Governador Island Travel Guide

Tourist 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

Default Image

Galeão

If you're spending some time in Galeão, Guanabara Bay and Praia Belo Jardim are top sights worth seeing.

Galeão
Default Image

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
Default Image

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
Default Image

Bancários

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

Bancários
Default Image

Cocotá

While visiting Cocotá, you might make a stop by sights like Guanabara Bay and Praia da Olaria.

Cocotá
Default Image

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
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro

Hotel Atlantico Business Centro

3.5 out of 5
Rua Senador Dantas, 25, Centro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is AU$61 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
AU$61
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value in ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,194 reviews)
"My husband and I stayed at this hotel for 11 days, and we absolutely loved it! From the moment we arrived, the service was outstanding. Luis and Alex at the front desk were incredibly helpful and welcoming. I had a small issue with our original room, and Luis went above and beyond by moving us to ..."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025

Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
Hotel Atlântico Prime

Hotel Atlântico Prime

4 out of 5
Rua do Resende 87, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is AU$46 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$46
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,735 reviews)
Non responsive staff
"My connecting flight was delayed so I never made it to rio. I tried contacting the hotel several times before this happened and after it happened, and the hotel never responded. Terrible customer service. I have reported the incident to hotels.com"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Hotel Atlântico Prime
Hotel Atlântico Rio

Hotel Atlântico Rio

3.5 out of 5
Rua Xavier da Silveira, 112, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is AU$89 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$89
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,219 reviews)
"I would definitely stay here again. Its clean. The staff I encountered were professional and efficient. It's not perfect but very good!"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Hotel Atlântico Rio
See all 4,299 properties in Governador Island
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
360 Copa Beach Posto 2 By SUHCasa

360 Copa Beach Posto 2 By SUHCasa

2.5 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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (13 reviews)
"Nice little apartment"

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2025

360 Copa Beach Posto 2 By SUHCasa
Luxo perto do Parque Olímpico - AV806

Luxo perto do Parque Olímpico - AV806

2 out of 5
Av. Adolpho de Vasconcellos, 497, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach and Marapendi Ecological Park are located ...
Luxo perto do Parque Olímpico - AV806
5 minutos da Praia do Leblon - AP302

5 minutos da Praia do Leblon - AP302

2 out of 5
Av. Ataulfo de Paiva, 1292, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Ipanema Beach and Christ the Redeemer are located nearby.
5 minutos da Praia do Leblon - AP302
See all properties in Governador Island
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Copacabana Beach which includes general coastal views, a beach and a sunset

Copacabana Beach

4/5(26 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 featuring a statue or sculpture, religious elements and a sunset

Christ the Redeemer

4.5/5(17 reviews)

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

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

Ipanema Beach

4.5/5(12 reviews)

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

Ipanema Beach
Flamengo Beach

Flamengo Beach

4.5/5(4 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
Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach

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.

Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
Maracana Stadium featuring modern architecture and interior views

Maracanã Stadium

3/5(5 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

Activities

Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight

Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight

AU$193
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari

Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari

AU$76
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari
Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio

Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio

AU$279
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Experience Hang Gliding or Paragliding in Rio
Picture 14 for Activity Rio de Janeiro: Guanabara Bay Sunset Sailing Tour & Drinks

Rio de Janeiro: Guanabara Bay Sunset Sailing Tour & Drinks

AU$107
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro: Guanabara Bay Sunset Sailing Tour & Drinks
Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour

Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour

AU$106
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro: Sunset Sailing Tour
Soccer Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with transportation

Soccer Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with transportation

AU$199
per traveller
82% of travellers recommend
Soccer Match in Rio de Janeiro - Guided with transportation
See all activities in Governador Island

Cities near Governador Island

Rio de Janeiro featuring general coastal views, a sunset and mountains

Rio de Janeiro