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Florianópolis Tour: Beaches and History
4.5
35 Ratings
Florianopolis
Florianópolis is known in Brazil as the \
Florianópolis is known in Brazil as the \
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Catedral Metropolitana de Florianópolis - Known as the “Island of Magic” in Brazil, Florianópolis boasts stunning beaches that are a haven for surfers and beach enthusiasts. It is widely regarded as the perfect place to relax and connect with one’s inner self, offering a rich history alongside some of the country’s most beautiful beaches.
In…
- Catedral Metropolitana de Florianópolis - Known as the “Island of Magic” in Brazil, Florianópolis boasts stunning beaches that are a haven for surfers and beach enthusiasts. It is widely regarded as the perfect place to relax and connect with one’s inner self, offering a rich history alongside some of the country’s most beautiful beaches.
In addition to its more than 40 magnificent beaches, “Floripa”—the city’s nickname—offers numerous other attractions. During the tour, visitors will explore the historical center, home to the charming little yellow metropolitan cathedral.
- Praça XV de Novembro - In the city’s most significant square, visitors will discover Praça XV de Novembro (15th of November Square, named after the date the republic was proclaimed), where the impressive Palace Cruz e Souza stands, now housing the historical museum of Santa Catarina.
The Palace holds great significance, having witnessed many pivotal moments in Brazilian history. It hosted both Brazilian emperors during their visits and was seized by revolutionaries during the federalist revolution in 1891. This palace has certainly seen its share of history.
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Hercílio Luz Bridge - Named after the Governor of Santa Catarina, the Hercílio Luz Bridge is another historical and visually captivating site. It was the first bridge built to connect the Island of Santa Catarina to the mainland.
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Lagoa da Conceição - Naturally, in a city like Floripa, the beaches and lagoons are must-see attractions. One of the stops is the renowned natural landmark, Lagoa da Conceição. The neighborhood features not only a lagoon but also several buildings dating back to the city’s colonization and settlement.
Visitors will enjoy the Conceição lagoon belvedere, offering a stunning and comprehensive view of the lagoon and Sete Voltas Hill.
- Avenida das Rendeiras - Following this, the tour will pass by Rendeiras Avenue.
- Joaquina Beach - The tour will then arrive at Joaquina Beach, a venue for various national and international surfing championships. The beautiful waves are ideal for surfing, making it a favorite spot for sports enthusiasts.
- Barra da Lagoa - After leaving Joaquina, the tour will proceed to Barra da Lagoa, where there will be free time for lunch (not included).
What's Included
- Round trip transportation to most hotels in Florianopolis
- Professional tour guide
- Round trip transportation to most hotels in Florianopolis
- Professional tour guide
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
- The specific departure time for this tour will be determined upon reconfirmation
- The tour date might change depending on weather conditions and other variables
- A moderate amount of walking is required. It is advised to wear comfortable shoes
- The specific departure time for this tour will be determined upon reconfirmation
- The tour date might change depending on weather conditions and other variables
- A moderate amount of walking is required. It is advised to wear comfortable shoes
Location
Catedral Metropolitana de Florianopolis
Rua Padre Miguelinho 55
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(35 Ratings)
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Pablerone
Nov 8, 2024
Bom tour - Pleasant and full of stories. Great guide, a lot of knowledge and enthusiasm. 100% recommended. Could be longer with more time on the beaches
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Z6469kktoddp
Oct 4, 2024
Great guide and tour - We had an English speaking guide for our tour and she was wonderful. Very knowledgeable, friendly, and provided many tips about the area for even after the tour. Tour included good stops and overall history of the island. Would recommend it.
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Flavion941
Apr 28, 2024
A paradise - A place that connects with spectacular landscapes that surround this place, good beaches, restaurants, pub, very good connectivity.
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Paulandrea1975
Jan 20, 2024
Wonderful experience - The island is beautiful, it is very large so I couldn't explore it completely. The vast majority of tourists go to the northern beaches but I recommend Riberao da Ilha for its beauty, architecture and tranquility.
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Moheb_a
Mar 30, 2023
Fair tour - Good tour I didn’t finish it all because I have another plan, interesting instructor very knowledgeable
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383hectorm
Mar 12, 2024
Very pleasant - We went to the less crowded places, and it was very nice. We enjoyed very good weather, beautiful beaches and water temperatures to enjoy.
We spent a week in Celso Ramos and another in Cachoeira. We visited some nearby beaches.
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Jeckalfa
Jan 30, 2024
A good way to get a global idea of the island - The most efficient way to get to know a place is to explore it on foot, to walk. But Floripa is a very large island and that is not very viable. Therefore, just like in big cities, we take a bus that tours the most interesting places.
The time of year when we visited Floripa (to spend the Reveillón there) is not the best to move around the island by car or even by public transport due to terrible "os engarrafamentos".
We had located in Canasviriras with the intention of resting and taking advantage of the beach. However, an overview of the island was necessary.
The hotel pick-up service was perfect, on time and opportune.
The planned places to visit (center, Hercilio Da Luz bridge, lake, etc.) were well chosen, except the entrance to Praia Joaquina. It has a unique access and the number of people at this time makes it very difficult to get there. A lot of time is wasted and being on that beach with thousands of people crowded together does nothing good, it gives no pleasure. That alone would have been eliminated from the tour, given the circumstances. The rest was very good.
The guide in charge was very professional and was always attentive to the passengers' questions, giving very accurate explanations.
Very good system to have a global idea of what Florianópolis is. Recommendable.
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Arthur_n
Jul 30, 2023
Wilson and Floripa; the perfect combi!! - The market of Floripa. And the guide is a very sympathetic gentleman: Wilson is the right man at the right place.
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Susan_m
Nov 4, 2018
I thought it would be better - Great tour guide who was very accommodating to me as the only non-Brazilian. This tour is mostly about visiting beach locations around Floripa and not about culture or history. I was hoping to get to a museum and one of the forts.
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