Selarón Steps (Escadaria Selarón) Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to visit Selarón Steps (Escadaria Selarón) in 2024?

The Selarón Steps (Escadaria Selarón) are free to visit. Short tours that combine the Selarón Steps (Escadaria Selarón) with Christ the Redeemer (but exclude admission tickets) start at US$43. Full-day sightseeing tours of Rio de Janeiro that include a barbecue lunch and transport cost from US$72.

Q: Why are the Selarón Steps (Escadaria Selarón) so famous?

The Selarón Steps (Escadaria Selarón) are famous because they are one of Rio's most colorful and photo-worthy attractions, which Chilean-born artist Jorge Selarón created. They are also renowned for featuring in the music video for the song Beautiful by Snoop Dogg and Pharrell Williams.

Q: Are the Selarón Steps safe to visit, especially at night?

The Selarón Steps (Escadaria Selarón) are considered safe to visit. They are in Santa Teresa, one of Rio's safer neighborhoods, and are always crowded during the day. Though many travelers report feeling safe at night, Rio has a high crime rate that requires caution at all times.

Q: What other nearby attractions should you visit after seeing the Selarón Steps?

After seeing the Selarón Steps, head to the ultra-futuristic Rio de Janeiro Cathedral (Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião), which is just a 12-minute walk from the steps. The early 20th-century Municipal Theater of Rio de Janeiro, with its distinctly Parisian architecture, is also only 15 minutes away on foot.

Q: What is the best time of day to visit the Selarón Steps for photos?

As one of Rio's top attractions, the Selarón Steps are nearly always crowded unless you visit in the early morning, around 7am. Just after sunrise provides the best lighting and fewest crowds, though it's likely you'll still have to wait in line to snap crowd-free photographs of the colorful attraction.

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Christ the Redeemer by Van and Selarón Steps

Tick off several of Rio de Janeiro’s top sights—including the Selaron Steps, Christ the Redeemer Statue, and Tijuca National Park—in just a few hours on a tour that offers a stress-free introduction for travelers short on time. In order to avoid the hassle of public transport, you’ll travel around Brazil’s cultural capital in an air-conditioned vehicle and benefit from the insider knowledge of your guide.

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Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included

Save yourself hours of planning on a tour of Rio de Janeiro that includes admission tickets, transportation, and hotel pickup for the ultimate experience of the "Marvelous City." Rather than navigating public transport in an unfamiliar city, travel around the city in air-conditioned comfort and benefit from the insider knowledge of your guide. Choose from two options: a shorter tour with just Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain, or a longer tour that also includes other Rio highlights such as the Selaron Steps and Cathedral, plus a buffet lunch.

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Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included

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Santa Teresa Tram Tour, Selarón Steps, Lapa & Cinelândia

The bohemian Santa Teresa and the nightlife hub of Lapa are two of Rio de Janeiro’s most atmospheric neighborhoods. With this walking tour, explore some of the city’s most photo-worthy spots, including the Ruins Park (closed Tuesdays), the vibrant Selarón Steps, and Cinelândia. Take in the views as you ride the local tram, stroll through the Passeio Público, and visit the legendary Confeitaria Colombo café.

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Half-Day Tour: Christ the Redeemer, Selarón & Sunset at Sugarloaf

You haven’t experienced Rio until you’ve taken in a Brazilian sunset. Save time as an experienced guide and driver navigates you through the busy streets during this afternoon tour to popular attractions like Christ the Redeemer, Metropolitan Cathedral, and Selarón Stairs. Wrap up a wonderful day of exploration atop Sugar Loaf Mountain as you watch the sun set over iconic Copacabana Beach.

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Full Day in Rio: Christ, Sugarloaf, Selarón & Barbecue Lunch

Get an overview of Rio's most important sights during this comprehensive day tour. With your guide, tick off Christ the Redeemer statue, the Selarón Steps, Maracanã Stadium, and the Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian. If you upgrade to the premium option, you can even take the cable car to the top of Sugarloaf Mountain, plus stop for lunch in one of the city's best steakhouses. Round-trip, air-conditioned transportation from Rio hotels is included.

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The Lapa district of Rio de Janeiro is renowned for its buzzing nightlife and live music scene. With this evening pub crawl, discover the neighborhood at its most atmospheric as you visit popular local pubs and bars, sip a free shot of cachaça, and listen to live samba or forró music. Accompanied by your guide and group of party-seeking travelers, enjoy a fun night out with VIP admission and special offers on drinks.

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More than a Pub Crawl: An Authentic Night Experience in Rio

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Full Day in Rio: Christ by Train, Sugarloaf, Selarón & Barbecue

Discover the best of Rio de Janeiro on this full-day guided tour with lunch. Take the Corcovado train up to the Christ the Redeemer statue, take a cable car ride up to the Sugarloaf Mountain, see the famed Maracana soccer stadium, capture beautiful photos in front of the colorful Selaron Steps, and much more. This tour is also inclusive of a delicious barbecue buffet lunch at a local steakhouse.

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Check off most of Rio de Janeiro's top landmarks and highlights on a single full-day tour that saves you hours of planning logistics. Beat the Marvelous City's heat as you travel between the Sambadromo, the Christ the Redeemer Statue, and the Tijuca Rainforest in an air-conditioned vehicle to help you stay cool and collected. A buffet lunch, round-trip transfers, and admission tickets to Christ the Redeemer are all included for ease.

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With a full day to spend in Rio de Janeiro, you can visit major locations during a comprehensive sightseeing tour. Let a guide take you to the Christ the Redeemer statue, Sugar Loaf Mountain, Escadaria Selaron (Selaron Steps), the Sambódromo where Rio’s Carnival takes place, Maracanã stadium, the Metropolitan Cathedral and more. With minivan capacity capped at 20, you’ll find it easy to follow your guide. Buffet lunch and entrance fees are included.

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Rio Shore Excursion: Christ Redeemer, Sugarloaf and Selarón Steps 6-Hour Tour

Make the most of a stopover in Rio de Janeiro with a sightseeing shore excursion from Cruise Terminal Pier Mauá. A great way to squeeze in visits to some of Rio’s best sights, you’ll first head out to see the towering Christ the Redeemer Statue—one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. You’ll then explore the historic hub of Santa Teresa before ending with a cable car ride up to Sugarloaf Mountain.

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Visit two of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular and iconic landmarks—and explore other city highlights as you go—on this full-day, all-inclusive sightseeing tour. In the morning, head to Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado Mountain; included train fare makes getting there easy. Next, soak up the views from Sugarloaf Mountain, with cable-car transit included. You’ll also visit the Metropolitan Cathedral and Selarón Steps, glimpse the Sambadrome, and admire Maracanã Stadium.

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Packed with world-famous landmarks, Rio de Janeiro can feel intimidating to visitors. Avoid overwhelm with a tour that lets you check off the city's top sights in one seamless day. Travel by van through lush Tijuca National Park to reach Christ the Redeemer, admire city views, snap photos at the colorful Selarón Steps, visit the Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian, and ride the cable car to Sugarloaf Mountain.

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You'll experience Rio's historic centre and revitalised old port district by electric pedicab, a fun, safe and sustainable way to breathe in centuries of the city's stories and appreciate its beauty. We'll meet in front of the Municipal Theatre, and from there embark on a tour of some of the most popular sites of Lapa, the city centre and port. Along the way you'll be able to stop at the attractions, hear about the significance of the site, and take photos. Our itinerary is highly Instagramable! Our modern pedicabs visit many places that are inaccessible to cars, and cover three times more ground than is possible on a walking tour. They are also a joyful means of transport, and unlike a car they allow you to soak in the atmosphere of the city. As much as possible we are flexible with the itinerary, and will try to substitute sites if guests have already visited any. At the end we will be glad to drop you at any of the museums, cultural sites or restaurants we pass on the tour.

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Small-Group Panoramic Bike Tour in Rio de Janeiro

Experience the vibrant culture and coastal charisma of Rio de Janeiro on an exciting 4-hour bike tour of the beguiling Brazilian city. Follow a knowledgeable guide on an explorative route past landmarks like Copacabana Beach, São João Batista and the colored Steps of Selaron. Gaze at the iconic Christ the Redeemer statue on his cliff-top perch and explore Rio’s famous celebrity cemetery. Stop regularly to capture photographs and listen to illuminating commentary from your expert guide.

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Walking tour of the bohemian neighborhoods of Santa Teresa and Lapa

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✨ Discover Rio de Janeiro in one day! ✨ Prepare for an unforgettable experience in the “Wonderful City”! This is the most complete and desirable tour of Rio, perfect for those who want to make the most of every moment with comfort, practicality and zero worries. In the itinerary, you will meet the most iconic points of the city: The majestic Christ the Redeemer, on top of the Corcovado The charming Sugar Bread with breathtaking views The vibrant staircase Selarón The imposing Sambodrome The impressive Metropolitan Cathedral And a stop for photos at the legendary Maracanã ️ To complete, a typical Brazilian lunch in a selected restaurant, where you will taste the authentic flavors of Brazil. Everything is designed so you can just relax: return transport, specialized Guide and tickets to the Corcovado and the Sugar Bread already included. It is no surprise that this is the most sought after and recommended tour by visitors from all over the world.

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What are people saying about Selarón Steps (Escadaria Selarón)

Christ Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Selarón Steps 6-Hour Tour

Kristel_S, Feb 2026

Sugarloaf and Christ The Redeemer

The guide was great. A clean air conditioned van. My only complaint was that we did not visit all the stops advertised.

Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included

Kathy_V, Jan 2026

Awesome Day!

Was a well organized day. Igor our tour guide was very personable and friendly. Van was comfortable, clean, and driver was pretty great getting us around the city!

Half-Day Tour: Christ the Redeemer, Selarón & Sunset at Sugarloaf

Jeannie_A, Jul 2026

Great way to see important Rio sights

Great excursion to see some of the well-known sights around Rio. Our guide gave very good explanations of the sights; the driver drove very safely. It was a long day on a van but we met many great people along the way.

Full Day in Rio: Christ, Sugarloaf, Selarón & Barbecue Lunch

Jean_S, Jul 2026

Jean S

Excellent. The guide named Matheus is very knowledgeable, patient, expressive and bilingual. He likes his job.

Private tour: Christ the Redeemer, Maracanã,Sugarloaf, Old Downtown and Selaron

Monique_B, Jul 2026

Fantastic day!

We had Ederson as our guide, and he was fantastic. Not only did he take us to all of the tourist attractions, we could tell that he really had our best interests in mind. He took the most incredible photos, was very knowledgeable, and gave great recommendations. He’s clearly an expert on everything Rio de Janeiro!

Full Day in Rio: Christ by Train, Sugarloaf, Selarón & Barbecue

William_D, Jul 2026

All Day Fun!

This full day tour takes you on a ride to Rio's most prominent icons recognized around the world. Our guide (Publio) is a man who has traveled the world and able to communicate with everyone. He managed to keep the diverse group interested and maintain a timely schedule. We hit the attractions at just the right time, and the Brazilian lunch was amazing! Get ready for a FULL day of fun that will make for a good night's sleep in the end!

Full Day in Rio: Christ by Train, Sugarloaf, Selarón & Barbecue

Luis_S, Jun 2026

Poor weather

Our guide Enrique was very knowledgeable and helpful. Our only negative was that the weather didn’t cooperate on the Sugarloaf mountain tram ride. The rain came in the afternoon. Perhaps having this and Christ the Redeemer trips be scheduled in the morning before afternoon clouds accumulate would be helpful .