Florianopolis is a great location for foreign travelers for many reasons.  One of those reasons includes the calm, laid back life of this city and beach island.  As Florianopolis is a decent sized city and the capital of the state of Santa Catarina, it is not completely without crime. However, visitors to Floripa generally feel right at home with few worries. As can be said for most any city in the world, it is always advisable for visitors to pay attention to their surroundings and belongings. However, foreigners will feel very safe when visiting Floripa.