Florianópolis Full Island Tour: Beaches, Lagoons & Local Stops

Island life in Florianópolis from city streets to sandy beaches

You’ll cross bridges into Florianópolis’ heart, stroll busy markets with local smells all around, eat fresh fish by Lagoa da Conceição, and feel sand between your toes at Praia da Joaquina. With a friendly guide and easy pickup, this full island tour mixes city energy with quiet beach moments—leaving you with more than just photos.

What’s included

Your day includes travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with total passenger insurance provided by a company with over 30 years’ experience. Wheelchair access is available throughout the journey, infants can ride on laps or in strollers, and service animals are welcome along every stop from city sights to sandy beaches before returning to town together.

Traveler reviews

4.59★★★★★★★★★★

91 verified traveler reviews

Ratings come from travelers who booked this exact experience. We never edit or filter them.

Read all the reviews ›

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Florianópolis city and beaches

• Board at Hercílio Luz Bridge
• Visit Largo da Alfândega Market
• Visit Metropolitan Cathedral
• Visit Praça 15 de Novembro and Palácio Cruz e Sousa
• Stop at Lagoa da Conceição viewpoint
• Stop at Praia da Joaquina
• Stop at Praia Mole
• Lunch at Barra da Lagoa
• Visit TAMAR Project at Barra da Lagoa
• Stop at Morro das Sete Voltas viewpoint
• Stop at Ponto de Vista viewpoint
• Visit Praia dos Ingleses
• Visit Santo Antonio de Lisboa
• Visit Canasvieiras
• Visit Jurerê Internacional

The Experience

We rolled out of downtown Florianópolis just as the city was waking up, wheels humming over the Hercílio Luz Bridge. Our guide, Renata, had this way of pointing out things I’d never notice—like how the bridge’s old steel beams almost glow in the early light. She joked about the traffic (“This is nothing, wait for Carnival!”) and then we were weaving through Largo da Alfândega Market. The smell of fresh pão de queijo hit me first—cheesy, warm. I tried to ask for one in Portuguese and probably butchered it; the vendor just smiled and handed me two.

The day kept shifting gears. One minute we were standing under the cool shadow of the Metropolitan Cathedral of Florianopolis (the bells chimed right as we walked by—felt oddly cinematic), then suddenly winding up Morro das Sete Voltas for a view east across the island. There’s this hush up there except for some distant dogs barking and a salty breeze that sticks to your skin. I didn’t expect Lagoa da Conceição to be so wide or blue—almost glassy with paddleboarders drifting by. Lunch was at Barra da Lagoa—a simple grilled fish, lemon squeezed on top. Renata told us about her childhood swimming here; it made me see the place differently.

After that came sand everywhere—Praia da Joaquina’s dunes are real, not just postcard stuff. Some local kids were practicing their sandboarding moves (I didn’t try; next time maybe). We stopped at Praia Mole too, where surfers bobbed like seals in choppy water. The sun felt strong but not harsh, just enough to make you squint and wish you’d brought a hat. By late afternoon we’d looped north to Santo Antonio de Lisboa—a sleepy spot with pastel houses and old fig trees shading tiny cafés. Someone played guitar nearby; I can still hear that tune when I think back.

Top questions

What places does the Florianópolis full island tour visit?

The tour covers downtown sites like Hercílio Luz Bridge and Largo da Alfândega Market, then heads east to Lagoa da Conceição and Praia da Joaquina, plus northern beaches like Santo Antonio de Lisboa.

Is hotel pickup included in this Florianópolis day trip?

No hotel pickup is mentioned; boarding starts at a central meeting point near Hercílio Luz Bridge.

Does the tour include lunch?

The itinerary includes a stop for lunch at Barra da Lagoa but does not specify if lunch is included in the price.

Is this Florianópolis tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, transportation options are wheelchair accessible and suitable for all fitness levels.

Are service animals allowed on this tour?

Yes, service animals are allowed during the tour.

How long does the full island tour take?

The exact duration isn’t specified but covers multiple stops across central, eastern, and northern parts of Florianópolis in one day.

What languages do guides speak on this tour?

The reference doesn’t specify guide languages; check directly with Itaguasul Turismo for language options.