Florianopolis Private City Tour by Car: Bilingual Guide

A day shaped around what you want to see: markets, beaches, history, and a boat trip into the mangroves

A private car tour of Florianopolis with a bilingual guide who picks you up from your hotel and takes you through the island's neighborhoods at your own pace. The itinerary is fully flexible. You choose whether to linger at the Public Market, explore the upscale shores of Jurerê, walk the cobblestone streets of colonial Santo Antônio de Lisboa, or add a boat trip to Costa da Lagoa. The guide speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese or French, and the tour runs 6 to 7 hours depending on what you want to do.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Hercilio Luz Bridge30m
2. Joaquina Beach1h

Explore Florianopolis city highlights

• Walk through postcard area and learn history
• Taste local cuisine and buy souvenirs
• Explore main square and historic building
• Walk cobblestone streets in historic neighborhood
• Walk Forte Beach and learn colonial history
• Walk mangroves and learn about rainforest
• Explore famous beach and shop souvenirs

The experience

Start with pickup from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle. The day unfolds around the neighborhoods and moments that appeal to you: the Public Market for local food and souvenirs; Jurerê for a taste of the island's high-end beach culture; the Hercilio Luz Bridge and the city's main square to understand Florianopolis's history; or the cobblestone streets of Santo Antônio de Lisboa, a charming colonial neighborhood where fresh oysters and world-class restaurants anchor the afternoon.

If you want something beyond the city, the guide can arrange a boat trip to Costa da Lagoa, where traditional lakeside dining and hidden waterfalls sit across the water. You'll also have the chance to walk through Forte Beach along the north bay, explore the mangroves and Atlantic rainforest, and visit Joaquina Beach, the island's most famous stretch of sand. Every stop is optional: the guide responds to your energy and your interests as the day unfolds.

The tour lasts 6 to 7 hours. Pickup is included, and the vehicle stays with you throughout, so there's no waiting for transport between neighborhoods. You can book a half-day or full-day option at checkout.

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• pickup from your hotel.
• bilingual guide (English, Spanish, Portuguese, or French).
• access to all neighborhoods and beaches on the itinerary.
• optional boat trip to Costa da Lagoa (arranged by your guide).

Options for this experience

2 options

Private city tour by car with a bilingual guide, half dayGuide in 4 languages · 09:00 and 15:00Lasts 4 hours; includes pickup

Private tour by car, full dayGuide in 4 languages · 09:00Lasts 7 hours; pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00 and 15:00

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AgesAdult (10 and older) · Under 10: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by The Best of Florianopolis - Guided Tours

Is this one for you?Choose the half-day option if you want the highlights (the market, a beach, and one historic neighborhood) without a full commitment. Pick the full-day tour if you want to explore deeper, add the boat trip to Costa da Lagoa, or move through the island without any sense of rushing.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and Portuguese.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the Public Market like, and how much time do people usually spend there?

The Public Market is the city's postcard: a vibrant hub where locals shop for fresh food and tourists browse souvenirs. Most visitors spend an hour there, tasting the local cuisine and soaking up the atmosphere, though your guide will adjust based on your pace.

Can I add a boat trip to Costa da Lagoa, or is that a separate booking?

Costa da Lagoa is optional and can be incorporated into your tour if you want it. Your guide arranges the boat trip as part of the day, so there's no separate booking. Just let your guide know your interest when you start.

What's the difference between the half-day and full-day options?

The half-day tour covers the main highlights (the market, a beach or two, and one or two neighborhoods) in around 3 to 4 hours. The full-day option gives you 6 to 7 hours to explore more deeply, add the boat trip to Costa da Lagoa, or visit additional beaches and historic sites without rushing.

What happens if I want to skip a stop or change the plan halfway through?

The itinerary is fully adaptable. Your guide responds to your preferences throughout the day, so if you'd rather skip a stop, spend more time somewhere, or head in a different direction, just say so. The day evolves according to your interests.