Landmark
Christ the Redeemer (statue)
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Christ the Redeemer stands 30 meters tall atop Corcovado mountain, its outstretched arms symbolizing peace. Visitors reach the summit by cog train or van, then ascend stairs or escalators to the viewing platform. The statue's Art Deco design and setting within Tijuca National Park make it a distinctive landmark. From here, panoramic views encompass Sugarloaf Mountain, Guanabara Bay, and the city's beaches, providing a quintessential Rio experience.
Don't miss
- View the statue up close, noting the Art Deco details and mosaic tiles.
- Take in 360-degree views of Rio, including Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach.
- Ride the cog railway through Tijuca National Park's Atlantic rainforest.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Christ the Redeemer (statue)
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inChrist the Redeemer by Van and Selarón Steps4.6★ · 289 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$61 per personSee dates →
Best full dayBest of Rio in One Day: Christ Redeemer, Sugarloaf & Local Lunch5★ · 4,891 travelers8–9 hoursFree cancellationFrom$173 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleCityTour Rio de Janeiro -Christ Redemptor-Santa Teresa- Escadaria5★ · 27 travelers2–4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$118 per personSee dates →More attractions in Rio de Janeiro
