Florianópolis Free Running Tour to Seaside Avenue and Bridges

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Florianópolis

Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes

Languages: English, Spanish, French and Portuguese

Guru: Isaac

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Registered on 22 January 2024

I am a Historian and an English teacher. I am also a certified tour guide and I have been working in Florianópolis for over 8 years. I've lived abroad in the USA, Belgium and Colombia, so, in addition to Portuguese, I speak English, French and Spanish. I was lucky enough to participate in many bike tours, walking tours and guided trails while traveling the world and these experiences are great inspirations and references for my work. I'm looking forward to showing you around!

Free reservation and cancellation

Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Join the Florianópolis Free Running Tour and explore the island’s history in motion! Guided by local specialists, the experience begins at the Trapiche da Beira-Mar Norte with introductions and instructions. Along the scenic route, we make short stops at landmarks such as Fort Sant’Anna, the Pedro Ivo Bridge pedestrian path, and the majestic Hercílio Luz Bridge, learning about their cultural and historical significance. Enjoy breathtaking bay views, the sea breeze, and local stories as you run through the heart of the city. For those who prefer a lighter pace or can’t handle the full run, city scooters conveniently found around the streets are available to rent at your own cost. The tour concludes with a goodbye drink at a cozy café overlooking the Hercílio Luz Bridge — a perfect ending to this energizing adventure.

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

We'll meet at Trapiche da Beira Mar in front of the pier at Avenida Beira by right by the sign "I S2 Floripa". Our guide will be wearing "The Best of Florianópolis" White T-Shirt

Free entry

Parque da Luz

Parque da Luz is a beautiful hillside park in downtown Florianópolis, located right next to the iconic Hercílio Luz Bridge. Offering stunning panoramic views of the bay and city, it’s a favorite spot for locals and visitors to walk, relax, and enjoy nature.

Free entry

Punto de encuentro

Your meeting point is at Trapiche da Beira-Mar Norte, a landmark pier in the seaside avenue, Avenida Beira Mar Norte, in Florianópolis. It is a scenic spot with varied tourist attractins and facilities. This is where the group will get to know each other and hear the insctructions before starting the tour.

Free entry

Forte Santana

Fort Santana is a historic landmark strategically located in the heart of Florianópolis, Santa Catarina. Built in 1761, this imposing fort stands as a living witness to bygone eras and the battles fought to protect the Village of Our Lady of Exile (Vila de Nossa Senhora do Desterro). We'll have a short stop to learn the basic history related to the fort and for photographs.

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).