How to visit Christ the Redeemer: tickets, Corcovado train and timing
Knowing how to visit Christ the Redeemer comes down to how you get up: the Corcovado train ticket costs €44 (4.4/5 from 5,437 reviews), a ticket with hotel pickup €26, the Christ, Sugarloaf and barbecue tour €66 (4.5/5) and the sunrise tour €87 (4.9/5). Our catalogue lists 72 activities that include the statue, from €26, with a median of €118.5.
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Christ the Redeemer stands on Corcovado mountain, 710 metres above sea level, inside Tijuca National Park. The statue is 30 metres tall on an 8-metre pedestal, with arms spanning about 28 metres. It opened in 1931 and was voted one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in 2007. Here is every way up, with prices from our Rio de Janeiro activities catalogue, plus how to beat the queues and the clouds.
The 10 best ways to visit Christ the Redeemer
- Corcovado train ticket — €44, 4.4/5 from 5,437 reviews, the most booked option. The cog train leaves Cosme Velho and climbs through the rainforest in about 20 minutes.
- Christ, Sugarloaf, Selarón Steps and barbecue lunch — €66, 4.5/5 from 3,377 reviews, 8-9 hours with pickup. The best-value full day.
- Half day: Christ, Selarón and Sugarloaf at sunset — €109, 4.5/5 from 2,672 reviews, 6 hours.
- Christ, Selarón Steps and Tijuca — €65, 4.8/5 from 937 reviews.
- Christ and Sugarloaf with lunch — €120, 4.6/5 from 967 reviews, 9 hours with pickup.
- Sunrise viewpoint and Christ tour — €87, 4.9/5 from 167 reviews. Beat the big groups.
- Christ ticket with pickup — €26, 4.3/5 from 333 reviews, the cheapest option.
- Guided hike to the statue — €73, 4.8/5 from 38 reviews, 5-6 hours.
- 5-hour express Christ and Sugarloaf tour — €96, 4.3/5 from 445 reviews, with pickup.
- 30-minute flight over the Christ — €241, 4.6/5 from 302 reviews, optional hotel transfer.
Quick comparison: price, rating and pickup
| Activity | From | Rating | Reviews | Duration | Spanish guide | Pickup |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corcovado train ticket | €44 | 4.4/5 | 5437 | — | No | No |
| Ticket with pickup | €26 | 4.3/5 | 333 | — | No | No |
| Christ, Sugarloaf and barbecue | €66 | 4.5/5 | 3377 | 8-9 h | Yes | Yes |
| Christ and Sugarloaf at sunset | €109 | 4.5/5 | 2672 | 6 h | Yes | No |
| Christ, Selarón and Tijuca | €65 | 4.8/5 | 937 | 1 d | No | No |
| Sunrise viewpoint and Christ | €87 | 4.9/5 | 167 | — | No | No |
| Guided hike to the statue | €73 | 4.8/5 | 38 | 5-6 h | Yes | No |
| 30-min flight over the Christ | €241 | 4.6/5 | 302 | 30 min | Yes | No |
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How to get up Corcovado
By train: the historic cog railway runs from Cosme Velho station; book a timed ticket (€44) to skip the ticket-office queue. By official van or car: licensed vans run up the mountain from several points in the city, handy when trains are full; the ticket with pickup (€26) sorts out transport for you. On foot: a steep trail climbs from Parque Lage, with chains near the top; go with the guided hike (€73). On a tour: the barbecue day tour (€66) handles transport, tickets and lunch.
How to choose
Budget: the €26 ticket with pickup or the €44 train, then the Sugarloaf cable car (€42, 4.6/5 from 4,049 reviews) on your own. One day in Rio: the barbecue tour (€66) or the sunset half day (€109). Photos without crowds: the sunrise tour (€87), or a helicopter flight from €222.
2-day Rio itinerary with Christ the Redeemer
Day 1: the first possible Corcovado train (€44), a wander through Santa Teresa and the Selarón Steps, and sunset on the Sugarloaf cable car (€42). Activities: €86.
Day 2: a Rio rainforest hike (€59, 4.8/5 from 3,843 reviews) and a sunset boat trip (€53). Activities: €112.
That is about €198 per person. For more ideas, see our guide to the best tours in Rio de Janeiro.
How much does it cost to visit Christ the Redeemer?
- Ticket only: €26 (with pickup) to €44 (Corcovado train).
- Half day with Christ and Selarón: €40–57.
- Christ and Sugarloaf: from €66 for the barbecue day to €120 with lunch; half-day versions €96–115.
- Sunrise tours: €87–115.
- Private tours: €150–254.
- Helicopter: €222–444, depending on length and doors-off flights.
The median across the 72 activities is €118.5 because many combine several sights or are private. If you only want the statue, you will not pay more than €44.
Plan your visit
Getting to the station: Cosme Velho is about 20-30 minutes by taxi or ride-hailing app from Copacabana or Ipanema, depending on traffic. Best time: early morning brings fewer people and fewer clouds; late afternoon has beautiful light. Corcovado often sits in cloud, so check the summit before you go. May to September usually has clearer skies. At the top: stairs, lifts and escalators lead to the platform, with views over Sugarloaf, the Rodrigo de Freitas lagoon, Copacabana and Maracanã.
Where to stay: Copacabana and Ipanema for the beach and tour pickups, Botafogo and Flamengo for quick access to Cosme Velho, or bohemian Santa Teresa just below Corcovado.
Practical tips
- Book a timed ticket: ticket-office queues get long in high season and around Carnival.
- Go early for softer light and a calmer platform.
- Bring water, sunscreen and a light jacket; it is windy at the top.
- 16 of the 72 Christ activities list a Spanish-speaking guide and 9 include pickup.
- For a full-length photo, stand at the lower end of the platform and shoot upwards.
FAQ
How much does it cost to go up Christ the Redeemer?
In our catalogue a ticket with pickup costs €26 and the Corcovado train ticket €44. Tours combining the statue with Sugarloaf start at €66.
What is the best way to get up?
The Corcovado train is the classic and most booked option, with 5,437 reviews. To see more in one day, the €66 barbecue tour is the best value.
How long does a visit take?
Allow about 3 hours on your own, including travel, the train and time at the top. Half-day tours last 4 to 6 hours.
What is the top-rated Christ tour?
The sunrise viewpoint and Christ tour scores 4.9/5 from 167 reviews, and the sunrise observatory tour 4.9/5 from 166.
Can you hike up to Christ the Redeemer?
Yes, on a steep trail from Parque Lage. The guided hike costs €73 and scores 4.8/5 from 38 reviews.
Do I need a visa for Brazil?
Since 10 April 2025, US, Canadian and Australian citizens need an e-visa to visit Brazil. UK and EU passport holders do not need a visa for tourist stays of up to 90 days. Always check the official Brazilian consulate website before travelling.
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