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Brazil Imperial, Rio: Fiscal Island and Guanabara Bay Boat Tour

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
  • 6 hours (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

The 14th-century Fiscal Island Palace sits on an island in Guanabara Bay and is renowned as the location of the “Last Ball of the Empire,” the last royal ball prior to the coup d'état that led to Brazil becoming a Republic. With this private tour, discover the history of Imperial Brazil as you ride the ferry to the island, explore the palace, and visit the Naval Museum.
  • Guided Fiscal Island Palace tour with admission tickets included
  • Magnificent views of Rio as you ride the ferry to the island
  • Hassle-free pickup and drop-off at your Rio hotel
  • Enjoy a personalized experience with this private tour

What's Included

  • Entrance fees for boat and Fiscal Island.
  • Professional bilingual private tour guide.
  • VAT, all taxes and handling charges.
  • Meals and drinks.
  • Tips. (optional)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro
    Av. Atlântica, 2600 - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22041-001, Brazil

    Meet the guide at the designated meeting point and time at least 15 minutes prior to the tour's departure which is at 11:00 am. • Check-in: 10:45 a.m • Departure: 11:00 a.m

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.11:00 am

Itinerary

1

JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

2

Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil - CCBB Rio de Janeiro

1 hour Admission Ticket Included

3

Guanabara Bay

1 hour Admission Ticket Included

4

Ilha Fiscal

1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

5

Centro

1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9
based on 11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Likely to Sell Out

From $196.00

per person

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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