Half Day in Rio: Christ by Train, Maracanã, Cathedral & Selarón

Make the most of your limited time in Rio de Janeiro with our Half Day Tour, perfect for travelers who want to see the city’s highlights in a single morning. Start with the iconic Christ the Redeemer, reached by scenic train ride up Corcovado Mountain, offering breathtaking panoramic views. Explore the colorful Selarón Steps, admire the legendary Maracanã Stadium from the outside, and pass by the world-famous Sambadrome — home of Rio’s spectacular Carnival parades — without stopping. Complete your tour with a visit to the striking Metropolitan Cathedral, a modern architectural gem. This convenient tour includes roundtrip transportation from your hotel, allowing you to enjoy Rio’s must-see attractions in comfort and style, even on a tight schedule.

1. 1

   Avenida Atlantica

   Pass by

   Avenue in front of Copacabana Beach.

2. 2

   Copacabana Beach

   Pass by

   Pass by the edge of the Copacabana Beach and get a panoramic view of one of the most famous beaches in Brazil.

3. 3

   Estatua Carlos Drummond de Andrade

   Pass by

   Statue of a famous brazilian poet at Copacabana beach.

4. 4

   Ipanema Beach

   Pass by

   Pass by the edge of the Ipanema Beach and get a panoramic view of the legendary beach that inspired the famous song "Garota de Ipanema".

5. 5

   Stop 5

   20 min

   Board the train through the forest on your way up to Christ the Redeemer.

6. 6

   Parque Nacional da Tijuca

   Pass by

   Pass by Tijuca Forest on your way up to Christ the Redeemer.

7. 7

   Santuario Cristo Redentor

   1.5 hours

   Go up by train to the top of the Corcovado Mountain, where is the Christ the Redeemer statue, pass by Tijuca Forest. The total time includes transportation from Cosme Velho Station to the statue, the period at the top of Corcovado Mountain and the return.

8. 8

   Maracana

   10 min

   Extern visit with a stop in front of the Bellini Statue. Entry admission not included. On event days on the stadium the stop might not be allowed by traffic authorities.

9. 9

   Sambodromo da Marques de Sapucai

   Pass by

   The tour passes in front of the Sambadrome — the venue where Rio’s famous Carnival parades take place. This is a panoramic visit only, without stopping.

10. 10

    The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian

    15 min

    Internal visit.

11. 11

    Escadaria Selaron

    15 min

    Stop for photos.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Roundtrip transportation available from South Zone’s (Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leme) seafront hotels via air-conditioned bus.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.