About this experience
Visit the one of the 7 wonders of the World: the Christ Redeemer Statue at the top of Corcovado Mountain, then drive through the charming neighborhood of Santa Teresa with is cobbled streets and hills before getting to visit the work of art made by Chilean born artist, Jorge Selarón, the Selaron Steps! Enjoy the colorful surroundings and don’t miss a chance to take as many pictures as possible before heading back to the hotel or continue exploring on your own for the rest of the day.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Bring a bottle of water
Local guides to help you plan
Selarón Steps and a Centro Walk That Actually Makes Sense
A coherent daytime route linking the Selarón Steps, Lapa Arches, historic Centro, Confeitaria Colombo, Praça Mauá, and the Museum of Tomorrow waterfront.
Christ the Redeemer Guide for First Timers
Plan a first visit to Christ the Redeemer with the Corcovado Train, timed ticket advice, current fares, and essential access information. This guide also explains the 2026 to 2027 escalator works, reduced capacity, and t
Santa Teresa: The Hillside Neighborhood Worth Slowing Down For
Explore Santa Teresa at a slower pace with a practical route through hillside streets, studios, cafés, viewpoints, and the historic tram.
What is included
- Transportation between sights
- Van Ticket to Christ Redeemer Statue Access
- Hotel pick up and drop-off (Rio's South Zone selected hotels only)
- Visit to Selaron Steps
- Professional Tour Guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Optional gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
Take a van ride through the dense Tijuca Rainforest to get to the Corcovado Mountain, located inside the Tijuca National Park.
Arrive at the visitor's center where you can buy a snack or souvenir before getting inside the other van that will take you to the main entrance of Corcovado Mountain. Catch up fantastic views from up there!
Get to the top of the Corcovado Mountain and view the 38m tall (125ft) Christ Redeemer Statue. Looking up you will feel blessed and protected by this beautiful monument of Christ with open arms, now one of the new Seven Wonders of the World! The guide has between 40 and 50 minutes to show the wonderful sights of Rio. From the top, enjoy the spectacular views of Rio and the surroundings.
Santa Teresa, a neighborhood with a complete different vibe from the rest of Rio. Here, Old Rio comes alive. Santa Teresa is a neighborhood where laid-backness and tradition meet.
The beautiful steps done in ceramic by artist Jorge Selarón are one of a kind. You will have about 10 minutes or so to contemplate it before continue your tour back to your hotel.
Meeting and pickup information
- Roundtrip Transfer to Most Hotels in São Conrado, Leblon, Ipanema and Copacabana (South Zone)
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- Portuguese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Gray Line Brazil
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that during Carnival, there is a chance that we might not make it to the Selaron Steps because of Street Parades and Traffic.
- The specific departure time for this tour will be determined upon reconfirmation
- Keep in mind that if you want to avoid picking other passenger, just ask us to be picked up from the last departure point on the tour
- Light clothes, comfortable shoes, sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended
- Bring a bottle of water
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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