Visit Governador Island
Where to stay in Governador Island
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Galeão
If you're spending some time in Galeão, Guanabara Bay and Praia Belo Jardim are top sights worth seeing.
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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.
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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.
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Bancários
When in Bancários, you can plan a visit to Praia da Bica and Guanabara Bay, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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Cocotá
While visiting Cocotá, you might make a stop by sights like Guanabara Bay and Praia da Olaria.
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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.
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Popular places to visit
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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.
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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.
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Ipanema Beach
See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.
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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.
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Flamengo Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Flamengo Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Take in the art scene and sunsets in the area.
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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
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Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight
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Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour
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Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour
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Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio
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