What’s the best way to experience Selarón Steps (Escadaria Selarón)?

There are plenty of ways to experience Selarón Steps (Escadaria Selarón). Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:<ul><li><a href="/tours/Rio-de-Janeiro/One-Day-In-Rio-de-Janeiro-City-Sightseeing-Tour/d712-21715P2" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Full Day: Christ Redeemer, Sugarloaf, City Tour & Barbecue Lunch</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Rio-de-Janeiro/City-Day-Tour-in-Rio-de-Janeiro-8-hours/d712-69470P1" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">City Tour no Rio All Inclusive - Cristo, Pão de Açúcar com Almoço</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Rio-de-Janeiro/8-hour-Full-Day-Complete-Tour-of-Rio-de-Janeiro-Shared-Group/d712-72313P43" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Rio-de-Janeiro/Full-Day-Complete-Tour-of-Rio-de-Janeiro/d712-21513P3" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">The Best of Rio in a Full Day Tour - Corcovado, Sugar Loaf, Selaron and more</a></li><li><a href="/tours/Rio-de-Janeiro/One-Day-in-Rio/d712-158811P1" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">A Day in Rio - Full City Tour</a></li></ul>

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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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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Christ the Redeemer, Selaron Steps and Santa Teresa Half-day Tour

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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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Christ the Redeemer by Van and Selarón Steps

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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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Santa Teresa Tram Tour, Selarón Steps, Lapa & Cinelândia

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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Explore the best of Rio de Janeiro's Historical Center, the city's oldest neighborhood—and discover sights and stories you'd otherwise miss—on this guided walking tour. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, and meet your guide and group in the neighborhood. Then, set off to discover a wide range of highlights, from the Selaron Steps and the Metropolitan Cathedral to the Municipal Theater and much more.

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Rio de Janeiro Historical Center Walking Tour

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Walking tour in Rio de Janeiro Historical Center.

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

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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Save hours trying to navigate between Rio de Janeiro's top sights with an express tour that seamlessly transports you from spot to spot—a welcome break from the city's heat and humidity. In just a few hours, check off top attractions, such as Christ the Redeemer, the Selaron Steps, Arcos da Lapa, and the Maracana Stadium—all while a guide fills you in on the area's history and culture.

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Christ the Redeemer, Selaron, Cathedral, Maracana, Sambadrome Half-Day Tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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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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Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf: Rio City Tour with Lunch

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

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

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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

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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Enjoy a flexible, fully customized way to experience Rio de Janeiro—and opt to visit the sights that interest you most—on this private, full-day sightseeing tour. Traveling aboard a private vehicle makes getting around seamless. Choose to stop at major landmarks including Christ the Redeemer, Sugar Loaf Mountain, and the Selaron Steps (admission tickets own expense). You can also explore the historic city center, visit Tijuca Forest, or discover bohemian Santa Teresa.

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Private Custom Full-Day Highlights in Rio: Only the Best Sights!

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

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Cristo Redentor + City Tour: Transfers, Local Guide and Tickets.

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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A Day in Rio Tour - City Tour with Tickets and Lunch Included

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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Rio Sunset Tour: Sugarloaf, Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Steps

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Best of Rio in One Day: Christ Redeemer, Sugarloaf & Local Lunch

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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Best of Rio in One Day: Christ Redeemer, Sugarloaf & Local Lunch

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

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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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A Day in Rio - City Tour

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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The most classic ride of all! With outings every day, rain or shine, and last approximately 8 hours, you will be able to know the most iconic attractions of Rio de Janeiro: Cristo Redentor, Sugar Loaf, Selarón Staircase, Metropolitan Cathedral, Maracanã (panoramic), Sambódromo and much more between one point and another. Included: transportation, guide, tickets of the Sugar Loaf and the Christ and lunch with barbecue.

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One Day Tour in Rio de Janeiro: All Inclusive

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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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Pedicab Tour of the Historical City Centre in Rio De Janeiro

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Tour Rio de Janeiro your way, with a private car and driver, during this fully customizable tour. Choose the landmarks and attractions that you want to visit, such as Christ the Redeemer atop Corcovado, Sugar Loaf Mountain, the Selarón Steps, the Metropolitan Cathedral and the city's famous beaches. Learn about the food, language, culture and history of the city and its inhabitants from your informative local guide while you explore. Round trip transportation in a comfortable, air-conditioned private vehicle is included.

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Private Rio Tour: Christ the Redeemer & Sugar Loaf Essentials

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

Combine three of Rio’s top attractions on this flexible-length visit to the famous Christ the Redeemer statue and the Selaron Steps, plus an optional trip to Sugarloaf Mountain. Enjoy the panoramic city views from the platform of Rio’s most iconic statue, then pass through historic Santa Teresa to visit the ceramic-clad Selaron Steps. Finish with an optional cable car ride up Sugarloaf.

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

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Electric Bike Tour Rio Histórico & Praias

Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Rio de Janeiro, without becoming fatigued, on this sightseeing small-group electric bike tour. Ride through the city’s historic center and past famous beaches like Copacabana and Ipanema. Stop to admire architecture, street art, stunning landscapes, and key landmarks such as Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer, Marina da Glória, and the Copacabana Palace Spa.

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Electric Bike Tour Rio Histórico & Praias

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

AQUINA_I, Aug 2026

Julia, our tour guide was...

Julia, our tour guide was amazing. She was very personable and knowledgeable. I rate her service 5 stars. The restaurant was a huge disappointment: minimal vegan options (salad, fried everything else, no tofu/chickpeas), the available options were inedible, the bathroom was unsanitary and lacked soap, and the overall environment was crowded, noisy, and unclean.

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

Kashyap_P, Sep 2026

Alessandro our guide was...

Alessandro our guide was awesome, the tour itself showing beautiful Rio, the pickup and drop off and the prompt WhatsApp communication before the tour was very helpful.

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

Sarojini_c, Sep 2026

We had a group of 18. We...

We had a group of 18. We stuck to the time schedule so we could see all points in plenty of time. The weather was bit overcast so by the time we got to Cristo Redeemer it rained and the view was just a silhouette which was disappointing. Maybe they could have rearranged the order of viewings like Cristo before the Seleron. Maracana stadium. Julia was a fantastic guide took good care of the group. Spoke good English n gave us lots of local information.

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

Lesley_S, Sep 2026

One day out in Rio

Good day out seeing highlights of Rio. Go hungry, there is a lot of lunch. Flavoo was a very competent guide

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

Heinz_H, Sep 2026

Excellent

Excellent tour, I would definitely recommend doing it. Very nice visit to all three sites with ample time to spend at each, particularly Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf. Our tour guide Jonas was great! He gave a nice history of Rio while also giving us information on the sites we were visiting. My wife and I both feel the tour was well worth our time!

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

Gabriela_G, Sep 2026

It was well organized and...

It was well organized and efficient. Guide did a good job translating and making sure we were safe. It was always clear where we were going and how it was going to be. It was stress free and comfortable! You'll definitely feel like you left knowing Rio a little bit better.