Visit Governador Island
Where to stay in Governador Island
Galeão
While visiting Galeão, you might make a stop by sights like Guanabara Bay and Praia Belo Jardim.
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
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.
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.
Bancários
Bancários might not have many top sights, but Praia da Bica and Guanabara Bay are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Tauá
While Tauá might 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.
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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
This mountain rising out of the city center is most well known as the home of Rio’s iconic skyscraper-sized Jesus statue.
Ipanema Beach
See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale 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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight
Rio De Janeiro: Half-Day Rocinha Favela Walking Tour
- Copacabana Beach
- Christ the Redeemer
- Ipanema Beach
- Flamengo Beach
- Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
- Maracanã Stadium
- Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro
- Sugar Loaf Mountain
- Avenida Atlantica
- RioCentro Convention Center
- Shopping Tijuca
- Arpoador Beach
- Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí
- Olympic Park
- Copacabana Fort
- Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos
- Leblon Beach
- Museum of Tomorrow
- Jeunesse Arena
- Quintandinha Palace
- Imperial Museum
- Rio Sul Shopping Mall
- Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden
- Pepe Beach
- Arcos da Lapa
- Corcovado
- CASV Visa Applicant Service Center