Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Sao Goncalo February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Sao Goncalo Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Sao-Goncalo.dx178506)[Hotels in Sao Goncalo](https://expedia.ca/Sao-Goncalo-Hotels.d178506.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Sao Goncalo](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Sao-Goncalo.d178506.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Sao Goncalo Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Sao-Goncalo.d178506.Car-Rental-Guide)[Sao Goncalo Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Sao-Goncalo.d178506.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Sao Goncalo ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Sao Goncalo Types of activities [Sao Goncalo travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Sao-Goncalo.dx178506) ![Sugarloaf Mountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178506/6c4ceffe-3802-482b-85ce-0dd8949c5537.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sugarloaf Mountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178506/6c4ceffe-3802-482b-85ce-0dd8949c5537.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sao Goncalo of Brazil flag waving on the top sunrise mist fog](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178506/da76a9c1-ad64-44f9-afd0-3bf74b192669.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Guanabara bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178506/55fc0260-c7fa-44f2-a3d7-aae504141960.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Sao Goncalo Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Sao Goncalo has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Sao Goncalo is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Sao Goncalo to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Sao Goncalo Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Sao Goncalo. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Sao Goncalo attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Sao Goncalo ### Tours & day trips [See all 341 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Full Day in Rio - Christ the Redeemer by Van, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/442936/971139a8-f257-4cbd-8a6a-c7b12ef081f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day in Rio - Christ the Redeemer by Van, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ 8h 9.6/10 606 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $116 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-in-rio-christ-the-redeemer-by-van-sugarloaf-city-tour-bbq.a442936.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![A FULL DAY in RIO - ALL INCLUSIVE!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2697896/092f4032-c969-48de-a522-e1b209529b93.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### A FULL DAY in RIO - ALL INCLUSIVE! 8h 9/10 16 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $185 includes taxes & fees per adult 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[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/tijuca-forest-and-botanical-garden.a638963.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![The Best Half Day in Rio with Christ Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Hill](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1082336/ad824f6b-e655-404e-985a-d45a27d36ca8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Best Half Day in Rio with Christ Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Hill 5h 9.8/10 637 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $115 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-best-half-day-in-rio-with-christ-redeemer-and-sugar-loaf-hill.a1082336.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Full-Day Tour to Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer & Selaron Steps](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/458478/f9d5a2ed-83d0-4874-a165-bc512a047028.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Tour to Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer & Selaron Steps 10h 8.8/10 36 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $134 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-tour-to-sugarloaf-mountain-christ-the-redeemer-selaron-steps.a458478.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Old Rio de Janeiro & Santa Teresa Tour with Transfer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/388512/c878b91c-7539-48e5-aebf-2189a17eb92f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Old Rio de Janeiro & Santa Teresa Tour with Transfer 4h 8.8/10 26 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $60 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/old-rio-de-janeiro-santa-teresa-tour-with-transfer.a388512.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Skip the Line to Christ Redeemer by Train & Maracanã Stadium](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/212858/aa49870d-1992-48a4-bce5-bcf2f6636613.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Skip the Line to Christ Redeemer by Train & Maracanã Stadium 4h 7.8/10 41 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $70 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/skip-the-line-to-christ-redeemer-by-train-maracana-stadium.a212858.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![A Day in Rio de Janeiro: City Tour Complete](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2689505/73dd2b59-d9be-4ccc-9280-fdcc1f7d0acc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### A Day in Rio de Janeiro: City Tour Complete 9h 8.6/10 33 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $95 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/a-day-in-rio-de-janeiro-all-inclusive-complete-city-tour-by-pepe-rio-tours.a2689505.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4758700/0b98001f-1ef4-43a8-af4d-fa11715aaf21.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight 6m+ 8/10 9 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $179 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-de-janeiro-sightseeing-helicopter-flight.a4758700.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 96 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Old Rio de Janeiro & Santa Teresa Tour with Transfer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/388512/c878b91c-7539-48e5-aebf-2189a17eb92f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Old Rio de Janeiro & Santa Teresa Tour with Transfer 4h 8.8/10 26 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $60 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/old-rio-de-janeiro-santa-teresa-tour-with-transfer.a388512.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Private speedboat tour in Rio de Janeiro](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50064010/b65f5a97-ad54-4389-bd20-60b06e61afe7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private speedboat tour in Rio de Janeiro 4h+ 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available CA $818 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-speedboat-tour-in-rio-de-janeiro.a50064010.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Half Day Private E-Bike Tour in Rio](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4781081/b07228a2-6b42-4e49-9c9c-1535e5bff08f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half Day Private E-Bike Tour in Rio 6h 10/10 12 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $160 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/half-day-private-e-bike-tour-in-rio.a4781081.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Private Rio de Janeiro Stopover Transfer & Tour from 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[](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-private-tour-of-rio-with-pick-up.a5247234.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Rio in One Day Private Tour with Corcovado Train](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/648903/3d06aa0c-0906-42cc-8e6c-a9d5913b1afc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio in One Day Private Tour with Corcovado Train 8h Free cancellation available CA $300 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-in-one-day-private-tour-with-corcovado-train.a648903.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Private speedboat tour in Rio de Janeiro](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47872806/175db91f-c0e3-43dc-a639-9648dd1fc6e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private speedboat tour in Rio de Janeiro 5h Free cancellation available CA $818 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-speedboat-tour-in-rio-de-janeiro.a47872806.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Tour Privado - Boulevard Olimpico + Aquario](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4789695/2f6c01b5-f4e7-4b5e-bb19-7858386da042.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tour Privado - Boulevard Olimpico + Aquario 4h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available CA $123 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-tour-boulevard-olimpico-aquario.a4789695.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Private Walking and Cultural Tour Rocinha-Rio de Janeiro](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1040124/0fb6c0e6-8dcc-4fb7-9d77-2b7ba13b9b28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Walking and Cultural Tour Rocinha-Rio de Janeiro 3h 10/10 46 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $95 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-walking-and-cultural-tour-rocinha-rio-de-janeiro.a1040124.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![2 in 1: Private Favela & Little Africa- The Full African History!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1691664/9562569c-6fb5-4305-8a99-b69e54a61f69.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 2 in 1: Private Favela & Little Africa- The Full African History! 7h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $227 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-vip-full-day-in-rio-for-special-needs-armoured-or-accessible-vehicles.a1691664.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 45 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Rio de Janeiro: Guided Bike Tours in Small Groups](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4762985/e4d580ae-0b96-4a76-897a-d1b094cc0e86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio de Janeiro: Guided Bike Tours in Small Groups 3h+ 9.8/10 46 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $49 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-de-janeiro-guided-bike-tours-in-small-groups.a4762985.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Jeep'n'Green: Rio Botanical Garden and Tijuca Rainforest Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2667313/53a624fd-f440-4717-b1a2-3b95e6eff908.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Jeep'n'Green: Rio Botanical Garden and Tijuca Rainforest Tour 5h 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available CA $142 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/jeep-tour-to-tijuca-rainforest-and-botanical-garden.a2667313.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/253264/2fe76d86-ed3a-4849-875a-102676b24c57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden 3h 30m+ 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available CA $106 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-de-janeiro-botanical-garden.a253264.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Half Day Private E-Bike Tour in Rio](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4781081/b07228a2-6b42-4e49-9c9c-1535e5bff08f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half Day Private E-Bike Tour in Rio 6h 10/10 12 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $160 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/half-day-private-e-bike-tour-in-rio.a4781081.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Rio de Janeiro: Jeep Tour to Tijuca Forest](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/693344/29907eea-ee2f-4aea-bea1-23b81635b8e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio de Janeiro: Jeep Tour to Tijuca Forest 4h 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available CA $157 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-de-janeiro-jeep-tour-to-tijuca-forest.a693344.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Tijuca National Park & Botanic Garden and Transfer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/388564/4e989e75-7500-4d5d-a7df-04907726eb59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Tijuca National Park & Botanic Garden and Transfer 4h 8.4/10 8 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $102 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/tijuca-national-park-botanic-garden-and-transfer.a388564.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Rio Culture and History & Traditional Foods](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48699544/7e4bd2ca-58ac-4896-990a-2a80da24fa13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio Culture and History & Traditional Foods 6h Free cancellation available CA $188 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-culture-and-history-traditional-foods.a48699544.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![1 Day Discovery Tour NO Rio DE Janeiro](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50661381/0be79693-198d-47c2-8001-43998d0ad61f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1 Day Discovery Tour NO Rio DE Janeiro 8h Free cancellation available CA $259 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/1-day-discovery-tour-no-rio-de-janeiro.a50661381.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Mirante Dona Marta Photos at sunrise and breakfast](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49820533/65c0ee70-5f41-4247-89de-42899e9cfe06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Mirante Dona Marta Photos at sunrise and breakfast 2h Free cancellation available CA $91 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/mirante-dona-marta-photos-at-sunrise-and-breakfast.a49820533.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Crazy for Football - Tour Maracanã & Flamengo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3008132/485de25a-b5e2-438d-996d-b3f26e3b29b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Crazy for Football - Tour Maracanã & Flamengo 6h 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available CA $176 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/crazy-for-football-tour-maracana-flamengo.a3008132.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ### Cruises & boat tours [See all 44 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&filter.categories=CruisesBoatTours) ![Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3888536/0b353f62-f1fb-47fb-a5c0-5f7cfa9298b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour 14h 8/10 15 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $91 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/arraial-do-cabo-with-boat-tour.a3888536.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Rio Boat Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5034308/e4229949-fd3e-46c1-825a-1b2e898e9b2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio Boat Tour 1h 30m 9.4/10 6 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $48 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-boat-tour.a5034308.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![The best Búzios' Tour: One of the brazilian paradises.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/661047/44fbbf78-c916-4ff1-9de1-749c6b97940e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The best Búzios' Tour: One of the brazilian paradises. 16h 15m 9.4/10 3 verified reviews CA $99 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-best-buzios-tour-one-of-the-brazilian-paradises.a661047.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Full Day in Búzios with Catamaran Boat Tour and Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48987258/bb56557a-aae0-4053-9555-ffa3e304f324.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day in Búzios with Catamaran Boat Tour and Lunch 13h 2/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available CA $105 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-in-buzios-with-catamaran-boat-tour-and-lunch.a48987258.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Boat Tour from Rio de Janeiro](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46661804/aa372b80-7a82-4a27-9aa4-5ea69c8247c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Boat Tour from Rio de Janeiro 14h Free cancellation available CA $94 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/angra-premium-mais-uma-aventura-pirata-em-angra-dos-reis.a46661804.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Day Trip with Schooner Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/212884/b496c34c-65df-49c8-ba9e-c7a8d2248a6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Day Trip with Schooner Cruise 12h 8/10 16 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $125 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/angra-dos-reis-and-ilha-grande-day-trip-with-schooner-cruise.a212884.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Sailboat Tour in Rio de Janeiro](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46321836/64a7c383-f4e8-421e-a235-ebcc28150486.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sailboat Tour in Rio de Janeiro 3h 9.2/10 19 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $73 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sailboat-ride-on-the-river.a46321836.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Rio de Janeiro Sunset Cruise or Sailing Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2364175/051caccd-33c9-47ff-bfca-fec5d427efd2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio de Janeiro Sunset Cruise or Sailing Tour 3h 10/10 185 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $95 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/3-hour-sailing-experience-in-rio.a2364175.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Brunch & Sunset Cruise with Capirinha in Rio](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46950882/c0a10ec9-c1db-40b4-879e-4eab2474fb8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Brunch & Sunset Cruise with Capirinha in Rio 3h 9.8/10 11 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $89 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sunset-boat-tour-rio-de-janeiro.a46950882.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Private speedboat tour in Rio de Janeiro](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50064010/b65f5a97-ad54-4389-bd20-60b06e61afe7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private speedboat tour in Rio de Janeiro 4h+ 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available CA $818 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-speedboat-tour-in-rio-de-janeiro.a50064010.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ### Shows & concerts [See all 11 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&filter.categories=ShowsConcerts) ![Carnaval Experience - Behind the Scenes of Rio’s Carnival](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/512049/ab60ec8c-0ada-4ba7-af66-bb7827822cd4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Carnaval Experience - Behind the Scenes of Rio’s Carnival 2h 10/10 3 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $125 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/carnaval-experience-behind-the-scenes-of-rios-carnival.a512049.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Ginga Tropical Show - Brazilian Rhythms](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/253248/ead58c35-3b55-47c0-9f13-f48863c1a555.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ginga Tropical Show - Brazilian Rhythms 1h 30m+ 7/10 16 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $128 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ginga-tropical-carnaval-show-with-barbecue-dinner.a253248.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Rio: Ginga Tropical Samba and Folklore Show Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48219785/c5986ebd-6db3-4442-839e-7c8f345e975e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio: Ginga Tropical Samba and Folklore Show Ticket 1h 30m 9.8/10 41 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $99 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-ginga-tropical-samba-and-folklore-show-ticket.a48219785.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![By Night Tour: Roxy Dinner Show with Transfer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49153683/ef5a1d98-1d80-4b4b-9a5a-b42cb98be3b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### By Night Tour: Roxy Dinner Show with Transfer 4h 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available CA $240 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/roxy-dinner-show-brazilian-cultural-show-dinner.a49153683.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Lapa by Night: Rio Scenarium, Transfer & Dinner Option](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/547541/afa67717-2047-47de-b469-73a783e6c73b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lapa by Night: Rio Scenarium, Transfer & Dinner Option 4h+ 10/10 2 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $109 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/lapa-by-night-rio-scenarium-transfer-dinner-option.a547541.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Ginga Tropical - Brazilian Samba and Folklore Show](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1100285/33e0ff5c-f90f-41df-ad66-337f2ac7a2e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ginga Tropical - Brazilian Samba and Folklore Show 1h 30m 9.2/10 97 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $89 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ginga-tropical-brazilian-samba-and-folklore-show.a1100285.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Samba Show Ginga Tropical ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/573216/0997fde7-e561-4d27-bc72-6293e1330a77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Samba Show Ginga Tropical 3h Free cancellation available CA $466 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/samba-show-ginga-tropical.a573216.activity-details?&rid=178506&location=Sao+Goncalo&swp=off) ![Rio Maracana Stadium Football Match Ticket & Private Transport](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49822784/ae8baf91-81f3-4bdb-b4f0-9954802fb87b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rio Maracana Stadium Football Match Ticket & Private Transport 5h 10/10 1 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[Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_178506) ## Recommended things to do in Sao Goncalo | Number of things to do | 411 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [The History of Samba in Rio de Janeiro - Centro](/things-to-do/the-history-of-samba-in-rio-de-janeiro-centro.a49984832.activity-details): CA $10 | | Top 5 things to do | [Full Day in Rio - Christ the Redeemer by Van, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ](/things-to-do/full-day-in-rio-christ-the-redeemer-by-van-sugarloaf-city-tour-bbq.a442936.activity-details)[Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour](/things-to-do/arraial-do-cabo-with-boat-tour.a3888536.activity-details)[Rio Samba Experience: Carnival Backstage](/things-to-do/samba-experience-carnival-backstage.a2667269.activity-details)[Rio Boat Tour](/things-to-do/rio-boat-tour.a5034308.activity-details)[A FULL DAY in RIO - ALL INCLUSIVE!](/things-to-do/a-full-day-in-rio-all-inclusive.a2697896.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Rio Samba Experience: Carnival Backstage](/things-to-do/samba-experience-carnival-backstage.a2667269.activity-details)[Rio Boat Tour](/things-to-do/rio-boat-tour.a5034308.activity-details)[Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail](/things-to-do/rio-carnival-backstage-tour-at-samba-city-with-cocktail.a49007731.activity-details)[Sugarloaf Cable Car Ticket](/things-to-do/sugarloaf-cable-car-ticket.a2734477.activity-details)[Little Africa - Walking tour from the passed to the future](/things-to-do/little-africa-walking-tour-from-the-passed-to-the-future.a48147850.activity-details) | | With kids | [Full Day in Rio - Christ the Redeemer by Van, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ](/things-to-do/full-day-in-rio-christ-the-redeemer-by-van-sugarloaf-city-tour-bbq.a442936.activity-details)[Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour](/things-to-do/arraial-do-cabo-with-boat-tour.a3888536.activity-details)[Rio Samba Experience: Carnival Backstage](/things-to-do/samba-experience-carnival-backstage.a2667269.activity-details)[Rio Boat Tour](/things-to-do/rio-boat-tour.a5034308.activity-details)[A FULL DAY in RIO - ALL INCLUSIVE!](/things-to-do/a-full-day-in-rio-all-inclusive.a2697896.activity-details) | ## What to do in Sao Goncalo --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Sao Goncalo ![Copacabana Beach showing general coastal views, a beach and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6004817/e5cac5b6-428d-4a6a-8dd1-aaa57aa140c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Copacabana-Beach-Copacabana.d6004817.Vacation-Attraction) ![Ipanema Beach showing mountains and a beach as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061510/cda01e16-e017-4555-8e6b-6ca736abd4d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ipanema Beach See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Ipanema-Beach-Rio-de-Janeiro.d6061510.Vacation-Attraction) ![Corcovado showing religious elements, a statue or sculpture and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502459/257a5a3b-1335-4e25-bdc8-cae983fd96ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Christ-The-Redeemer-Alto-da-Boa-Vista.d502459.Vacation-Attraction) ![Aerial View of Recreio dos Bandeirantes Region in Rio de Janeiro City](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6222783/1b6518f2-d7d3-43b1-ac7c-ac8418645d0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Recreio-Dos-Bandeirantes-Beach-Rio-de-Janeiro.d6222783.Vacation-Attraction) ![Maracana Stadium which includes interior views and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502470/1ae04971-f0c7-456c-8ad8-aaf783a4f89b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Maracana-Stadium-Maracana.d502470.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sao Conrado Beach featuring a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061529/7f6c0559-1cb1-45d4-88fd-77edb983d342.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Avenida Atlantica Golden sandy beaches, excellent restaurants, walking paths and some of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular neighborhoods surround this bustling seaside avenue. [](https://expedia.ca/Avenida-Atlantica-Copacabana.d6061534.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sugar Loaf Mountain featuring mountains and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502461/d49b73c7-b318-4382-988d-aab236666e30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sugar Loaf Mountain Scale this mountain on foot or by cable car to see impressive views of Rio’s beaches, rain forests and its most famous statue. [](https://expedia.ca/Sugar-Loaf-Mountain-Urca.d502461.Vacation-Attraction) ![Scenic view of Flamengo Beach with palm trees in front of Sugarloaf Mountain in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156181/7b2ec1ed-29c4-416d-af44-dc4a87f8afa6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Flamengo-Beach-Flamengo.d6156181.Vacation-Attraction) ![Anhembi Sambadrome featuring signage and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061555/a18b3e61-aef6-4a13-a0d6-8b75916fd3a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí Catch an event at Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.ca/Sambodrome-Cidade-Nova-Rio-de-Janeiro.d6061555.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Sao Goncalo ![Rio de Janeiro showing general coastal views, a sunset and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178301/4fbf7674-aa10-4ef5-b22e-467f3105242b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Rio de Janeiro ![Sundown is amazing there](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178503/90b59427-8c09-4289-932d-b36be94ce904.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Niteroi ![Long beach, lagoon, sea and hill. Picturesque landscape. Ponta Negra Beach, City of Ponta Negra, State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6331348/51c7e84e-05c5-4d6a-82ac-50554447d3e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Marica ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sao Goncalo worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Sao Goncalo? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Sao Goncalo? ### Is three days enough to stay in Sao Goncalo? ### What are some activities to do in Sao Goncalo with kids? > - [Full Day in Rio - Christ the Redeemer by Van, Sugarloaf, City Tour & BBQ](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-in-rio-christ-the-redeemer-by-van-sugarloaf-city-tour-bbq.a442936.activity-details) > - [Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/arraial-do-cabo-with-boat-tour.a3888536.activity-details) > - [Rio Samba Experience: Carnival Backstage](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/samba-experience-carnival-backstage.a2667269.activity-details) > - [Rio Boat Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/rio-boat-tour.a5034308.activity-details) > - [A FULL DAY in RIO - ALL INCLUSIVE!](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/a-full-day-in-rio-all-inclusive.a2697896.activity-details) ### What to do in Sao Goncalo for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Sao Goncalo? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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