Florianópolis Travel Information
Sambaqui Beach
Sambaqui is both a beach and neighborhood in Florianopolis, in the district of Santo Antonio de Lisboa. The beach, roughly 17 km from the city center of Florianópolis, has calm waters, as is the channel of the island with the mainland. Azorean-style homes line the shore which offers a beautiful view of downtown Florianopolis.
Roughly 1 km long, the beach derives its name from the existence of heaps of shells scattered along the sandy beach, which sometimes reveal fossilized animals, as well as remnants of ancient Indian communities of the region.
Sambaqui has excellent seafood restaurants - some with privileged view. The look is one of the greatest attributes of Sambaqui beach. Besides the typical landscape of the nineteenth century, presents a panoramic view of the North Bay and the mainland. It is precisely because of this view that many bars have been installed in recent years. There are no hostels in Sambaqui, but Santo Antonio de Lisboa is very close and offers good stay. The cultivated oysters consumed in the island of Florianopolis come from the Sambaqui.
Directions: Take the Waterfront north toward the North Island, the SC 401, then exit to Cacupé, go toward Santo Antonio de Lisboa and Sambaqui, passing through St. Anthony of Lisbon and then to Sambaqui Beach.
Location: The beach is located on Sambaqui, continuation of the road from Santo Antonio de Lisboa Beach.
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Activities near to Sambaqui Beach
| Praia da Barra do Sambaqui (beach) -
Barra do Sambaqui is a small beach located in the North Bay in Florianópolis, Santa Catarina. It is beautiful are that divides Ratones Mangrove and Sambaqui Beach.
The Beach Bar Shellmound is the last beach of Ponta do Sambaqui. It is about 360m in length, but lacks well-defined geographic boundaries, as are two stones, one north and one south, which delimit the beginning and end, respectively. It is a sm... Address: Sambaqui, Florianopolis, Santa Catarina, Brazil Distance: 0.00km from the Sambaqui Beach |  |
| Santo Antônio de Lisboa (beach) -
The beach is found within the district of Santo Antônio de Lisboa, and part of the general area of Florianopolis, the capital of the Brazilian state of Santa Catarina. The Santo Antonio de Lisboa beach, 750 meters long and 2-40 meters wide, is an internal and small beach with calm sea and yellowish sand, with some grayed stretches due to the outflow of small streams. It begins in the North, in the Quilombo creek and ends at the... Address: Santo Antônio de Lisboa Florianópolis - SC Distance: 2.99km from the Sambaqui Beach |  |
| Engenho Caminho dos Açores (historical) - This ingenuity of the nineteenth century, the family of Agenor de Andrade, was listed on the initiative of his own family, as well as of historical interest.
Ingenuity of the Azores, a rammed earth construction, preserves all stages of craft production of cassava flour. In several of these steps was necessary to use the strength of the ox and the work of Sevare, rolling, drying, roasting and storing flour, was divided between the fa... Address: Santo Antônio de Lisboa, Florianópolis - SC Distance: 2.99km from the Sambaqui Beach |
Restaurants near to Sambaqui Beach
| Gugu is a Seafood restaurant that is roughly 0.00km from Sambaqui Beach and can be found at Rua Antônio Dias Carneiro, 147 Specializing in seafood, the Gugu offers more than forty-five dishes for customers. Among the most famous are the seafood risotto and grilled mullet, which serves two people. The Gugu opened its doors in 1990, and served with accompaniments of its revenues rice, fries, salad and porridge. |
| Bistrô da Leila is a International restaurant that is roughly 0.00km from Sambaqui Beach and can be found at Rua Gilson da Costa Xavier, 2179 The Leila's Bistro is located on Highway Rafael Pires da Rocha, in Florianopolis. The house offers a variety of dishes with fresh ingredients in local and international recipes. Leila's Bistro is located in Florianopolis. |
| O Lusitano is a International restaurant that is roughly 0.00km from Sambaqui Beach and can be found at Rodovia Gilson da Costa Xavier, 2099 The house specialty is the Portuguese cuisine. Since 2000 The Lusitano prepares dishes with cod, meats and seafood in an environment decorated with items brought from Portugal, including the dishes. The highlight of the menu is the traditional cod and potatoes to the punch, fillet of cod with roasted potatoes "crushed" and whole garlic. T |
| Restinga Recanto is a Seafood restaurant that is roughly 0.00km from Sambaqui Beach and can be found at Rua das Ostras, 130 With a beautiful view of the bay north, the warm Restinga Corner have to get your customers coming demand for fish and other delicacies from the sea. The most requested dish is the stew of mixed seafood with squid, mussel, shrimp and fish, accompanied by rice, salad and porridge. Restinga Corner is located in Florianopolis. |
Hotels near to Sambaqui Beach
 Pousada Casa De Praia HotelPousada Casa De Praia Hotel is a popular choice amongst travelers in Florianopolis, whether exploring or just passing through. Both business travelers and tourists can enjoy the hotel's facilities and services. To be found at the hotel are room service, laundry service/dry cleaning, 24hr room service, business center. Each guestroom is elegantly furnished and equipped with handy amenities. To enha... |
| Pousada Pontal Do Jurere Hotel Pousada Pontal Do Jurere Hotel is conveniently located in the popular Florianopolis area. The hotel offers a wide range of amenities and perks to ensure you have a great time. Take advantage of the hotel's 24hr room service, business center. Each guestroom is elegantly furnished and equipped with handy amenities. The hotel's peaceful atmosphere extends to its recreational facilities which include ... |
 Il Campanario Villaggio Resort Il Campanario Villaggio Resort is a popular choice amongst travelers in Florianopolis, whether exploring or just passing through. The hotel has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Take advantage of the hotel's disabled facilities, business center, 24hr room service, bar/pub, meeting facilities. Relax in your comfortable guestroom, featuring air conditioning, balcony/terrace, DVD/CD player,... |
 Casa106 Pousada HotelCasa106 Pousada Hotel is perfectly located for both business and leisure guests in Florianopolis. Featuring a complete list of amenities, guests will find their stay at the property a comfortable one. Service-minded staff will welcome and guide you at the Casa106 Pousada Hotel. Each guestroom is elegantly furnished and equipped with handy amenities. Take a break from a long day and make use of gar... |