Paquetá Island, Car-free island in Guanabara Bay, Brazil.
The 1.2 square kilometer island features twenty baobab trees, sandy beaches, colonial buildings, and paths suitable for walking and cycling.
French explorer André Thevet registered the island in December 1555, leading to French control until Portuguese forces gained dominance in the region.
The Casa de Artes Paquetá hosts concert recitals, Brazilian music performances, and operates a film club in a restored orange period house.
Regular ferry services depart from Praça XV in Rio de Janeiro's center every 90 minutes, with a journey time of 70 minutes each way.
Transportation on the island operates exclusively through bicycles, electric golf carts, and horse-drawn carriages, maintaining a car-free environment.
Location: Paquetá
Elevation above the sea: 69 m
GPS coordinates: -22.75972,-43.10889
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:53
Southeast Brazil combines beaches, caves, waterfalls and mountain villages. The region includes historical sites, nature parks and islands with few visitors. The locations display Brazilian culture and nature in their original form.
Túnel da Moreninha
642 m
Ponte da Pedra da Moreninha
661 m
Getulio Vargas em Paquetá
698 m
Ponte da Saudade
282 m
À Hermes Fontes
585 m
Bebedouro dos Pássaros I
212 m
Banco Aos Velhos Pescadores
672 m
Banco de Peixe da Praia José Bonifácio
661 m
Golfinho de Paquetá
461 m
Relógio Modelo Mesbla
490 m
Ao Doutor Aristão
370 m
Bebedouro dos Pássaros III
466 m
Cacique Tamoio Guaixara
98 m
Bebedouro de Fídias
334 m
Marco aos Ex-Combatentes de Paquetá
519 m
Carlos Gomes em Paquetá
380 m
Pedro Bruno
355 m
Marco de Tributo à Árvore II
367 m
Canhão de Dom João
93 m
Marco do logradouro da Praça Pedro Bruno
327 m
Marco do logradouro da Praia dos Tamoios
155 m
Marco em Homenagem à Paquetá
561 m
Marco da Lenda do Baobá - Maria Gorda
154 m
Marco do logradouro da Rua Furquim Werneck
316 m
Caramanchão da Praça Pedro Bruno
328 m
Poço de São Roque
703 m
Banco de Peixe da Praça Pedro Bruno
339 m
Caramanchão Belvedere de Praça Bom Jesus
208 mReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes