
Rio de Janeiro Tour - Discover Christ the Redeemer and the Marvelous City
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 61 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Rio de Janeiro Tour - Discover Christ the Redeemer and the Marvelous City worth booking?
Rio de Janeiro Tour - Discover Christ the Redeemer and the Marvelous City is a 5-hour experience in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from $90 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 61 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (61)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $90 per person
With one of the most breathtaking landscapes on the planet, the city of Rio de Janeiro is totally worthy of the title of "Wonderful City". With a unique geography, the city is surrounded by natural beauty, which enchants everyone who knows it. The city manages to integrate in perfect harmony its Tijuca forest with its beautiful beaches and lagoons. Its welcoming and life-friendly people provide an even more pleasant experience and make Rio one of the most sought after destinations in the world
What you get
About this experience
With one of the most breathtaking landscapes on the planet, the city of Rio de Janeiro is totally worthy of the title of "Wonderful City". With a unique geography, the city is surrounded by natural beauty, which enchants everyone who knows it. The city manages to integrate in perfect harmony its Tijuca forest with its beautiful beaches and lagoons. Its welcoming and life-friendly people provide an even more pleasant experience and make Rio one of the most sought after destinations in the world
What's included
Included
- Ticket Corcovado (Cristo Redentor)
- bilingual guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What you'll see and do
Santuario Cristo Redentor
Corcovado is one of the hills of the city of Rio de Janeiro, famous in Brazil and in the world for its 38 meters high statue of Christ the Redeemer. Christ the Redeemer is one of the main symbols of the country and offers a privileged panoramic view of the city of Rio de Janeiro.
60 minutes here
Escadaria Selaron
The Selarón Staircase is an architectural work located between the neighborhoods of Santa Teresa and Lapa, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, decorated by long-standing Chilean artist Jorge Selarón, who declared it as a "tribute to the Brazilian people"
20 minutes here
Copacabana Beach
Discover the beaches of Rio de Janeiro in a comfortable vehicle
Pass by without stopping
Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai
The Marquês de Sapucaí Sambadrome, also known as Rio de Janeiro's Sambadrome and officially named as Passarela Professor Darcy Ribeiro, is a sambadrome located on Avenida Marquês de Sapucaí, in the central area of the city of Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil. Inaugurated in 1984, the venue is the stage for the most famous popular festival in Brazil, the Parade of samba schools in Rio de Janeiro, which is held annually during the Carnival holiday.
20 minutes here
Catedral Presbiteriana Do Rio De Janeiro
The Cathedral of São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro, also known as Metropolitan Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro, is a Catholic cathedral located in the city center of Rio de Janeiro, in Brazil. It was inaugurated in 1979, replacing, as the city's cathedral, the Church of Nossa Senhora do Carmo. In a modern style, it has a conical shape, with 106 meters in diameter, 75 meters in external height, 64 meters in internal height [1] and capacity for 20,000 people standing. The beauty of the building, of straight and sober lines, is due to the colored stained glass shattered on the walls up to the dome. Its design and execution was coordinated by Monsignor Ivo Antônio Calliari (1918 - 2005).
30 minutes here
Floresta da Tijuca
One of the largest urban forests in the world, it was created in 1861 by the emperor Pedro II to reforest the area affected by deforestation caused by the cultivation of cane and coffee.
10 minutes here
Maracana
Estádio Jornalista Mário Filho, better known as Maracanã, or Maraca, is a football stadium located in the North Zone of the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro
20 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 50 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Brasil Show Turismo - Agência de Turismo Rio de Janeiro
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 61 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
61 verified traveler reviews for Rio de Janeiro Tour - Discover Christ the Redeemer and the Marvelous City. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Disappointed
Unfortunately disappointing. I booked 2 tours with Brasil Show. I found them on the trip blog. 1st Tour A day in Rio: With the Guide Márcio, Very Bad Humorous, we had a problem with the schedule, at Cristo, Márcio informed that there could be no delay, that I even had to meet him at 11:55, we were 4 minutes late, I arrived at the meeting point at 11:59, he gave me a lecture, Unnecessary, I understand that I was late, I was wrong, but I think they need to be more understanding, you arrive at Cristo super crowded, I was late because I was waiting for my photos to be sent, I paid for They wouldn't leave without taking the photos, they only allow 40 minutes to stay in Christ, and the worst thing for me was I apologized, he turned to me and said there was no excuse, I thought it was very rude, they treated the agent as if he was working for free, as if he was doing us a favor. As a tourist, the least I expect is to be treated well by the receptionist. 2nd tour Cable camp Guide Lucas, the guide was Ok, nothing special Negative points: We left our Hotel at 07:30 we arrived in Arraial at 12:00 the Guide drops you off in the queue and takes the boat alone the guide doesn't go along, it was a real rush, we stopped at a single beach for 40 minutes. Lunch is taken at a very simple restaurant, we arrived to eat at 4:30 pm there was almost no food but we had to wait, missing a fork to eat And the worst part was when we left, we had to wait for some people who were 20 minutes late, the funny thing is that I was 4 minutes late, Márcio crucified me and then I arrived on another tour and I had to wait 20 minutes late for other tourists and the guide didn't said nothing Anyway, it's not worth it, we arrived at the Hotel at 10:45 pm, you spend more time on the bus than on the beach
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Excellent
Very nice everything and excellent predisposition by guide Marcio. He was able to transmit all his extensive knowledge to the group, being able to express himself using his native language as well as Spanish. A genius guide Marcio👏🏻. The tour was very beautiful and the Christ impressive.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
We booked the beach ride with Gisel, the next morning Ma met us at the hotel, punctual, attentive and in Spanish!!
The whole experience was amazing! We loved it. The treatment, the information super complete, very respectful and excellent Service of the guide!!
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Frustrating, a lot of time wasted waiting for others at every stop
I booked the tour to take relatives visiting Rio/Brazil for the first time. They came to pick us up at the hotel already 20 minutes late. At each stop of the tour we had to wait for a couple (who spoke Spanish) who did not observe a scheduled time, a guide said that they were stops of 15 min walk, but there were waiting for another 20 min at the meeting point. Last stop we wait 1 hour. When I made a reservation I asked them to have a guide who spoke English, but in the first moments of the tour the guide noticed that 6 of our group of 16 people spoke Spanish, warned us that if we wanted explanations in English to approach and ask English to him, because I would do the tour in Spanish (we felt relegated to the second category). Finished super late walk. Waste of time and money. A pity that left a very bad impression to visitors who no longer want to take tours with tour companies in Brazil.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Excellent
Very good the city tour with Brazil and better yet with the guide Márcio Lima, attentive and kind, and knows very well the history of each point a true encyclopedia, each place more beautiful than the other, well worth this tour.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
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
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 21
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 75
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Rio de Janeiro Tour - Discover Christ the Redeemer and the Marvelous City: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rio de Janeiro.
How much does Rio de Janeiro Tour - Discover Christ the Redeemer and the Marvelous City cost?
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Prices start at $90 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 Rio de Janeiro Tour - Discover Christ the Redeemer and the Marvelous City 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 Rio de Janeiro Tour - Discover Christ the Redeemer and the Marvelous City worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 61 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 Rio de Janeiro Tour - Discover Christ the Redeemer and the Marvelous City?
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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 Rio de Janeiro Tour - Discover Christ the Redeemer and the Marvelous City 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 Rio de Janeiro Tour - Discover Christ the Redeemer and the Marvelous City?
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Around 21 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 Rio de Janeiro Tour - Discover Christ the Redeemer and the Marvelous City 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 Pedra da Gávea hike, your best experience in Rio, Favela Tour Rio de Janeiro - Vidigal Walking Tour by Russo Guide, Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included. 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.
What is included in Rio de Janeiro Tour - Discover Christ the Redeemer and the Marvelous City?
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Included: Ticket Corcovado (Cristo Redentor); bilingual guide; and In-vehicle air conditioning. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Rio de Janeiro Tour - Discover Christ the Redeemer and the Marvelous City include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 161 listed pickup locations in and around Rio de Janeiro. Be ready about 50 minutes before the start time.
What languages is Rio de Janeiro Tour - Discover Christ the Redeemer and the Marvelous City offered in?
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It is offered in Portuguese, English and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Rio de Janeiro Tour - Discover Christ the Redeemer and the Marvelous City?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Rio de Janeiro Tour - Discover Christ the Redeemer and the Marvelous City wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Rio de Janeiro Tour - Discover Christ the Redeemer and the Marvelous City if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Rio de Janeiro Tour - Discover Christ the Redeemer and the Marvelous City?
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Across 61 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
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