O Christ the Redeemer It is the main postcard of Rio de Janeiro. So if you're going to travel there, the attraction definitely needs to be on your travel itinerary. Take advantage of all our tips for an unforgettable trip below! Check out how to buy tickets for Christ the Redeemer, prices, how to get there, history, curiosities and other information about the marvelous city's super monument recognized throughout the world!
Christ the Redeemer
Inaugurated on October 12, 1931, the statue with open arms for Guanabara Bay turned 90 years old in 2021. With 38 meters high (including the 8 meter pedestal) and weighing 1,145 tons, the tourist attraction is located at the top of the hill of Corcovado and was elected one of the 7 wonders of the world!
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How to get to Christ the Redeemer
A visit to Christ the Redeemer is the highlight of any trip to Rio de Janeiro. By train or van, alone or with someone, visiting it is one of those trips that makes every tourist happy, with beautiful memories that will last a lifetime!
Open daily for visitors from 8am to 7pm, Christ the Redeemer can be visited in basically two ways: by van (departing from three different points in Rio) or by train from Corcovado (Cosme Velho Station). Tickets include direct round-trip transportation, as well as entry to the attraction.
Going by van is usually the most practical option, just go to one of the three stations where the vehicles depart (Copacabana, Largo do Machado or Paineiras) and purchase the ticket on the spot, subject to a wait. During high season the queue at some stations can be quite long, so it's also worth buying the van tickets to Christ the Redeemer in advance.
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Train travel is more traditional and much busier, so it is necessary to plan in advance! You tickets for the Corcovado Train They must be purchased in advance, online or through authorized points of sale. Purchasing in advance does not issue a ticket, but rather a voucher which must be exchanged at the ticket office where the train leaves, at Cosme Velho Station.
Corcovado Train
The journey takes around twenty minutes along a railway even older than the statue itself, entering Tijuca National Park, the largest urban forest in the world!
Christ the Redeemer tickets
The ticket price for Christ the Redeemer is already included in the price of official transport — the vans from the Paineiras Corcovado Concessionaire or the Corcovado Train. Cariocas and residents of the state of Rio de Janeiro have a discount.
Check ticket prices for Christ the Redeemer in 2024 by train:
- High Season*: R$ 122.50
- Low season*: R$ 97.50
- Children up to 4 years old: (free)
- Child (5 to 11 years old): R$67
- Elderly (over 60 years old residing in Brazil): R$ 33.50
Children up to 4 years old do not pay, as long as they are on the guardian's lap.
* Includes round-trip train transport and access to the Christ the Redeemer monument.
* All Saturdays and Sundays and holidays are considered high season.
Boarding takes place at Cosme Velho Station, located at Rua Cosme Velho, 513.
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- There is no half-price ticket for students, but there is a R$10 discount, costing R$85 (low season) or R$97.50 (high season)
- There is no free or discount for people with special needs or their companions
It is worth noting that the Trem do Corcovado ticket office does not sell tickets for the same day, as all Trem do Corcovado tickets have an appointment. The ticket office is only open for changing tickets. vouchers of tourists who purchased tickets in advance online or at accredited points of sale.
How to get to Christ the Redeemer by van
O ticket for the van service to Christ the Redeemer It can be purchased at Largo do Machado (next to the metro), at Praça do Lido (Copacabana) or at Paineiras (Visitor Center), where vehicles leaving for Corcovado depart. There are no more vans leaving Barra da Tijuca.
By van leaving Largo do Machado or Praça do Lido (Copacabana):
- R$ 126.50 (high season) and R$ 101.50 (low season).
- R$71 for children between 5 and 11 years old. Free for children up to 4 years old.
- Brazilians or resident foreigners over 60 years old: R$58.
The price includes the van and access to Christ.
Boarding times: Every day, from 8am to 5pm.
Payment method: Cash, debit and credit cards (Visa and Mastercard).
By van leaving Paineiras
- Adults R$ 81.50 (high season) and R$ 56.50 (low season)
- Children aged 5 to 11: R$ 26.00
- Elderly people over 60 years old, Brazilians and foreigners residing in Brazil: R$ 13
- Boarding times: Every day, from 8am to 6pm.
How to get to Christ the Redeemer by car
How to get to Christ the Redeemer by car, taxi or Uber
Due to the lack of parking at the Visitor Center, visiting Christ the Redeemer by car may not be a good option, as you will have to park the car on the road and walk up the hill for 10 minutes. Taking a taxi or Uber to the Visitor Center may be a better alternative.
However, if you still prefer to go by car, follow Cosme Velho via Ladeira dos Guararapes, going up the steep hill. On the right, take Conselheiro Lampreia street until the intersection with the “Corcovado-Mirante” sign. Turn left, onto Estrada das Paineiras, and ahead see another sign indicating “Paineiras-Corcovado”. Passenger cars must only go to Paineiras. From there, it is also possible to take a licensed van to the monument.
Christ the Redeemer: how to climb on foot
In addition to the already mentioned van service and the Corcovado Train, for more adventurous travelers there are also ecological trail options, with walks through the Tijuca National Park to the monument.
The main trail starts at Parque Lage, in the Botanical Garden — open from 8am to 5pm, it is a moderately difficult walk lasting approximately two hours, following through the National Park to the Corcovado Train tracks.
Remember that even if you go up on foot, you still need a ticket to access Christ the Redeemer!
This is a good option to enjoy outdoor activities and interact with the landscape surrounded by waterfalls, tropical plants and wild animals, in one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
However, due to the problems of urban violence in Rio de Janeiro and the proximity of some local communities to the presence of drug trafficking, it is recommended that this walk be carried out with the accompaniment of an accredited guide.
Despite being well signposted, the trail can be a challenge for those who are not used to the landscapes of the Atlantic Forest. Physical preparation is also a requirement, remember: Christ the Redeemer is located 709 meters above sea level!
History of Christ the Redeemer
Since the mid-1850s, the idea of erecting a Christian monument at the top of Corcovado, in honor of Princess Isabel, had been considered. But with the Proclamation of the Republic in 1889 and the official separation between Church and State, the idea was put aside.
Until in 1920, the Rio de Janeiro Catholic Circle organized “Monument Week”, attracting donations and collecting signatures in support of the construction of a statue. The project of Christ the Redeemer with open arms, a symbol of peace, designed by Rio engineer Heitor da Silva Costa and sculpted by French-Polish sculptor Paul Landowski, was chosen.
Construction of Christ the Redeemer in 1920
Construction lasted nine years (from 1922 to 1931) and the monument was finally inaugurated on October 12, 1931.
How tall is Christ the Redeemer?
Christ the Redeemer is 38 meters high (including its 8-meter pedestal) and weighs 1,145 tons. Its open arms towards Guanabara Bay measure 28 meters wide.
At 709 meters above sea level, Christ the Redeemer is located at the top of Corcovado Hill, in Tijuca National Park, and enchants visitors with its stunning views of the city of Rio de Janeiro.
Tours in Rio de Janeiro
There are several cool tours for you to take on your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Whether visiting Christ the Redeemer or other wonders of the city, the important thing is to get to know the destination as much as possible on your trip. Check out our suggestions below:
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| Christ of Corcovado and Sugarloaf Mountain | Book here |
| Sunset boat trip along Rio | Book here |
| Free tour of the historic center of Rio and Lapa | Book here |
| Excursion to Arraial do Cabo | Book here |
| Tour of the Botanical Garden, Tijuca Forest and Lage Park | Book here |
| Sailboat tour around Rio de Janeiro | Book here |
| Maracanã stadium tour + Samba City | Book here |
| Rio Star Ferris wheel + Olympic Boulevard | Book here |
| Behind-the-scenes tour of Rio Carnival | Book here |
| Pub Crawl. Party tour of Rio de Janeiro | Book here |
| Helicopter tour of Rio de Janeiro | Book here |
| Guided tour of Rio de Janeiro | Book here |
Tips for visiting Christ the Redeemer
- Christ the Redeemer receives up to 10,000 visitors per day, meaning it is always packed! So the infallible tip is: arrive early! Right after opening, from 8am to 9am, the queues tend to be shorter. Another interesting time is at the end of the day, from 4pm to 6pm, when there is less demand for tickets and movement tends to be reduced.
- If you want to go by van, save time in queues It is buy van tickets to Christ the Redeemer in advance.
- Anyone who buys train tickets through the app has boarding priority. Download the “Trem do Corcovado” app, available on iTunes It is Google Play.
- Avoid going by car: The lack of parking at the Visitor Center makes any comfort that a car trip could bring impossible. Give preference to vans or the Corcovado Train.
- Stay hydrated! Rio's summer temperatures can be very high, so drink plenty of fluids during the tour – but don't worry, there are snack bars and restaurants on site at reasonable prices. There are also no restrictions for those who want to bring their own food.
Don't forget to read our Rio de Janeiro Guide, with all the tips and information for you to plan your trip! Do you have more tips for visiting Christ the Redeemer? Leave it in the comments!
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