Travel advisory · BrazilSome governments advise against travel to parts of Brazil.The warnings cover only these areas: Ceilandia, Favelas, Paranoá, Santa Maria, São Sebastião, Venezuela border area.Advice depends on your passport. Read your own government's advice before you book.Official advice
- Ceilandia · avoid non-essential travel · Italy, US
- Favelas · avoid non-essential travel · Germany, Spain, New Zealand, US
- Paranoá · avoid non-essential travel · Italy, US
- Santa Maria · avoid non-essential travel · Italy, US
- São Sebastião · avoid non-essential travel · Italy, US
- Venezuela border area · avoid non-essential travel · Germany, France
Also named by one government: 160 km strip along Brazil's land borders (US), Complexo da Maré (Canada), Complexo da Penha (Canada), 20 km strip along the Bolivian border (excluding Pantanal National Park) (Canada), 20 km strip along the Colombian border (Canada), 20 km strip along the French Guiana border (Canada), 20 km strip along the Guyanese border (Canada), 20 km strip along the Paraguayan border (Canada), 20 km strip along the Peruvian border (Canada), 20 km strip along the Surinamese border (Canada), 50 km strip along the Venezuelan border (Canada), Amazonas River and tributaries, Amazonas State (between Codajás and Belém do Solimões) (UK), Border zones (unspecified) (France), Chapada Diamantina National Park (trilha do 21) (Spain), Planaltina (Italy), Samambaia (Italy)
| Government | Advice | Updated | Read the advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom (FCDO) | No advice against the whole country (regional advisories) | – | Read the advice |
| United States (State Dept) | Exercise increased caution (regional advisories) | Aug 31, 2026 | Read the advice |
| Canada (Global Affairs) | Exercise a high degree of caution (regional advisories) | – | Read the advice |
| Germany (Auswärtiges Amt) | No advice against the whole country (regional advisories) | Oct 27, 2026 | Read the advice |
| New Zealand (SafeTravel) | Exercise increased caution due to high crime rates (regional advisories) | – | Read the advice |
| France (Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs) | Vigilance renforcée (pays à risque) (regional advisories) | – | Read the advice |
Checked daily from the governments' published advice; last checked Nov 2, 2026. RoamLedger summarises official advice; it is not advice from any government.
Florianópolis
Florianópolis is an island city known for surf beaches, sand dunes, lagoon views and seafood.
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Florianópolis is the capital of Santa Catarina, a state on Brazil's southern coast. Most of the city sits on Santa Catarina Island, which is linked to the mainland by bridges. The island has dozens of beaches, from calm bays to open surf breaks. Lagoa da Conceição, a large lagoon with restaurants and bars along its shore, draws windsurfers and visitors who want a quieter base than the seafront beaches.
Seafood is central to local cooking, including oysters and mullet, long fished off the island's coast. The historic village of Santo Antônio de Lisboa, settled in the 18th century by families from the Azores, keeps older fishing-town streets and houses. The city suits surfers, beach lovers, food-focused travelers and couples. Summer, from December to February, brings the most beach weather and the most crowds, while autumn and spring are milder. Plan four to five days to cover the main beaches, the lagoon and the old village.
Florianópolis in five
- Know how Pix worksPix is Brazil's instant bank payment, made by QR code, and many beach kiosks and small shops ask for it. Foreign cards may not work on it, so carry some reais in cash.Money and costs
- Get an eSIM before you flyMaps, ride apps and bus apps need data from the moment you land. Set up an eSIM at home so the first hour is not spent looking for a SIM.Phones and eSIM
- Check the bus or car for beach daysJoaquina, Campeche and Praia Mole are spread across the island, and summer traffic slows buses. Check routes and times the night before, or rent a car for the day.Getting around
- Cover surfing in your travel insuranceFlorianópolis is a surf town, and many beaches have surf lessons. Some standard policies exclude surfing, so check the wording for board sports before you buy.Travel insurance
- Eat lunch at a por quilo buffetPor quilo restaurants serve a self-service buffet charged by weight, a common lunch option in Brazil. Weigh your plate at the counter, then pay at the cashier.
Need to know
- Currency
- Real (BRL)
- Entry
- Visa-free for many passports; some need a visa or e-visa, so check first Read more
- Emergency
- 190 police, 192 ambulance (SAMU), 193 fire
- Tipping
- A 10% service charge is often added; extra tip is optional
- Time
- UTC-3, no daylight saving
Weather by month
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- JanuarySummer, busy
- FebruaryCarnival crowds
- MarchWarm, easing crowds
- AprilMild, quiet
- MayCooler, quiet
- JuneCool, windy
- JulyWinter holidays
- AugustCool, quiet
- SeptemberSpring, quieter
- OctoberMild, warm
- NovemberWarm, rising
- DecemberSummer holidays
Right now in Florianópolis
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 25°
- Humidity
- 79%
- Wind
- 16 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 69%
Santa Catarina
05:43 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today26°21°69%Monday: Drizzle. High 26°, Low 21°. Chance of rain 69%.
- Tue26°20°33%Tuesday: Drizzle. High 26°, Low 20°. Chance of rain 33%.
- Wed27°20°79%Wednesday: Thunderstorms. High 27°, Low 20°. Chance of rain 79%.
- Thu25°19°67%Thursday: Thunderstorms. High 25°, Low 19°. Chance of rain 67%.
- Fri26°18°38%Friday: Cloudy. High 26°, Low 18°. Chance of rain 38%.
- Sat31°17°55%Saturday: Drizzle. High 31°, Low 17°. Chance of rain 55%.
- Sun23°15°22%Sunday: Clear. High 23°, Low 15°. Chance of rain 22%.
Updated 03:11 PM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 5.437 BRL
Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Day trips by train
- Santo Antônio de Lisboaabout 30 to 45 min by carA fishing village with 18th-century Azorean-style houses and seafood lunches.
- Lagunaabout 1.5 to 2 hours by carA historic coastal town tied to whaling and to Anita Garibaldi.
- Blumenauabout 2 to 2.5 hours by carA city with German heritage and an October beer festival.
- Balneário Camboriúabout 1 to 1.5 hours by carA high-rise beach city with a long promenade.
Before you go to Florianópolis
Rules for Florianópolis, checked
- Many nationalities need no visa for short tourist stays, but some need a visa or e-visa. Check the official Brazilian foreign ministry page before you book.Source
- Declare goods above the duty-free allowance on the customs form. Check current limits with Receita Federal, Brazil's customs authority, before you fly.
- Fresh fruit, plants, seeds and animal products can be confiscated at arrival. Declare them on the form; officers can take them.
Plan around Florianópolis
Regions, entry, transport and money for a Brazil trip
Read the guideVisas and entryWho needs a visa and how to check before you fly
Read the guideGetting aroundBuses, car hire and airport transfers compared
Read the guideWhere to stayBeach, lagoon and city bases compared
Read the guideMoney and costsPix, cards and typical daily costs
Read the guideFlorianópolis FAQ
Is Florianópolis worth visiting?
Yes, for beaches, a lagoon town and surf. The city sits on an island joined to the mainland by bridges, and it has Azorean-influenced villages to the north and south. It suits a relaxed beach trip better than a big-city stop.
How many days do you need in Florianópolis?
Four or five days covers two or three beaches, the lagoon and a day trip to a fishing village. Add a day if you want to surf or see the coast south of the island.
Which beaches are best in Florianópolis?
Joaquina and Campeche are the best known for surf, with long sand and dunes at Joaquina. Praia Mole is small and popular with surfers. Lagoa da Conceição suits swimming and paddling in calmer water.
Do you need a car in Florianópolis?
Not for the center or Lagoa, but a car makes beach days and the fishing village easier. Buses reach many beaches, though they are slower in summer traffic.
Is Florianópolis safe for tourists?
Use the same care you would in any city. Keep valuables out of sight on the beach, and use app-based rides or registered taxis after dark.
When is the best time to visit Florianópolis?
March to May and October are mild and quieter, with fewer crowds on the beaches. December to February is the busiest and hottest season. July brings school holiday crowds.