz-4_SITE-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Ponte-Hercilio-Luz-4_SITE-2048x1150.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Herc\u00edlio Luz Bridge<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My preferred time to take my father is in the late afternoon. When the weather cooperates, the sky starts changing color, the city lights begin to appear, and the bridge takes on a different atmosphere.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Go through the Public Market and sit at the Box 32 counter<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My father likes those places where the city seems to happen right in front of us. That's why the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/mercado-publico\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"1556\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Public market<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0from Florian\u00f3polis always makes the list.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Market brings together commerce, gastronomy, residents, tourists, fish markets, restaurants, and conversations that mingle through the aisles. It is a tourist spot, of course, but it continues to be part of the downtown routine.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The visit can start with\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/praca-xv-de-novembro\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"1796\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pra\u00e7a XV de Novembro<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0and continue through the historic surroundings. Along the way, it is possible to observe the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/catedral-de-nossa-senhora-do-desterro\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"833\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Metropolitan Cathedral<\/a><\/strong>, the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/museu-historico-de-santa-catarina\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/museu-historico-de-santa-catarina\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cruz e Sousa Palace<\/a><\/strong>, The\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/casa-da-alfandega\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"4336\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Customs House<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0and other important buildings in the central region.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the best-known stops is Box 32, founded in 1984. The establishment has become a meeting point inside the Market and gained fame for its counter that welcomes people from different walks of life, in addition to having established itself as a gastronomic attraction in the city.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">O\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-comer\/box-32\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-comer\" data-id=\"753\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Box 32<\/strong>\u00a0<\/a>It operates Monday to Friday, from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and on Saturdays, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. It remains closed on Sundays. As hours may change on holidays and special dates, please confirm before visiting.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"575\" data-id=\"1598\" src=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Mercado-Publico-2_SITE-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"Public market\" class=\"wp-image-1598\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Mercado-Publico-2_SITE-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Mercado-Publico-2_SITE-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Mercado-Publico-2_SITE-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Mercado-Publico-2_SITE-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Mercado-Publico-2_SITE-2048x1151.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Public market<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What my father enjoys most about this outing isn't exactly checking off a tourist spot as visited. It's sitting down, ordering something, watching the activity, and chatting with whoever is next to him.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Watch the sunset in Santo Ant\u00f4nio de Lisboa and eat at Freguesia<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some places we show because they are important to the city. Others, because we know the person will fall in love.\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/praia-de-santo-antonio-de-lisboa\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"1154\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Saint Anthony of Lisbon<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0It is in the second group.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The neighborhood features old architecture, Azorean influence, a historic church, narrow streets, restaurants, and a privileged view of the North Bay. The beach is approximately 750 meters long and forms a landscape very different from the open-sea beaches of the Island.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"1153\" src=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Praia-de-Santo-Antonio-de-Lisboa-13_SITE-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1153\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Praia-de-Santo-Antonio-de-Lisboa-13_SITE-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Praia-de-Santo-Antonio-de-Lisboa-13_SITE-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Praia-de-Santo-Antonio-de-Lisboa-13_SITE-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Praia-de-Santo-Antonio-de-Lisboa-13_SITE-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Praia-de-Santo-Antonio-de-Lisboa-13_SITE-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Saint Anthony of Lisbon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is an ideal tour for the dad who is not interested in hiking or spending the whole day on the sand, but enjoys walking, taking photos, exploring places with history, and, of course, trying some very typical flavors of Floripa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We usually arrive a little before sunset. That way, there's time to walk down the main street, observe the buildings, and get to know the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/igreja-de-nossa-senhora-das-necessidades\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"1170\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Church of Our Lady of Needs<\/a><\/strong>, enter the stores and see the boats at sea.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the way, it is worth stopping to eat a shrimp pastry. Crispy, well-filled, and with that flavor that perfectly matches the seaside, it is almost a tradition for those visiting Santo Ant\u00f4nio de Lisboa. It is a simple option, but one that always makes the visit feel even more like Floripa.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then, for a more leisurely meal, one of our choices is<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>o<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-comer\/freguesia-oyster-bar-restaurante\/\" data-type=\"o-que-comer\" data-id=\"2263\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Freguesia Oyster Bar &amp; Restaurant<\/a><\/strong>. Located beachfront, the sustainable establishment works with fish and seafood and allows you to combine local gastronomy with the sunset of Santo Ant\u00f4nio de Lisboa. The restaurant is open daily from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-id=\"6625\" src=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Freguesia-Abril-2025-144-1024x682.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Freguesia-Abril-2025-144-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Freguesia-Abril-2025-144-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Freguesia-Abril-2025-144-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Freguesia-Abril-2025-144-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Freguesia-Abril-2025-144-18x12.webp 18w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Freguesia-Abril-2025-144.webp 1988w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Freguesia Oyster Bar &amp; Restaurant<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The tip is to arrive early, eat the pastel during the walk, and leave Freguesia for the late afternoon or dinner. This way, you can enjoy the neighborhood leisurely and watch the sunset at the table, overlooking the North Bay.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Choose a brewery: Rufus Bar, Caverna Bugio or Estimada Bar<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My dad likes beer, so we always set aside at least one day to check out somewhere with craft production or local labels.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And here there is not just one choice. The best option depends on which region of the city you will be visiting and the type of atmosphere you are looking for.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rufus Bar, in Lagoa da Concei\u00e7\u00e3o<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For anyone around Lagoa da Concei\u00e7\u00e3o, the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-comer\/rufus-bar\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-comer\" data-id=\"1276\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rufus Bar<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0It is a practical alternative. The venue features experimental beers from Cervejaria da Lagoa and hosts products from guest breweries in the Florian\u00f3polis region.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The atmosphere is relaxed and it can be fitted in after a walk around the Lagoon, the dunes, or the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/costa-da-lagoa\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"3702\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lagoon Coast<\/a><\/strong>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"461\" data-id=\"1596\" src=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Rufus-2-1024x461.jpeg\" alt=\"Rufus\" class=\"wp-image-1596\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Rufus-2-1024x461.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Rufus-2-300x135.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Rufus-2-768x346.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Rufus-2-1536x691.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Rufus-2.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rufus<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bugio Cave in Trindade<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-comer\/caverna-bugio\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-comer\" data-id=\"3582\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bugio Cave<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0it is close to the Federal University of Santa Catarina and combines craft beer, music, art, and a relaxed atmosphere. Bugio draft beers are handcrafted by the brewery in Paulo Lopes, while the Trindade bar also hosts performances and art exhibitions.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is a good choice for the dad who likes informal places, culture, and unceremonious conversations.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-id=\"8074\" src=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bugio-Centro-4-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8074\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bugio-Centro-4-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bugio-Centro-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bugio-Centro-4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bugio-Centro-4-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bugio-Centro-4-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Bugio-Centro-4.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Bugio Cave<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Dear Bar, on Beira-Mar Norte<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Already <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-comer\/estimada-bar\/\" data-type=\"o-que-comer\" data-id=\"2004\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dear Bar<\/a><\/strong> it is the choice for those who want to combine food, drinks, and the sunset. Located right by the sea, the space features decor inspired by local art and a menu with drinks and casual pub food. The view of the North Bay is one of the most special parts of the experience.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"575\" data-id=\"2005\" src=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/AeB_Estimada-1-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2005\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/AeB_Estimada-1-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/AeB_Estimada-1-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/AeB_Estimada-1-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/AeB_Estimada-1-1536x862.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/AeB_Estimada-1-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/AeB_Estimada-1.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Dear Bar<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Go by boat or take the trail to Costa da Lagoa<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/costa-da-lagoa\/\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"3702\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lagoon Coast<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0it is one of<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>places to go with your dad in Floripa that feel like a little trip within the city itself.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is no conventional road connecting the community to the rest of the neighborhood. Access is by boat or trail, which makes the trip different right from the start.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When my father is willing to walk, we take the trail there and come back by boat. When the idea is to rest, we go and return by lake transportation. Both ways work, and no one needs to prove themselves an adventurer to enjoy the Coast.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/trilha-da-costa-da-lagoa\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"869\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lagoon Coast Trail<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0It is approximately 5.75 kilometers long, with an estimated duration of two hours and a difficulty level considered easy to moderate. The path skirts the Lagoa da Concei\u00e7\u00e3o, passes through the community, and allows visitors to observe forested areas, buildings, and elements related to the historical occupation of the region.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"9985\" src=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Costa-da-Lagoa-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Lagoon Coast\" class=\"wp-image-9985\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Costa-da-Lagoa-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Costa-da-Lagoa-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Costa-da-Lagoa-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Costa-da-Lagoa-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Costa-da-Lagoa-2048x1152.png 2048w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Costa-da-Lagoa-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Lagoon Coast<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then comes the best part: choosing where to have lunch.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the options is\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-comer\/restaurante-do-jaja\/\" data-type=\"o-que-comer\" data-id=\"3335\">Jaj\u00e1&#039;s Restaurant<\/a><\/strong>, located at point 16 of Costa da Lagoa. The restaurant is located along the Caminho da Costa, right behind the small church of Costa da Lagoa and is a business with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.biospheresustainable.com\/pt\/82\/biosphere-brasil\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.biospheresustainable.com\/pt\/82\/biosphere-brasil\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sustainability Commitment Seal \u2013 Biosphere Sustainable<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-9 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1022\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"9986\" src=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/jaja-1022x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"haha\" class=\"wp-image-9986\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/jaja-1022x1024.jpeg 1022w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/jaja-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/jaja-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/jaja-768x770.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/jaja-1533x1536.jpeg 1533w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/jaja-12x12.jpeg 12w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/jaja.jpeg 1848w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1022px) 100vw, 1022px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jaja&#039;s Restaurant<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This tour deserves at least half a day. Trying to fit Costa da Lagoa between several other attractions usually takes away precisely what makes it best: the feeling of traveling slowly.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Experience the Para\u00edso das Ostras Experience<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My father had already eaten oysters before visiting Florianopolis. What he didn't know yet was the whole process that happens before they reach the plate.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That is why\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/experiencia-paraiso-das-ostras\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"6213\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Experience Paradise of Oysters<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0made it onto the list of tours that most surprise those who come to the Island. Furthermore, it is an official experience of the <a href=\"https:\/\/cidadecriativa.floripa.br\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/cidadecriativa.floripa.br\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UNESCO City of Gastronomy<\/a> and one of the few developments with the Biosphere Sustainable Commitment Seal.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located in Caieira da Barra do Sul (right near the<a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/praia-do-ribeirao-da-ilha\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"1269\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00a0Ribeir\u00e3o da Ilha<\/a>) the experience combines a speedboat tour, gastronomy, culture, and contact with mariculture. During the visit, participants learn about the oyster farming process and head out to the cultivation structures installed in the sea.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-10 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"9987\" src=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Paraiso-das-Ostras-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9987\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Paraiso-das-Ostras-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Paraiso-das-Ostras-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Paraiso-das-Ostras-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Paraiso-das-Ostras-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Paraiso-das-Ostras-2048x1152.png 2048w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Paraiso-das-Ostras-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Oyster Paradise<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most special part is observing the work of the oyster farmers and tasting freshly harvested oysters. Each visitor receives four oysters for tasting, and the location allows participants to bring their own drinks to pair with them, with no corkage fee.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The tour needs to be booked in advance.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tip:<\/strong>&nbsp;Go by car or hire private transportation. The availability of buses and ride-hailing vehicles in this part of the island can be limited, especially on the way back.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After the experience, take the opportunity to walk through the historic center of\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/praia-do-ribeirao-da-ilha\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"1269\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ribeir\u00e3o da Ilha<\/a><\/strong>, observe the houses and get to know the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/igreja-de-nossa-senhora-da-lapa\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"1260\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Church of Our Lady of Lapa<\/a><\/strong>. But don't schedule another tour with a very tight timeframe. The whole point is to enjoy the south of the Island without rushing.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-11 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"575\" data-id=\"1261\" src=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Igreja-de-Nossa-Senhora-da-Lapa-2_SITE-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1261\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Igreja-de-Nossa-Senhora-da-Lapa-2_SITE-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Igreja-de-Nossa-Senhora-da-Lapa-2_SITE-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Igreja-de-Nossa-Senhora-da-Lapa-2_SITE-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Igreja-de-Nossa-Senhora-da-Lapa-2_SITE-1536x863.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Igreja-de-Nossa-Senhora-da-Lapa-2_SITE-2048x1150.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Our Lady of Lapa Church<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Spotting right whales in Garopaba<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This tip depends on the time of year, the weather, the sea, and a good dose of patience. Perhaps that is precisely what makes the experience so special.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Between July and November, southern right whales arrive off the region's coast to reproduce and care for their calves. Garopaba is one of the destinations where it is possible to observe them from beaches, dunes, rocky shores, and viewpoints.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-12 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2300\" height=\"1294\" data-id=\"9989\" src=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/baleia.png\" alt=\"Whale\" class=\"wp-image-9989\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/baleia.png 2300w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/baleia-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/baleia-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/baleia-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/baleia-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/baleia-2048x1152.png 2048w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/baleia-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2300px) 100vw, 2300px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Whale<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The main place I take my father is the Whale Lookout, in\u00a0<strong>Gamboa Beach<\/strong>. Access is via a short trail on the right side of the beach, and the spot offers a wide view of the sea. During the season, mothers and calves can come quite close to the coast.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is also possible to keep your eyes on the horizon in\u00a0<strong>Silveira Beach<\/strong>, nas\u00a0<strong>Siri\u00fa Dunes<\/strong>\u00a0and then\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/praia-do-siriu\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"4530\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Siri\u00fa Bay<\/a><\/strong>.We recommend making the observation in the morning, when the sea tends to be calmer, and bringing binoculars to make viewing easier.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My father usually stays in silence looking at the sea, as if any conversation could get in the way. First a distant blow appears. Then, maybe a tail or the movement of a calf. And, suddenly, everyone at the viewpoint is pointing to the same place.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Garopaba requires a longer trip leaving from Florian\u00f3polis. Therefore, it is worth booking a full day, combining whale watching with beaches, the Historic Center, and local cuisine. There are also registered guided land experiences in<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitegaropaba.tur.br\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/visitegaropaba.tur.br\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00a0official portal of Garopaba<\/a><\/strong>, recommended for those who want to learn how to recognize the signs and behaviors of whales.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. Take a thermal bath and discover Cacha\u00e7a do Imperador in Santo Amaro da Imperatriz<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When the day is cold or when we want to take a more leisurely trip,\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/regiao\/santo-amaro-da-imperatriz\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"regiao\" data-id=\"4327\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Santo Amaro da Imperatriz<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0usually wins the vote.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The municipality is known for its thermal springs and is close enough to Florian\u00f3polis for a day trip. But despite the proximity, the landscape changes quite a bit. The city is surrounded by mountains, forest, and rural areas.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the options is\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/onde-ficar\/hotel-caldas-da-imperatriz\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"onde-ficar\" data-id=\"1414\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Caldas da Imperatriz Hotel Bathhouse<\/a><\/strong>. The space features 14 bathtubs, some with whirlpools, supplied with thermal water that arrives directly from the source at 39.8\u00b0C. Each bath lasts approximately 20 minutes.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another possibility is the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/onde-ficar\/plaza-caldas-da-imperatriz-resort-spa\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"onde-ficar\" data-id=\"1229\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Plaza Caldas da Imperatriz Resort &amp; Spa<\/a><\/strong>, which also offers experiences related to thermal waters and well-being.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-13 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"9990\" src=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Plaza-Caldas-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Plaza Caldas da Imperatriz Resort &amp; Spa\" class=\"wp-image-9990\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Plaza-Caldas-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Plaza-Caldas-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Plaza-Caldas-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Plaza-Caldas-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Plaza-Caldas-2048x1152.png 2048w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Plaza-Caldas-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Plaza Caldas da Imperatriz Resort &amp; Spa<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After the shower, our next stop is the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/visita-a-cachaca-do-imperador\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"1401\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Emperor&#039;s Cacha\u00e7a<\/a><\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The distillery offers tastings of cacha\u00e7as and liqueurs and allows visitors to learn more about the flavors and tradition of the artisanal drink. The brand has won awards at Expocacha\u00e7a and the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your father is going to taste cacha\u00e7as, decide in advance who will be the designated driver for the return trip. It is also possible to sleep in Santo Amaro da Imperatriz and enjoy the destination more leisurely.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-14 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"8205\" src=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Cachaca-do-Imperador-66-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8205\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Cachaca-do-Imperador-66-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Cachaca-do-Imperador-66-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Cachaca-do-Imperador-66-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Cachaca-do-Imperador-66-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Cachaca-do-Imperador-66-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Cachaca-do-Imperador-66-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Emperor&#039;s Cacha\u00e7a<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>9. Pick strawberries and sleep in Rancho Queimado<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/regiao\/rancho-queimado\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"regiao\" data-id=\"4326\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rancho Queimado<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0it's the choice when my father wants a mountain climate, a peaceful road, home-cooked food, and that feeling of a trip that begins even before arriving at the destination.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The municipality is known as the Strawberry Capital of Santa Catarina and has rural properties that welcome visitors by appointment to explore the plantations and buy directly from the producers.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The experience we like the most is the pick-and-pay. Instead of just buying the ready-made fruit, we go into the greenhouses, choose the strawberries, and closely follow the work of the producer families.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Among the options are the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/sitio-do-morango-rancho-queimado\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"9682\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Strawberry Farm<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0and the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/foca-haus-colhe-pague-morangos\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"9678\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Seal House<\/a><\/strong>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-15 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"474\" data-id=\"9683\" src=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Sitio-do-Morango-3-1024x474.png\" alt=\"Strawberry Site\" class=\"wp-image-9683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Sitio-do-Morango-3-1024x474.png 1024w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Sitio-do-Morango-3-300x139.png 300w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Sitio-do-Morango-3-768x355.png 768w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Sitio-do-Morango-3-1536x711.png 1536w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Sitio-do-Morango-3-18x8.png 18w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Sitio-do-Morango-3.png 1844w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Strawberry Site<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although Rancho Queimado can be visited as a day trip, it is well worth sleeping there.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By staying the night, you don't have to make the trip back right after the tour and you can still enjoy the town's cafes, restaurants, rural properties, and more relaxed atmosphere.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oh, and don't confuse Rancho Queimado with the Serra Catarinense region. The municipality belongs to the Greater Florian\u00f3polis region, although it has rural landscapes, altitude, and lower temperatures during certain periods.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to fit in sightseeing without creating a rigid itinerary<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These nine places do not need to be visited in order. In fact, we don't even recommend trying to see them all on the same trip.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best thing is to choose according to the location, the weather forecast, the available time, and, above all, your father's style.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To make it easier, some combinations work naturally.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A<a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/ponte-hercilio-luz\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"843\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00a0<strong>Herc\u00edlio Luz Bridge<\/strong><\/a>, the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/parque-da-luz\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"1724\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Light Park<\/a><\/strong>, the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/mercado-publico\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"1556\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Public market<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0and the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-comer\/box-32\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-comer\" data-id=\"753\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Box 32<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0are located in the central region. It is possible to visit two or three of them in the same period without crossing the entire Island.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">O\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-comer\/estimada-bar\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-comer\" data-id=\"2004\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dear Bar<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0It can also be combined with this area, especially to end the afternoon at Beira-Mar Norte. Just like the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-comer\/caverna-bugio\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-comer\" data-id=\"3582\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bugio Cave<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0which is in Trindade.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/praia-de-santo-antonio-de-lisboa\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"1154\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Saint Anthony of Lisbon<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0It deserves a late afternoon all to itself. There is no need to cram in too many other attractions. Arriving early, taking a walk, and having dinner while watching the sunset already makes for a great outing.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">O\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-comer\/rufus-bar\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-comer\" data-id=\"1276\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Rufus Bar<\/strong>\u00a0<\/a>matches a day by Lagoa da Concei\u00e7\u00e3o. If you do\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/costa-da-lagoa\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"3702\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lagoon Coast<\/a><\/strong>, confirm if you still feel like going out at night. Often, after the trail, the boat ride, and lunch, the best decision is to return to the accommodation and rest.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/experiencia-paraiso-das-ostras\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"6213\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Experience Paradise of Oysters<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0must be planned in advance and takes up a good part of a period. It can be combined with other points of the\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/praia-do-ribeirao-da-ilha\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"1269\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ribeir\u00e3o da Ilha<\/a><\/strong>, but avoid scheduling appointments too close together.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Already\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/regiao\/garopaba\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"regiao\" data-id=\"4317\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Garopaba<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0It deserves a whole day, especially during whale season. There is no set time for nature to show up, so be patient and leave room in your schedule.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitesantoamaro.com.br\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/visitesantoamaro.com.br\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Santo Amaro da Imperatriz<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0works well for a day trip, combining a thermal bath, lunch, and a visit to\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/visita-a-cachaca-do-imperador\/\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"1401\">Emperor&#039;s Cacha\u00e7a<\/a><\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/regiao\/rancho-queimado\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"regiao\" data-id=\"4326\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rancho Queimado<\/a><\/strong>, on the other hand, gets even better with an overnight stay. That way, the outing stops being just a quick dash to the pick-and-pay farm and turns into a mini-trip through the countryside of Greater Florian\u00f3polis.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The best places are those he asks to repeat<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After a few visits, I realized that my father's favorite places are not always the most famous ones.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sometimes, he remembers the conversation during the crossing of the more\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/o-que-ver\/ponte-hercilio-luz\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"o-que-ver\" data-id=\"843\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Herc\u00edlio Luz Bridge<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0what about the photograph we took. Remember the oyster tasted in the middle of the sea, the blow of a whale that appeared far away, the warm water in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/visitesantoamaro.com.br\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/visitesantoamaro.com.br\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Santo Amaro da Imperatriz<\/strong>\u00a0<\/a>and the box of strawberries that barely made it in one piece to the accommodation.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choose the tours that suit you. Leave some free time. Repeat a restaurant you liked. Swap the beach for a bar if it is cold or raining.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the end, what makes a place become a favorite isn't just the scenery, the food, or the attraction. It's the memory created there. And when my dad asks where we are going next time, I already know that at least one of these nine places will end up on the itinerary once again.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-16 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"9984\" src=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Estes-sao-os-9-lugares-preferidos-do-meu-pai-quando-ele-vem-para-Floripa-e-regiao-1024x576.png\" alt=\"These are my dad&#039;s 9 favorite places when he comes to Floripa and the region\" class=\"wp-image-9984\" srcset=\"https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Estes-sao-os-9-lugares-preferidos-do-meu-pai-quando-ele-vem-para-Floripa-e-regiao-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Estes-sao-os-9-lugares-preferidos-do-meu-pai-quando-ele-vem-para-Floripa-e-regiao-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Estes-sao-os-9-lugares-preferidos-do-meu-pai-quando-ele-vem-para-Floripa-e-regiao-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Estes-sao-os-9-lugares-preferidos-do-meu-pai-quando-ele-vem-para-Floripa-e-regiao-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Estes-sao-os-9-lugares-preferidos-do-meu-pai-quando-ele-vem-para-Floripa-e-regiao-2048x1152.png 2048w, https:\/\/visitefloripa.com.br\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Estes-sao-os-9-lugares-preferidos-do-meu-pai-quando-ele-vem-para-Floripa-e-regiao-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">These are my dad's 9 favorite places when he comes to Floripa and the region<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The text presents an emotional list of 9 favorite places to visit with one's father in Florian\u00f3polis and the surrounding region, bringing together outings that combine history, gastronomy, nature, and special experiences. Among the suggestions are the Herc\u00edlio Luz Bridge, the Public Market with a stop at Box 32, Santo Ant\u00f4nio de Lisboa with its sunset and Freguesia district, breweries and bars such as Caverna Bugio, Rufus, and Estimada, Costa da Lagoa, the Oyster Paradise Experience, southern right whale watching in Garopaba, thermal baths and Emperor's Cacha\u00e7a in Santo Amaro da Imperatriz, as well as pick-your-own strawberries in Rancho Queimado. 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