About this experience
This 1-hour tour begins in front of the entrance to Sugarloaf Mountain, on the stairway below the “Teleférico Pão de Açúcar” sign – see the picture. Your guide will be waiting for you.
Take your fast-pass ticket to skip the line and go straight to the cable car. Board the cable car and ride to the Urca Hill station. Stop here to take in the view of the city before continuing the tour, taking the second cable car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain. At the top, enjoy the beautiful and panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro.
Enjoy one of the most incredible views in the world, overlooking Copacabana Beach, Guanabara Bay and everything your eyes can reach from the top of Sugarloaf. You can choose to stay at the top of the attraction for as long as you like, even after the guided tour has ended.
At a glance
- Duration: 1 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 1 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Local guides to help you plan
Sugarloaf Mountain Guide for First Timers
Plan your first Sugarloaf Mountain visit with a clear guide to the cable-car route, tickets, timing, arrival, weather, and park rules.
Sugarloaf Cable Car: When to Go, How It Works, and the View Most People Miss
Plan the Sugarloaf cable car around visibility, light, and crowds. This practical guide explains the two-stage ascent, when to book, what to bring, and how to combine Urca with the visit.
What is included
- Professional guide
- All Fees and Taxes
- 1-hour guided tour
- Fast-pass ticket to skip the line at the Sugarloaf Mountain Cable Car
Not included
- Transportation to the meeting point
- Food and drinks (available for purchase at the attraction)
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
Take the first cable car ride to Urca Hill and wait for the second one to Sugarloaf Mountain.
Ride a series of 2 cable cars en route to the summit, first arriving at Morro da Urca (Urca Hill), and then continuing to the top of Sugarloaf, reaching a height of 1,295 feet (395m).
Meeting and pickup information
- Tour meeting point is in front of the entrance to Sugarloaf Mountain, on the stairway below the “Teleférico Pão de Açúcar” sign. Your guide will be waiting for you.
Languages and tickets
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- C2Rio Tours & Travel
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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