Visit the charming little city of Blumenau. Walk these streets and be taken to Europe as this German colonized city, carved in the south of Brazil, is very true to the culture of the country where its founding fathers were born.
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Roundtrip Transportation to Most Hotels in Florianópolis.
Professional Tour Guide
Food and drinks
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Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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The specific departure time for this tour will be determined upon reconfirmation.
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The tour date might change depending on weather conditions and other variables.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Also known as Palmeiras Avenue, was the first planned street in the colony. The first imperial palms, brought from Rio de Janeiro, were planted in the center of the avenue, in 1876.
10 minutes
2
Museu da Familia Colonial
This cultural space preserves a collection of 6,200 pieces. They belong to the founder of Blumenau, colonizers and their families. Historical and well-maintained furniture, clothing, accessories, household items and machinery. At the back of the Museum complex is the forest garden, where you can still find trees planted by the city's founder and the Cemetery of the Cats.
30 minutes
3
Cemitério dos Gatos Edith Gaerthner
You will get to know the Cemetery of the cats, made by the great-niece of the city's founder Hermann Bruno Otto Blumenau (1819-99), Edith. She had great affection for cats. When they died, the cats were buried with the right to funeral procession. Over time, the place became a tourist attraction and the subject of national news programs.
20 minutes
4
Blumenau City Hall
Soon after, a panoramic tour with a 15-minute stop is made for photos at the City Hall.
15 minutes
5
Vila Germanica Park
After, a visit to the Vila Germanic Park, location of the Oktoberfest and major events in Blumenau. In this place there are shops selling souvenirs from the events and other Germanic themes, as well as bars and cafeteria. Tourists will have plenty of time to explore the village.
60 minutes
6
Ataliba Churrascaria
During the tour there will be free time for purchases of knitwear, liquors and handicrafts. Lunch, not included, is suggested at the Ataliba Steakhouse. Enjoy some time to buy local handmade goods before a convenient ride back to your Florianópolis hotel.