Governador Island
Travel Guide
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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.
Cocotá
While visiting Cocotá, you might make a stop by sights like Guanabara Bay and Praia da Olaria.
Tauá
While Tauá may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do 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.
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Nice hotel but need a little fixing on the beach side. Helpful and friendly staff
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Hotel Arpoador
Everything , service , food and location.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
Convenient
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Mont Blanc Nova Iguaçu
At the of the hall our wifi was weak. Otherwise a pleasant stay.
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2015
Casa Branca 355
Marcio é um excelente anfitrião, me senti em casa, espaço amplo, equipado, não senti falta de nada.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2025
Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot
Nice spot in Copacabana
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2025
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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.
Avenida Atlantica
Golden sandy beaches, excellent restaurants, walking paths and some of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular neighborhoods surround this bustling seaside avenue.
Things to do
Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
Day Trip to Buzios from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch
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