Florianopolis Walking Tour - History, Art and Gastronomy
Description
Prepare yourselves to explore the history, the architecture, the culture and the gastronomy of the capital of Santa Catarina with a local expert! Join us! Once we're all together in front of the local coffee shop Café Da Praça, we'll begin the tour around the historic centre and we'll learn of the secrets of its most important monuments and buildings. As we walk, we'll talk about the indigenous groups that occupied the Island of Santa Catarina, and travel through the 17th century, a time marked by the arrival of Portuguese colonisers and African enslaved. After learning about the founders of the nicknamed "Magic Iisland", we'll make our way to the Cruz e Sousa Palace and the November 15th Square. Next, we'll explore important landmarks for the black community in Florianopolis. In addition, we'll also pass by the Álvaro de Carvalho Theatre, one of the most beautiful monuments in the city. We'll finish the experience with a little tour and a surprise at the Public Market.
Tour Options
Itinerary
We will meet outside Café Bar do Largo da Alfândega (Largo da Alfândega, 142 - Centro, Florianópolis). There you will be able to get a coffee, water and use the restroom before taking off.
This is a memorial for one of the city's old pier and most popular bar
A local coffee shop where we stop for a special coffee tasting experience
The City's main square is home to a gigantic Fig Tree
The Old House of Chamber and Prison holds the most modern and interactive museum of the city. We take a 10 minutes break here to use the restroom and buy drinks and food at the Café's Coffee Shop
Governor's Palace and Cruz e Sousa Museum
This is the Cathedral of Florianópolis known as Cathedral of Our Lady of Exhile.
A Church built by the Black community for the Black comunity
In the Public Market there are local restaurants, souvenir shops as well as local fish and groceries.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(57)
Issac spoke excellent English, had considerable knowledge of Florianopolis and was good fun. Would recommend the tour as a great way to learn about the history of the city and to walk around the old part of the city.
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Isaac was a very illustrative guide and also most professional. Having an advanced command of Spanish helps to better understand the subjectivities of the stories and the information he presents during the tour. He is also very kind and offers added value in his work all the time, one of the best we have seen.
Great experience, Isaac is an amazing person who gives the group a dive into history. Essential information about the city and mt joy and kindness. We love
We had an excellent tour given by Isaac, He is very knowledgable, spoke excellent English, and was a fun guide with a couple of little nice 'surprises' along the way. We highly recommend this.
Highly recommended for understanding the city
Gracias, Cecília! Que disfrute Florianopolis con níveis ojos agora!
It was worth the experience of experiencing the history of the city and its monuments that gain life and new meanings by being told with so much ownership, criticism and lightness. We made a journey with a rhythm that respects the movement of the group, with strategic stops, as well as accessible, interactive, ideal for all ages. We were delighted with the didactic and receptivity of Isaac and Giulia. Super indicate the activity!
Excellent experience, you learn about the history, art, gastronomy, and the guide Isaac gives many tips on where to go, eat, always concerned about everyone, in the end he even gives some little gifts, I recommend it
The experience was amazing, I learned a lot about the culture of Florianópolis, changed my view of the city.
Amazing tour!! With so many interesting spots and history, told with respect and, at the same time, amusement, by the local guise Isaac! It is worth knowing Florianópolis from that point of view - for me, now, Floripa has another name and other colors! I did the tour in Portuguese, but it has in other languages as well. And the highlight of the tour: taste the delicacies that The Best of Floripa offers through its partnerships with local establishments! :)) Can schedule!!
A guided tour of Florianopolis, a city with a relatively small historic center, may seem unnecessary, but for this very reason, it is worth doing! The tour allows one to notice details, discover stories, and better understand the city of today and its history. Isaac, the guide, has created an excellent mix of history, culture, music, beliefs, and current events in a balance that can satisfy the most diverse interests. Additionally, it is very interesting: the tour has established collaborations with local restaurateurs and provides the opportunity to sample some (very appreciated!) food along the way. Recommended!
