Christ the Redeemer, Selaron, Cathedral, Maracana, Sambadrome Half-Day Tour
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 158 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Christ the Redeemer, Selaron, Cathedral, Maracana, Sambadrome Half-Day Tour worth booking?
Christ the Redeemer, Selaron, Cathedral, Maracana, Sambadrome Half-Day Tour is a 5-hour experience in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from $54 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 158 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 76 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (158)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $54 per person
Make the most of your time with a half-day express tour of Rio. Travel through Tijuca Forest to the summit of Corcovado for Christ the Redeemer, visit the Metropolitan Cathedral, Selarón Steps, and Arcos da Lapa, and sto
What you get
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tickets to the Christ, the Redeemer.
About this experience
Make the most of your time with a half-day express tour of Rio. Travel through Tijuca Forest to the summit of Corcovado for Christ the Redeemer, visit the Metropolitan Cathedral, Selarón Steps, and Arcos da Lapa, and stop for photos at Maracanã and Sambadrome. Your guide, entrance ticket, and hotel transfers are all included.
What's included
Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Tickets to the Christ, the Redeemer.
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Tickets to enter the Sambadrome.
- Tickets to enter the Maracana Stadium.
What you'll see and do
Santuario Cristo Redentor
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.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Parque Nacional da Tijuca
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.
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Escadaria Selaron
Located in Santa Teresa, the Selarón Steps are famous for its bright and colourfull tiles.
45 minutes here
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian
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.
45 minutes here
Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai
The Sambodromo is the Carnival Temple and the place we compete every year in the biggest celebration of carnival in the planet.
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Maracana
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.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Rio de Janeiro
If you do not provide us the pickup location at the time of booking and you do not inform us about it later, we will assume you will meet us at the Meeting Point at the Front Desk of the Rio Othon Palace (Avenida Atlântica, 3264 - Copacabana).
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Ends at
If you do not provide us the pickup location at the time of booking and you do not inform us about it later, we will assume you will meet us at the Meeting Point at the Front Desk of the Rio Othon Palace (Avenida Atlântica, 3264 - Copacabana).
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, pt, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Rio Carioca Tour Ltda
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If requested, you must present a copy of your ID.
- We do not operate this tour on Carnival season.
- Contact us to confirm the pickup time according to hotel location.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 158 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
158 verified traveler reviews for Christ the Redeemer, Selaron, Cathedral, Maracana, Sambadrome Half-Day Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Memorable Experience in Rio
Mónica was great. We were coached on where to get the best photos and how to invest our time in Rio. Highly recommend. It’s a great half day trip
via Tripadvisor
Just book Ubers instead and self tour - it’s cheaper and easier
Essentially the ‘tour’ was an 18 person communal taxi ride around the city where we were dropped at landmarks and then left to walk around by ourselves and work it out. Also was a half day tour where it was raining early in the morning and then fine after 10am. But instead of going into the buildings first and then going to the mountain, it was still decided to go see Christ redeemer in the rain and mist so no one really got to see or do anything. We then went to the Cathedral mid church service so again couldn’t really do much so we decided to get an uber back at that point as it was all a bit pointless. Also, we spent an hour driving around Rio picking everyone up from various hotels - maybe in future it may be easier to just have a central meeting point to save all the guests time on their trips instead of driving around the city in circles collecting people from hotels.
via Viator
1 star. Absolutely terrible experience.
The transportation service showed up over 20 minutes late and then made us walk to a random pickup location instead of picking us up directly at our hotel like promised. The communication was poor the entire time and nobody seemed organized or concerned about wasting customers’ time. To make matters worse, we were over an hour past the scheduled tour start time and still had not made it to a single landmark or attraction. Instead, the driver spent a huge amount of time driving all over the roughest parts of Rio making multiple unnecessary stops for other passengers. The entire experience felt unprofessional, disorganized, and uncomfortable. If you are expecting reliable transportation, punctuality, or decent customer service, look elsewhere. There are far better and more dependable companies in Rio.
via Viator
Brazil Experience.
We had the tour of Rio and Corcovado Mountain with the most amazing Monica who just impressed us with the different languages she could speak. Amazing personality!!
via Tripadvisor
Great guide good tour spoilt by bad weather.
Guide Monica was excellent very informative and attentive. Couldn’t ask for better. Only downside was the weather - intermittent rain and low cloud at the Redeemer
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $54 to $77
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 55
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Rio Carioca Tour Ltda, who run 29 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 60.4.
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Christ the Redeemer, Selaron, Cathedral, Maracana, Sambadrome Half-Day Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rio de Janeiro.
How much does Christ the Redeemer, Selaron, Cathedral, Maracana, Sambadrome Half-Day Tour cost?
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Prices start at $54 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rio de Janeiro usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Christ the Redeemer, Selaron, Cathedral, Maracana, Sambadrome Half-Day Tour take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Rio de Janeiro is not rushed.
Is Christ the Redeemer, Selaron, Cathedral, Maracana, Sambadrome Half-Day Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 158 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Rio de Janeiro, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Christ the Redeemer, Selaron, Cathedral, Maracana, Sambadrome Half-Day Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Christ the Redeemer, Selaron, Cathedral, Maracana, Sambadrome Half-Day Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Christ the Redeemer, Selaron, Cathedral, Maracana, Sambadrome Half-Day Tour?
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Around 55 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Rio de Janeiro can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Rio de Janeiro and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Christ the Redeemer, Selaron, Cathedral, Maracana, Sambadrome Half-Day Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Rio de Janeiro within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Rio de Janeiro?
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On Outty we rank every Rio de Janeiro experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included, Rio: Tijuca Rainforest Hike, Wildlife, Waterfalls & Caves, Explore the Best of Tijuca Forest – Hike to Peaks, Caves & Falls. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Rio de Janeiro?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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