- Type
- Neighborhood and village
- Area
- South of the island
- Free access
- Yes
- Good for kids
- Yes
- Requires a hike or walk
- No
Ribeirão da Ilha is a district in the south of the island, facing the calm South Bay. Its center, known as the Freguesia do Ribeirão, has one of the most beautiful sets of Azorean houses in Florianópolis, with colorful homes lining the narrow street right by the water. Wikipedia records that the district was created by royal charter in 1809 and that it is Brazil’s largest oyster producer.
Oysters
Out in the bay, rows of buoys mark the oyster and mussel farms. The waterfront restaurants serve oysters raw, au gratin and steamed. Learn more in Florianópolis oysters.
Azorean culture
The old houses, the Freguesia church and the religious and fishing traditions are a legacy of the Azoreans who settled the Santa Catarina coast in the 18th century. See Azorean culture.
The island’s highest point
The district is home to Morro do Ribeirão, at 532 m the highest point on Santa Catarina Island, according to Wikipedia.
Practical tips
- Have a lunch of fresh oysters on the edge of the South Bay.
- Walk around the Freguesia to see the old houses.
- Drive slowly on the narrow road.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ribeirão da Ilha a good place to eat oysters?
Yes. The district is Brazil's largest oyster producer, according to Wikipedia, and has many restaurants on the edge of the South Bay.
Where is Ribeirão da Ilha?
In the south of Santa Catarina Island, facing the South Bay, south of the airport.
Combine with
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Free accessTrail South of the island Naufragados Beach The southernmost beach on the island, reached by a forest trail or by boat. See details -
Free accessKids North of the island Santo Antônio de Lisboa The Azorean village on the North Bay, with historic houses, oysters and a famous sunset. See details