we listed ilha do governador's beaches in detail on this page, including information on how to get there.

in the zona west, virtually unknown to most visitors, there is a small arquipélago of islands in the tijuca lagoon.

these islands do not have beaches, but they create a beautiful setting to explore via one of the local small boats for hire.

some of the islands have pousadas and restaurants, one island, ilha dos pescadores, is famous for the dance club that animates the area every week-end.