Florianopolis Walking Tour - History, Art and Gastronomy
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Prepare yourselves to explore the history, the architecture, the culture and the gastronomy of the capital of Santa Catarina with a local Historian! 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.
Additional Info
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Largo da Alfandega
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
What‘s Included
City map with local reccomendations
Rain coats in case of rain
Food and drinks are not included. The average price for a pint is around 4 dolars.
Options
Español
Espanõl y/o Português
Nuestro guía turístico habla en Español con el grupo y es posible que necesite traducir partes al Portugués.
Português
English
Reviews
30 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best way to start your stay in Floripa
Cosmopolitan304175,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Communication with the guide/organizer super easy. The tour lasts two hours, is a super quiet tour through the historic center of the city. You will learn a lot about the history of the city and the country, you will also get great recommendations for the rest of your stay. Isaac is an experienced , very knowledgeable , professional and accessible person . Speaks several languages , well . It's not like tours q say q speak other languages but in reality neither why.. The area is super safe, and interesting. I recommend doing at the beginning of your stay, pq Isaac can help you with more recommendations / activities during your stay in Floripa. The tour price is affordable, and worth every euro. Thank you Isaac, we love it.
Excellent tour!
edanak,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I loved the walking tour through the historic center of Floripa. The guide is a historian, so the explanations are very rich and he knows a lot. He answered all the questions and told many stories. Super recommend!
Isaac tells the story of...
ANACRISTINA M,,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Isac tells the story of Florianópolis and its relationship with slavery in Brazil in an engaging and knowledgeable way.
Street Art Floripa Tour
morenas724,,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful, super dynamic, current and fun. Indicate for all ages, my daughter of 06 years took great advantage.
Very nice tour to...
GUILHERME G,,Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very nice tour for those who love history. To the right extent, without being exhausting. The guide very prepared.
Excellent experience
JuliaLS123,,Aug 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great walking tour! We learned a lot about the history of Florianópolis. Isaac is an excellent guide and historian, in addition to very friendly and helpful. I recommend!!
Tur very good.... Recommended 1000%. 10 out of 10 for the Guide
785ximenan,,Jun 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I love knowing the story. Knowledge of the Guide 10 of 10 I loved it recommended. If you come to Florianopolis you can not leave without doing this tur
Simply unforgettable!
talitafavore,,May 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The free walking tour through the historic center was one of the most enriching experiences I had on the trip. What we learned during the tour are stories and curiosities that we would never discover on our own. The guide was amazing: lively, friendly and full of energy, managed to create a wonderful dynamic and connect people from different countries, cultures and languages. More than learning about the city, it was an immense pleasure to meet new people, exchange experiences and broaden my horizons. I highly recommend — don’t miss the opportunity to live something that will stay in your memory!
Excellent
Anderson Cabral,,May 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Punctual, with plenty of content, kind and polite. Um tour 10/10. We walked for 02h00 and the tour was quite focused on the central area! I recommend!
Fun and experienced
Global38047106146,,Apr 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fun and experienced guide highly recommended! One Person of our group had problems either the knee so Isaac find a way to make it happen also for us. Excellent
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