Brazil · City Tours

Christ the Redeemer, Selaron, Cathedral, Maracana, Sambadrome Half-Day Tour

5 Hours Round trip from Rio de Janeiro Easy pace

Christ the Redeemer - Corcovado Mountain

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Christ the Redeemer via the Paineiras route
02 Drive through Tijuca Forest on the way to Corcovado
03 See the colorful Selarón Steps in Santa Teresa
04 Visit the distinctive Metropolitan Cathedral
05 Take photos outside the Sambadrome
06 Stop outside the legendary Maracanã Stadium
07 Guide service and Christ the Redeemer tickets included
08 Round-trip transfer included

Discover some of Rio de Janeiro’s most iconic sights on this half-day city tour, combining world-famous landmarks, striking architecture, and local culture in one easy outing. Travel through Tijuca Forest along the Paineiras route to reach Christ the Redeemer, where sweeping views of the city await from Corcovado.

You’ll also visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and the colorful Selarón Steps, then stop for photos outside the Sambadrome and Maracanã Stadium. With guide service, Christ the Redeemer tickets, and round-trip transfer included, this tour is a convenient way to experience Rio’s highlights in just a few hours.

Travel through Tijuca Forest along the Paineiras route to reach Christ the Redeemer, where sweeping views of the city await from Corcovado.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Rio de Janeiro

Languages English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Corcovado, The Christ the Redeemer

We visit to Corcovado Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer statue going through the Paineiras route. The 20-minute drive to the base of the statue takes you through the Tijuca Forest and gives you a preview of the landscapes ahead. The statue stands 710 meters tall and from this vantage point, you’ll have sweeping views of the city.

Day 02

Tijuca Forest

The largest urban forest in the planet. We will take you on a panoramic view. By minivan, we go through the Tijuca Forest and stop at the Visitor's Center inside the Paineiras. This is the place where we take the minivan from the Corcovado to get to the Christ, the Redeemer.

Day 03

Selarón Steps

Located in Santa Teresa, the Selarón Steps are famous for its bright and colourfull tiles.

Day 04

Metropolitan Cathedral

The modern archtecture is very different from the traditional cathedrals we see out there. Enjoy the beautiful stained glasses and try to guess the biblical passages they got their inspiration from.

Day 05

Sambodromo

The Sambodromo is the Carnival Temple and the place we compete every year in the biggest celebration of carnival in the planet.

Day 06

Maracana Stadium

Football - or soccer, if you prefer - is part of the Brazilian life. We love to watch the games and share experiences with complete strangers that get together for one purpose: support their team on the field. The Maracanã Stadium is considered our temple and a sacred place for those who enjoy a great game. We can take pictures outside of the Stadium and share stories about our favorite matches.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Rio de Janeiro 1 city · 5 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Tickets to the Christ, the Redeemer.

What's Not Included

Food and drinks
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Tickets to enter the Sambadrome.
Tickets to enter the Maracana Stadium.

Know before you go

WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
If requested, you must present a copy of your ID.
We do not operate this tour on Carnival season.
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infant seats unavailable
Not wheelchair accessible
BOARDING INFORMATION: Arrive 15 minutes in advance to avoid any delays. Contact Rio Carioca Tour [/ ] at least 24 hours before the start of the tour to inform location and confirm pickup time. Wait for the tour guide in the place informed on a visible location. Delays may occur due to traffic conditions. Different age policies may apply according to each location. ID or copy is mandatory, even for children. Voucher is confirmed only by payment confirmation. The tour itinerary may change its order on a daily basis due to force majeure. Read our Cancellation Policy. IMPORTANT: During high season and major events, the visitation time on each location can be affected, due to long waiting queues. Carnival-related products have a specific cancellation policy. Take care of your personal belongings as we are not responsible for items left in vehicles and/ or in places visited. We recommend that you carry all your belongings.
Pickup is available from most hotels in the areas of Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana, Flamengo and Downtown (Centro). Contact us back to adjust the pickup time. Pickup between 07:45 am and 08:30 am.