Explore Florianópolis: Spots, Coworking & Beaches
Curated directory of top work hubs, surfing breaks, Azorean oyster farms, and coastal trails across the island.
Mahalo Coworking
📍 South (Campeche) • 24/7 Resident Access
Modern high-speed workspace in Campeche with 24/7 resident access, ergonomic desks, private phone booths, and meeting rooms.
Digital nomads living in Campeche, deep focus work, Zoom meetings
Impact Hub Floripa
📍 SC-401 & Lagoa • Global community network
Premier innovation network with locations in Passeio Primavera (tech corridor) and Lagoa. Large networking events and fast internet.
Tech entrepreneurs, networking events, business meetings
SOHO Innovation Center
📍 East (Lagoa) • Lakeside location
Creative coworking hub right in Lagoa da Conceição. Surrounded by organic cafes and lakeside restaurants.
Remote workers in Lagoa, creatives, walkable lunch spots
SANDBOX Coworking & Sapiens
📍 North (Jurerê / Canasvieiras) • High-tech IT hub
Spacious workspace near Sapiens Parque and Jurerê. State-of-the-art facilities for developers and startup teams.
Startups, developers in the north, quiet work environment
Praia Mole
📍 East • Surf lessons on site
The surfing headquarters of Florianópolis. Soft sands, powerful waves, and a lively beach bar scene with DJs and gringos.
Intermediate to advanced surfers, beach tennis, social vibe
Praia da Joaquina
📍 East • Dune board rentals available
World-famous for its massive sand dunes and legendary surf breaks. Host to international WSL surf championships.
Pro surfing, sandboarding on the giant dunes
Praia do Matadeiro
📍 South • No cars allowed
Protected beach accessible only by a small bridge and pedestrian path. Excellent wave consistency and pristine nature.
Clean waves, scenic walking, post-surf acai bowls
Ribeirão da Ilha (Oyster Capital)
📍 South • Farm-to-table oysters
Historical Azorean village famous for supplying over 70% of Brazil’s oysters. Eat fresh oysters directly at overwater decks.
Oyster tasting, historic Portuguese architecture, sunset views
Santo Antônio de Lisboa
📍 North-West • Best sunset in Floripa
One of the oldest settlements on the island with cobblestone streets, colonial handicraft shops, and high-end seafood bistros.
Romantic dinners, stunning sunsets, Portuguese gastronomy
Lagoinha do Leste
📍 South • No phone reception - full detox
The most wild, untouched beach on the island. Accessible only by a challenging hike through the rainforest or a small boat.
Adventure hiking, pristine nature, panoramic viewpoint (Morro da Coroa)
Trilha da Ponta do Gravatá
📍 East • Easy 25 min walk
Short and accessible scenic trail between Praia Mole and Barra da Lagoa leading to a secluded fisherman cove.
Short 25-min hike, beginners, sunset cliff views
Farol dos Naufragados
📍 Far South • Historic 1861 Lighthouse
Historical 1861 lighthouse and coastal fortress at the southernmost tip of the island, facing the open Atlantic.
History buffs, ocean views, secluded wild beaches
Daniela Beach (Praia da Daniela)
📍 North • Warmest water on the island
A quiet peninsula with warm, wave-free waters. Feels like a massive natural swimming pool, perfect for kids and relaxed paddleboarding.
Families with kids, calm swimming, paddleboarding
Praia de Jurerê
📍 North • Ultra-safe and organized
Long white sandy beach with calm emerald waters, beach clubs, lifeguards, and clean promenade paths.
Comfortable family day, swimming, beachside dining