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

While visiting Galeão, you might make a stop by sights like Guanabara Bay and Praia Belo Jardim.

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 Praia da Bica or Guanabara Bay.

Jardim Guanabara
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Portuguesa

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Portuguesa and surrounding area, you can visit Praia da Bica and Guanabara Bay.

Portuguesa
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Bancários

Bancários might not have many top sights, but Praia da Bica and Guanabara Bay are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Bancários
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Cocotá

If you're spending some time in Cocotá, Guanabara Bay and Praia da Olaria are top sights worth seeing.

Cocotá
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Jardim Carioca

When in Jardim Carioca, you can plan a visit to Praia da Bica and Guanabara Bay, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Jardim Carioca
Plage Hotel
Plage Hotel
3 out of 5
Praia da Guanabara 1391, Ilha do Governador, Rio de Janeiro
The price is P2,204 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
P2,204
P2,314 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19
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! (151 reviews)
"Room was not ready for check in , had to wait 2 hours , room wasn’t cleaned properly"

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2025

Plage Hotel
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
5 out of 5
Avenida Niemeyer 121 - Leblon, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is P12,675 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
P12,675
P15,577 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 10 - Mar 11
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 helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The property is 1st Class. The only irritation was the shower faucet; it was difficult to achieve a proper water temperature. The basin trap also needs cleaning as the flow of water was very slow."

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2025

Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
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 P30,452 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
P30,452
P35,304 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Top notch service"

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2025

Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro
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Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot
Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot
3 out of 5
Av. Atlântica 3196, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Ipanema ...
7.2/10 Good! (19 reviews)
"Close to beach and activities"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2024

Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot
Unhotel
Unhotel
4 out of 5
Av. Atlântica, 2692, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 4-star beach apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Ipanema Beach ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
"Very modern and beautiful property, fantastic location with beautiful ocean view. The bedroom was not the street side so it’s nice and quiet. We had a little difficult time at checking in since the front desk didn’t speak English, but we had a local friend helped us."

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2025

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Copacabana by the Beach
Copacabana by the Beach
3 out of 5
Av. Atlântica 3196, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Ipanema ...
6.4/10 (16 reviews)
"Checkin at 15:00. Room was not ready. I speak fluent Portuguese. The doormen told me they were cleaning the apartment would take 30 mins to complete. At 15:40asked the doormen to call the apartment, they did an no one answered. I then asked one doorman to go to the apartment. He did. When he returned ..."

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2025

Copacabana by the Beach
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Popular places to visit

Copacabana Beach featuring a sunset, a sandy beach and general coastal views

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.

Copacabana Beach
Corcovado featuring a sunset, religious aspects and a statue or sculpture

Christ the Redeemer

Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.

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

Ipanema Beach

Join Brazil’s rich and famous for a day at Rio’s most stylish beach.

Ipanema Beach
Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach

Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach

Why not spend a carefree 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

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Flamengo Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Take in the art scene and sunsets in the area.

Flamengo Beach
Sugar Loaf Mountain which includes mountains and a sunset

Sugar Loaf Mountain

For a breathtaking blend of cityscapes, rainforest vistas and beautiful beach views, take a trip to Rio’s sweetest attraction.

Sugar Loaf Mountain

Things to do

Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight

Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight

P6,943
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight
Angra Dos Reis + Ilha Grande

Angra Dos Reis + Ilha Grande

P3,792
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Angra Dos Reis + Ilha Grande
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour

P2,509
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

P10,029
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio
Soccer Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with transportation

Soccer Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with transportation

P7,578
per traveler
80% of travellers recommend
Soccer Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with transportation
Corcovado & Christ the Redeemer Statue

Skip the Line to Christ Redeemer by Train & Maracanã Stadium

P2,176
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