Governador Island

Travel Guide

Governador Island
Governador Island
Photo by José Dantas
Photo by José Dantas
Photo by José Dantas
Photo by José Dantas
Photo by José Dantas
Photo by José Dantas

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.

Galeão
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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 Guanabara Bay or Praia da Bica.

Jardim Guanabara
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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.

Portuguesa
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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.

Bancários
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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.

Jardim Carioca
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Cacuia

Travellers like the beaches in Cacuia, and Guanabara Bay is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Cacuia
Plage Hotel
Plage Hotel
3 out of 5
Praia da Guanabara 1391, Ilha do Governador, Rio de Janeiro
The price is €36 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€36
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Guanabara Bay and Praia da Bica are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (156 reviews)
"The workers woke me up out of my sleep just to replace a broken key. It could’ve waited until I got up. This caused me to be extremely tired for an event I was trying to get rest for. Very unprofessional. Other than that everything in the room is either old or broken, the breakfast sucks, and the ..."

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2025

Plage Hotel
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
5 out of 5
Avenida Atlantica, 1020, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is €162 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
€162
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,024 reviews)
"Best hotel I have ever stayed. Staff was super super nice, everything was clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2025

Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro
Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro
5 out of 5
Avenida Atlantica 1702, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is €542 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
€542
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Iconic property with exceptional service
"Delightful historic hotel with exceptional service. Eduardo, our bellman, in particular, continually went above and beyond."

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2025

Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro
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360 Rio Santos Dumont
360 Rio Santos Dumont
3 out of 5
R. Sen. Dantas, 80, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room espresso maker. Popular attractions Christ the Redeemer ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
"Central location , metro very close takes you in 20 minutes to Copacabana or any other beaches. Top security in the building itself . Apartment near new , huge with a sea view , comfortable bed , hot water . Elevators fast and reliable . I will back here for next Carnaval"

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2025

360 Rio Santos Dumont
Carvalho de Mendonça 13-29
Carvalho de Mendonça 13-29
2 out of 5
Rua Carvalho de Mendonça 13, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Christ the Redeemer ...
Carvalho de Mendonça 13-29
Santa Clara 98
Santa Clara 98
2 out of 5
Rua Santa Clara 98, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Ipanema Beach are located ...
Santa Clara 98
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Popular places to visit

Copacabana Beach showing a sunset, a beach and general coastal views

Copacabana Beach

4.5/5(132 reviews)

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.

Copacabana Beach
Corcovado which includes religious elements, a sunset and a statue or sculpture

Christ the Redeemer

4.5/5(93 reviews)

This mountain rising out of the city center is most well known as the home of Rio’s iconic skyscraper-sized Jesus statue.

Christ the Redeemer
Ipanema Beach featuring a beach and mountains as well as a large group of people

Ipanema Beach

4.5/5(71 reviews)

See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.

Ipanema Beach
Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach

Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach

3.5/5(8 reviews)

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.

Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
Flamengo Beach

Flamengo Beach

4/5(23 reviews)

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.

Flamengo Beach
Maracana Stadium showing modern architecture and interior views

Maracanã Stadium

4/5(42 reviews)

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.

Maracanã Stadium

Things to do

Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight

Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight

€114
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight
Angra Dos Reis + Ilha Grande

Angra Dos Reis + Ilha Grande

€62
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Angra Dos Reis + Ilha Grande
Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour

Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour

€63
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

€31
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour
Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio

Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio

€165
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio
Corcovado & Christ the Redeemer Statue

Skip the Line to Christ Redeemer by Train & Maracanã Stadium

€36
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Skip the Line to Christ Redeemer by Train & Maracanã Stadium
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Rio de Janeiro which includes a sunset, mountains and general coastal views

Rio de Janeiro