Free Tour in Florianopolis
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Join our exciting free tour of Florianópolis, where architecture, urban legends, and traditions combine perfectly. Get ready to discover the history of the capital of Santa Catarina. Join now and immerse yourself in a fascinating journey.
At the scheduled time, we'll meet outside Café Bar do Largo da Alfândega, at Largo da Alfândega, 142, Centro - Florianópolis. Once we're all together, we'll begin the tour around the historic center, popularly known as Floripa, and we'll learn of the secrets of its most important monuments and buildings through the eyes of a local historian.
While we walk, we'll learn about the native indigenous groups and about the first Portuguese settlers who founded the Portuguese village, taking us back to the 17th century.
After learning about the founders of 'Desterro', we'll make our way to the Cruz e Sousa Palace, the old headquarters of the State Government, and the November 15th Square.
The following stops will be at a Church built by the African community and Álvaro de Carvalho Theatre, one of the most beautiful monuments in the city.
We finish the tour with a toast at the Public Market, where you can have a drink or a snack, buy a souvenir, and use the restrooms.
Meeting point
Café|Bar do Largo da Alfândega
Before you go
- Length
- About 2h
- Languages
- Spanish, Portuguese, English
- Usual start times
- 10:00 (Florianopolis time)
- Coming up
- 93 departures in 3 months, 5 this week
Questions about this tour
How much does this tour cost?
Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.
How long does it take?
About 2h.
Where does it start?
The meeting point is Café|Bar do Largo da Alfândega. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
What languages is it in?
Upcoming departures are in Spanish, Portuguese and English. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.
When does it run?
93 departures are listed in the next three months, 5 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 10:00. Times are local to Florianopolis.
Do I need to book?
Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.
Is it accessible?
The tour provider has added accessibility information for this tour. Check the details with them when you book, and tell your guide about any needs on the day.
Can I bring my dog?
The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.
Accessibility information availablePet friendly
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