🏨 Brazil Imperial, Rio: The Fiscal Island Palace – The Last Ball Of The Empire Activity

Brazil Imperial, Rio: The Fiscal Island Palace – The Last Ball Of The Empire

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Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 8 hours

Departs: Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

Get a personal introduction to the Fiscal Island and its palace to experience one of the most fascinating tours in Rio to feel as if you were living in another time.

The palace is a link between the present and the past, known for “The Last Ball of the Empire”, a party held in 1889, a few days before the Proclamation of the Republic.

Start the private tour by taking a short panoramic sightseeing of Rio until reaching the “Navy Cultural Space”. Be introduced to the history of Brazil through a permanent exhibition covering the arrival of the Portuguese until the present day.

Then hop on the ferry for a 10-minute ride to the Fiscal Island and learn about the intriguing and ironic ball party of the imperial Brazil that has become the symbol of the end of the monarchy.

Decades have passed and the castle, has witnessed many historical facts. Escorted by our guide, hear stories about the charming Palace that used to be described by the Emperor Dom Pedro II as the “brilliant jewel”.

What's Included

Any address pick-up and drop-off are included like hotel, airport or port.

Entrance fees.

Private driver for groups bigger 4 people, otherwise the guide drives the vehicle themselves.

Transport by fully-equipped vehicles.

VAT, all taxes, handling charges, parking fees during stops, airport and port Greet & Meet services.

What's Not Included

Meals and drinks.

Tips. (optional)

Traveler Information

ADULT: Age: 6 - 99

Additional Info

Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
The tour is totally private and exclusive for you and your group. No other person out of your group must join your tour, unless it's invited by you. The private tour is safer in terms of COVID-19 contagion as tourists hardly have closer contact with stran

Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
The tour is totally private and exclusive for you and your group. No other person out of your group must join your tour, unless it's invited by you. The private tour is safer in terms of COVID-19 contagion as tourists hardly have closer contact with stran

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

What To Expect

Rio de Janeiro

Upon the pick-up at your hotel, start the tour by taking a short panoramic sightseeing of Rio passing by iconic attractions while enjoying the company of a bilingual local guide.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Espaco Cultural da Marinha

Following this, head to the Naval Museum located in a privileged place in the Olympic Boulevard. There are also attractions such as a museum submarine, a warship, a war helicopter, a destroyer, a tank, and a Nau sailing ship.

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Guanabara Bay

Enjoy a ferry ride with magnificent views of the Palace and Rio’s skyline.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Ilha Fiscal

Then hop on the ferry for a 10-minute ride to the “Fiscal Island” and the Palace on it. The Palace was the setting for the event that became known as “The Last Ball of the Empire”, held a few days before the Proclamation of the Republic. Visit the halls, the turret and the permanent exhibitions while hear stories about the charming Palace that used to be described by the Emperor Dom Pedro II as the “brilliant jewel”.

Get to know the tales of one of the best rulers of Brazil, perhaps the best, Emperor Dom Pedro II.

In addition, learn about the contributions of the Navy to the development of the country.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Maua Square

Once back, walk through Rio’s downtown through some of the coolest touristic areas catching sights and culture until Mauá square. The walk passes by historic attractions, lots of bars and restaurants, arriving at Mauá square where all tribes and people get together.

Mauá square combines beauty, security, style and a lot of culture to breathe while admire the splendor of the “Tomorrow Museum”.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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