Governador Island Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
Bancários
When in Bancários, you can plan a visit to Praia da Bica and Guanabara Bay, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Cacuia
Travellers like the beaches in Cacuia, and Praia da Bica is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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
Ocean view is awesome
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Regency Barra Hotel
Staff was great. Room was nice. Price was reasonable. The breakfast was top notch. We were here for work and I'd consider bringing my wife back for a vacation trip. Totally recommend.
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
O hotel é bom pelo preco, todas os funcionarios sao educados e amigos … gostamos tb do cafe da manhã…
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
360 Copa Beach Posto 2 By SUHCasa
Nice little apartment
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2025
KS Residence
Great option for a self-catering apartment in the quiet neighborhood of Jardim Oceânico, Barra da Tijuca. Walking distance to the beach, restaurants, and shops. An excellent choice if you're looking for the comfort of a self-catering apartment combined with hotel-style services, including daily cleaning ...
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025
Copacabana Best Spot
The biggest problem with the hotel is there is no maid service. One towel for 6 days, no cleaning. I saw the maids in the hallway with a stack of fresh towels and took one, hysteria ensued. Turns out that's R$5. Give it to the front desk, not sure if it reached the right place. Hotels.com messaged ...
Reviewed on 21 Feb 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.
Christ the Redeemer
Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.
Ipanema Beach
Join Brazil’s rich and famous for a day at Rio’s most stylish beach.
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.
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.
- Copacabana Beach
- Christ the Redeemer
- Ipanema Beach
- Maracanã Stadium
- Sugar Loaf Mountain
- Avenida Atlantica
- Shopping Tijuca
- Copacabana Fort
- Arpoador Beach
- Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos
- Leblon Beach
- Farmasi Arena
- Rio Sul Shopping Mall
- Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden
- Arcos da Lapa
- CASV Visa Applicant Service Center
