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Mobility

Saint Peter of Alcântara It is a small municipality, with just over 5,700 inhabitants and, therefore, does not offer a wide range of mobility options for its residents and visitors.

 

O public transportation It is made up of the Santa Terezinha company responsible for the route between São Pedro de Alcântara and Florianópolis. The route includes stops in the different neighborhoods of São Pedro de Alcântara, covering central areas such as Centro, Boa Parada, Fofoca, Vira Copos, Santa Tereza and Lagoa Vermelha.

 

Furthermore, still are not offered rental car services and app-based car services such as Uber and 99, to move around the city more conveniently.

 

The best mobility options are the car and, of course, the bicycle, which is a healthy and sustainable way to explore the city. Regardless of the option chosen, it is important to find out about the best routes and times to ensure a safe and peaceful trip.

Documentation

To visit Saint Peter of Alcântara As an international tourist, it is necessary to check the visa and documentation requirements required by the Brazilian government and the visitor's country of origin. Citizens of some countries are exempt from tourist visas for a period of up to 90 days, while others need to apply for a visa before traveling.

In addition, you must have a passport valid for at least six months from the date of entry into Brazil. It is recommended that visitors have round-trip tickets, proof of accommodation reservation, proof of sufficient financial means for the stay and international health insurance valid for the period of the trip.

It is important to remember that documentation requirements may vary according to the visitor's nationality and that it is essential to check the updated information with the competent bodies before making the trip.

Tourists from Mercosur (Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay) can visit Saint Peter of Alcântara without the need for a visa. To enter Brazil, they must present their original civil identity document with an updated photo. The CNH (National Driving License) is not accepted as an identification document. Furthermore, it is important that tourists have proof of accommodation reservations and return tickets to their country of origin.

Consult the National Health Surveillance Agency – ANVISA through the website:
https://www.gov.br/anvisa/pt-br to find out if there is any vaccine requirement for entry of foreign tourists.

Applications

We have prepared a selection of applications that can improve your travel experience by São Pedro de Alcântara and region:

 

Strava

Download the app Strava in the store Google Play It is Apple Store to record and/or follow the circuits and tracks of São Pedro de Alcântara and region.

 

Wikiloc

Download the app Wikiloc in the store Google Play It is Apple Store to record and/or follow the circuits and tracks of São Pedro de Alcântara and region.

 

Floripa in Ponto

Download the app “Floripa at Ponto 2.0” in the store Google Play It is Apple Store to monitor bus schedules in real time.

Public agencies

Fire Department:

Telephone: 193 (Trauma situations, such as falls, being run over and car accidents)

 

Tourist Service Center:

(48) 3271-0151.

 

Civil defense

Telephone: 199

 

IMA – Santa Catarina Environmental Institute:

(Follow the bathing reports of the beaches located on Costa Verde & Mar)

 

Civil police:

Telephone: 181

 

Military police:

Telephone: 190

 

PROCON (Body that has the function of defending, directing and guiding the consumer.)

Saint Joseph: (48) 3288-4393

 

Mobile Emergency Care Service – SAMU:

Telephone: 192 (Clinical situations, such as heart attacks and strokes)

 

How to get

Saint Peter of Alcântara is located in Greater Florianópolis, just 33km from the capital. To reach the region, visitors can choose three main means of transport: plane, car and bus.

For those who want to reach the city of plane, Florianópolis International Airport (Floripa Airport) is the best option. The airport receives flights from different parts of Brazil and some Latin American countries. It is possible to find direct flights from cities such as São Paulo, Campinas, Rio de Janeiro, Porto Alegre, Brasília, Belo Horizonte, Chapecó, Buenos Aires/ARG and Santiago/CHI.

If you prefer to travel by car, the city is accessible via the main highways in the state of Santa Catarina, such as BR-101 and BR-282. For those who wish to rent a car, there are several rental agencies available at Floripa Airport and in the main cities in the Greater Florianópolis region.

Finally, whoever chooses to arrive at São Pedro de Alcântara from bus, there are several road transport companies that offer regular services to Florianópolis from nearby cities and other regions of the country. From there there is the option of an intercity bus line from the company Santa Terezinha, connecting the capital Florianópolis (Center Integration Terminal – TICEN) and São Pedro de Alcântara.

 

Tip: To find the best intercity and interstate bus fares, access apps like SearchBus.

 

Regardless of the choice of means of transport, it is important to plan the trip in advance to ensure the best option according to the traveler's availability and preference.

Tourist Information

O Tourist Service Center – CAT of São Pedro de Alcântara is located at Rua Eduardo Baungarten, n°43 – Centro, São Pedro de Alcântara/SC.

 

Telephone: (48) 3271-0151.

 

Located on the premises of the Casa da Cultura, CAT is open from Monday to Friday, from 8am to 12pm and from 1pm to 5pm. CAT has 1 computer for consultations, free internet access and space for reading.

 

Time:

Monday: 8am to 5pm

Tuesday: 8am to 5pm

Wednesday: 8am to 5pm

Thursday: 8am to 5pm

Friday: 8am to 5pm

Saturday: closed

Sunday: closed

 

Tip: If you are planning to arrive, depart or even explore Florianópolis, and need information to structure your trip, we recommend visiting the website Visit Floripa. There, you will find all the necessary information about the capital of Santa Catarina.

Flight schedules

O Floripa Airport is the international airport of Florianópolis, located in the capital of Santa Catarina. With a modern and comfortable infrastructure, it has several service options, including shops, restaurants, car rental and parking.

In addition, it has flights to several cities in Brazil and abroad, being the main gateway for tourists to the State of Santa Catarina.

 

 

To access the Flight Dashboard from Floripa Airport in real time, Click here.

Bus station

For tourists who visit the city and do not have a car or do not want to travel with their vehicles, there is an option for an intercity bus line from the company Santa Terezinha, connecting the capital Florianópolis (Center Integration Terminal – TICEN) and São Pedro de Alcântara. The line is operated with urban buses, offering the following Florianópolis/São Pedro de Alcântara route options:

 

  • Via Lagoa Vermelha
  • Via Shopping Continente
  • Via Vila Junckes
  • Semi Direct

 

São Pedro de Alcântara does not have a Bus TerminalTherefore, passengers are boarded and disembarked at bus stops located on the banks of the public road.

 

To reach the region, the best alternative is the Florianópolis Bus Station, also known as Rita Maria Bus Terminal. This is a crucial point for those who want to travel to different destinations in Santa Catarina, main cities in Brazil and neighboring countries. Located in a strategic position in the city center, close to the Governador Pedro Ivo Campos and Colombo Salles bridges, which connect the island to the mainland, Florianópolis Bus Station is a busy place that handles hundreds of bus arrivals and departures daily.

 

With around 20 bus companies operating at Terminal Rita Maria, it is possible to find more than 500 routes to different destinations. If you are wondering how to get to Florianópolis Bus Station, know that it is located at Avenida Paulo Fontes, number 1101, in the city center. The location is just a few minutes' walk from TICEN, the urban transport integration terminal, and next to the head of the Pedro Ivo and Colombo Salles bridges. This makes the bus station easily accessible for those departing from almost every point in the city.

 

Furthermore, if you prefer to go by car, the bus station offers 24-hour parking for your convenience.

 

Tip: To find the best intercity and interstate bus fares, visit: SearchBus.

Useful telephone numbers

Fire Department:

Telephone: 193 (Trauma situations, such as falls, being run over and car accidents)

 

Tourist Service Center:

(48) 3271-0151.

 

Civil defense

Telephone: 199

 

IMA – Santa Catarina Environmental Institute:

(Follow the bathing reports of the beaches located on Costa Verde & Mar)

 

Civil police:

Telephone: 181

 

Military police:

Telephone: 190

 

PROCON (Body responsible for defending, directing and guiding consumers.

Saint Joseph: (48)3288-4393

 

Mobile Emergency Care Service – SAMU:

Telephone: 192 (Clinical situations, such as heart attacks and strokes)