Barra da Lagoa is located in the east of the island, in a privileged location, because it is halfway between the north and south of the coast providing quick access to several neighborhoods such as São João do Rio Vermelho and Ingleses that lead to the beaches of the North. , and Praia Mole, Joaquina and Centrinho da Lagoa da Conceição that lead both to the south and to the center of Florianópolis, which is only 15 km away.
The neighborhood is known worldwide for the cordiality of its native residents and for its natural beauties. In high season the region attracts numerous tourists, but throughout the year Barra da Lagoa receives foreign tourists, mainly from North America and Europe, who come to Barra during the calmer months of the medium and low season.
Barra da Lagoa is really a land of contrasts as several tribes cohabit in the place. The neighborhood, which is a traditional fisherman's stronghold, is also an ideal place for surfing and especially for those who are learning to surf. In Canal da Barra, the contrast is due to the fishermen's houses and boats on one side and super modern mansions and boats of investors attracted by the beauty of the channel that gives access to Lagoa da Conceição and the Atlantic Sea.
We can say that Barra da Lagoa is the best structured neighborhood on the East Coast, which has several accommodation and food options, in terms of good gastronomy, the place is extremely well served with restaurants located at the entrance of the canal or by the sea. .
The streets of the center are narrow, bringing an air of a small town, which offers many shops and infrastructure for its residents and tourists. It is a privileged area, with surrounding hills, embedded between the Atlantic Ocean, Lagoa da Conceição and Morro da Galheta, the latter houses a dolmen that was used by the primitive peoples of the region as an astronomical observatory.
In addition to all these qualities, Barra da Lagoa also has beaches and natural pools hidden on the coast, crystal clear water, white sands and an incredible energy that those who visit will never forget.