Must-see attractions in Centro & the Mainland

  • Museu Histórico de Santa Catarina

    Centro & the Mainland

    Formerly the colonial governor’s palace, this gorgeous must-see building has ornate parquet floors and extravagant 19th-century ceilings.

  • Mercado Público

    Centro & the Mainland

    Floripa's historic public market bolted out of a huge refurbishment in 2015 with an improved look. It houses numerous bars and restaurants in addition to…

  • Catedral Metropolitana

    Centro & the Mainland

    You’ll hear the hourly ringing of bells in the Catedral Metropolitana, which sits grandly at the high end of the square and is the only church we've ever…

  • Praça XV de Novembro

    Centro & the Mainland

    The center of town is the inviting Praça XV de Novembro, with its shady walks and 100-year-old fig tree.

  • Igreja de NS do Rosário

    Centro & the Mainland

    The best-preserved colonial church, Igreja de NS do Rosário, sits picturesquely atop the steps at Rua Trajano.