Visit Governador Island
Where to stay in Governador Island
Galeão
If you're spending some time in Galeão, Guanabara Bay and Praia Belo Jardim are top sights worth seeing.
Jardim Guanabara
You'll enjoy the beaches and architecture in Jardim Guanabara. You might want to make time for a stop at Praia da Bica or Guanabara Bay.
Portuguesa
Though Portuguesa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Praia da Bica and Guanabara Bay.
Jardim Carioca
Though Jardim Carioca may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Praia da Bica and Guanabara Bay.
Bancários
When in Bancários, you can plan a visit to Praia da Bica and Guanabara Bay, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Cocotá
While visiting Cocotá, you might make a stop by sights like Guanabara Bay and Praia da Olaria.
Lagune Barra Hotel
Very safe and comfortable.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Yes
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL
Everything from cleanliness to pool access and beach was great. The staff is always kind and considerate. We loved our stay here.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
360 Rio Santos Dumont
Good
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot
Nice spot in Copacabana
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2025
Mont Blanc Nova Iguaçu
At the of the hall our wifi was weak. Otherwise a pleasant stay.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2015
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Popular places to visit
Copacabana Beach
More than just a stretch of sand, Rio de Janeiro’s most famous beach is where locals and visitors from all over the world come to relax, strut, pose and play.
Ipanema Beach
See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.
Christ the Redeemer
This mountain rising out of the city center is most well known as the home of Rio’s iconic skyscraper-sized Jesus statue.
Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach during your travels in Rio de Janeiro? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Maracanã Stadium
To truly appreciate Brazil’s obsession with “the beautiful game,” watch a match or take a guided tour of one of the world’s largest and most historic soccer stadiums.
Sugar Loaf Mountain
Scale this mountain on foot or by cable car to see impressive views of Rio’s beaches, rain forests and its most famous statue.
Things to do
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
From Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis & Ilha Grande Day Tour
Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Boat Tour from Rio de Janeiro
Skip the Line to Christ Redeemer by Train & Maracanã Stadium
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