City Tours

Half-Day Tour of Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and More

Name: Half-Day Tour of Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and More
Start: 2026-02-02T08:15:00
End: 2026-02-02T13:15:00
Location: Rio de Janeiro

Christ the Redeemer statue overlooking Rio de Janeiro with cityscape and ocean.

Statue of a footballer outside Maracanã Stadium, Rio de Janeiro, with tourists nearby.

Sambadrome parade with colorful costumes and full grandstands in Rio de Janeiro.

Cone-shaped cathedral and bell tower in Rio de Janeiro.

Duration

4 hr - 5 hr

Open today

08:00am - 06:00pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Transfers available

Pickup available

4.2/5

(229)

Julia

Dec 2025

Verified Partner Review

Took the morning city tour with my partner and it was sooooo worth it! We zipped through Rio’s biggies—Christ the Redeemer was pure MAGIC, even if it got crowded quick. Our guide, Pedro, had stories for days and kept things fun (and honest, lol). The Maracana stop was quick but I snagged a pic for my soccer-mad brother. Only thing: you can’t really linger at the Selaron Steps if you want a photo with no one in it! Would do it again, totally.

Sven

Dec 2025

Verified Partner Review

Good tour for Rio first-timers. I went solo & met two cool people on the bus. Guide was friendly, spoke great English, but I felt a bit rushed at the cathedral (wish I had more time to sit inside). Weather was HOTTT so bring water & sunscreen. Train ride up the mountain was a highlight, even tho the line was long. Would prob do again if I brought friends next time.

Fabrisio

Jan 2026

Verified booking

It was a unique experience to visit such wonderful places with such an amazing guide. Carlos was always attentive to our needs, very patient, and super friendly. The estimated duration may be a little longer, depending on the day and time of the visit, so it's a good idea to allow a little extra time for this experience.

This guided tour is perfect for travelers short on time, covering Rio’s must-see landmarks in just half a day with round-trip transfers.

Local guides share live commentary in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, bringing Rio’s stories to life.

Marvel at Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado, one of the New Seven Wonders, with sweeping views over Rio de Janeiro.

Pass the legendary Maracanã Stadium, climb the colorful Selarón Steps, and marvel at the Cathedral’s soaring stained-glass interior.

Upgrade and ride two cable cars up Sugarloaf Mountain, reaching 395 meters for a breathtaking city panorama.

Guided half-day tour of Rio de Janeiro (based on option selected)

Express guided tour (based on option selected)

English, Spanish & Portuguese-speaking expert guide

Round-trip van transfer from South Zone hotels (Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, Leblon e São Conrado)

Round-trip van transfers from West Zone hotels: Barra da Tijuca (based on option selected)

AC onboard

Corcovado Train or van transfer to Christ the Redeemer with entry (based on option selected)

Entry to Sugarloaf Mountain with cable car rides (based on option selected)

All taxes, fees, and handling charges

Food and drinks

TOTAL DURATION0 minutes - 4 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Van
Timeline
Map
Start point
Hotels in Rio de Janeiro's South Zone
Get direction
1. Cosme Velho
Tickets included
20 min
5 km
Passes By
Parque Nacional da Tijuca
2. Christ the Redeemer
Tickets included
90 min
35 min by a/c van
14 km
3. Maracanã Stadium
Tickets not included
10 min
7 min by a/c van
3 km
4. Sambódromo
Tickets included
15 min
9 min by a/c van
3 km
5. Metropolitan Cathedral
Tickets included
15 min
6 min by a/c van
2 km
6. Selarón Steps
Free Admission
15 min
15 min by a/c van
9 km
End point
Hotels in Rio de Janeiro's South Zone
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point
TOTAL DURATION0 minutes - 5 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Van
Timeline
Map
Start point
Hotels in Rio de Janeiro's South and West Zone
Get direction
Passes By
Parque Nacional da Tijuca
1. Christ the Redeemer
Tickets included
90 min
35 min by a/c van
14 km
2. Urca Hill
Free Admission
20 min
20 min
2 km
3. Sugarloaf Mountain
Tickets included
70 min
15 min by a/c van
5 km
End point
Hotels in Rio de Janeiro's South and West Zone
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

229 reviews
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What our guests say
Fabrisio
Jan 2026
Verified booking
It was a unique experience to visit such wonderful places with such an amazing guide. Carlos was always attentive to our needs, very patient, and super friendly. The estimated duration may be a little longer, depending on the day and time of the visit, so it's a good idea to allow a little extra time for this experience.
Julia
Dec 2025
Verified Partner Review
Took the morning city tour with my partner and it was sooooo worth it! We zipped through Rio’s biggies—Christ the Redeemer was pure MAGIC, even if it got crowded quick. Our guide, Pedro, had stories for days and kept things fun (and honest, lol). The Maracana stop was quick but I snagged a pic for my soccer-mad brother. Only thing: you can’t really linger at the Selaron Steps if you want a photo with no one in it! Would do it again, totally.
Sven
Dec 2025
Verified Partner Review
Good tour for Rio first-timers. I went solo & met two cool people on the bus. Guide was friendly, spoke great English, but I felt a bit rushed at the cathedral (wish I had more time to sit inside). Weather was HOTTT so bring water & sunscreen. Train ride up the mountain was a highlight, even tho the line was long. Would prob do again if I brought friends next time.
Hugo
Dec 2025
Verified Partner Review
Booked this for my first trip with my girlfriend and gotta say – SOOO worth it. Our guide was super chill, kept telling lil stories about each stop. Views from the top were EPIC! Just a heads-up, if you’re scared of heights, brace yourself. It was a bit crowded but not unbearable. We went early morning, so def recommend that. Would do again for sure!
Chloe
Nov 2025
Verified Partner Review
Did the tour with my boyfriend and another couple. It’s a LOT packed into one morning but you see all the big spots. The guide was fun, cracked jokes, and gave us random facts (like, why the cathedral looks like a spaceship). Traffic was rough getting up to Christ, so be patient. Overall, solid way to tick off the classics.

Christ the Redeemer

Monday	08:00am - 06:00pm	last entry 06:00pm
Tuesday	08:00am - 06:00pm	last entry 06:00pm
Wednesday	08:00am - 06:00pm	last entry 06:00pm
Thursday	08:00am - 06:00pm	last entry 06:00pm
Friday	08:00am - 06:00pm	last entry 06:00pm
Saturday	08:00am - 06:00pm	last entry 06:00pm
Sunday	08:00am - 06:00pm	last entry 06:00pm

Accessibility

Safety first! This experience is not recommended for guests with mobility issues due to walking and uneven surfaces at some sites.

Additional information

Hotel pickup and drop-off are only available from select areas in Rio’s South Zone and West Zone (if express tour selected). Hostels, B&Bs, and private residences are not included. Guests staying outside these zones must travel to a designated meeting point.

Tour schedules may vary slightly depending on weather and sunset time to ensure the best viewing experience.

Children must always be accompanied by an adult.

Sugarloaf Mountain cable car rides are subject to weather conditions and may be suspended in case of strong winds or storms.

Children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the tour.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Hotel transfers

This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs.

In the next step of booking, please specify the name and address of your hotel.

On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 10-15 min prior to your scheduled departure.

If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of the hotel.