South America
Costa Esmeralda Florianopolis to Bombinhas
Brazil
Distance
90 km
Duration
2-4 hours
Best Season
December-March
This short Atlantic-coast drive links Florianópolis to Bombinhas through Santa Catarina’s Costa Esmeralda, with beach towns, offshore islands, and turquoise bays along the way. The route is paved and straightforward, best enjoyed as a leisurely summer escape with stops for swimming, seafood, and viewpoints.
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Stops along the route
Departure
Florianopolis
Start on the island city’s waterfront roads and bridges. Urban beaches and bay views quickly give way to the coast.
City
Santo Antonio de Lisboa
A charming colonial seaside district with calm water and stone streets. It is a classic pause for coffee, seafood, and sunset views.
City
Biguaçu
A practical coastal stop on the mainland stretch north of Florianopolis. The scenery opens toward bays, mangroves, and distant islands.
City
Governador Celso Ramos
A beachy municipality known for clear water and island views. It is the gateway to quiet coves and summer holiday stops.
City
Porto Belo
A lively harbor town with boats, seafood, and island departures. The bay makes a scenic break before the final run north.
Arrival
Bombinhas
Finish in a compact peninsula town surrounded by coves and clear water. Summer crowds come here for snorkeling, beaches, and relaxed evenings.
Things to Do
Nature
Praia de Palmas
A wide, bright beach with soft sand and turquoise surf. It is one of the best swimming stops on the route.
Nature
Bombas Beach
A long, family-friendly beach with a broad promenade and steady waves. It is a good first look at Bombinhas' coast.
Beach
Praia de Jurerê
A famous Florianopolis beach with calm water and a polished resort feel. It is an easy early stop if you want a quick swim or stroll.
Viewpoint
Trapiche de Santo Antonio de Lisboa
A waterfront pier with wide bay views and a relaxed village atmosphere. It is a great place to watch boats and the evening light.
Beach
Praia de Palmas
A long beach ideal for swimming, walking, and summer lounging. The water is often clear and inviting on calm days.
Island
Ilha de Porto Belo
A nearby island with boat access, clear water, and snorkeling potential. It adds a classic Costa Esmeralda day-trip feel.
Viewpoint
Mirante Eco 360
A panoramic lookout over Bombinhas and the surrounding bays. It is one of the best places to see the peninsula layout from above.
Where to Eat
Seafood
Restaurante Ponta das Caranhas
A well-known seaside spot in Santo Antonio de Lisboa for fish, oysters, and local shellfish. Good for a long lunch with bay views.
Seafood
Rancho de Canoa
A traditional waterfront option in Santo Antonio de Lisboa with regional seafood dishes. It is a strong stop for a slow coastal meal.
Brazilian seafood
Restaurante Samburá
A popular harbor-side restaurant in Porto Belo serving fresh fish and shrimp. It fits well as a lunch stop on the way to Bombinhas.
Brazilian
Casa da Dona Santa
A casual, local-style restaurant in Bombinhas for simple meals and coastal comfort food. It is a handy dinner stop after the beach.
Bakery
Panificadora Sabor do Trigo
A likely bakery stop for coffee, pão de queijo, and quick snacks in Bombinhas. Useful for an early start or beach picnic supplies.