Sugarloaf Mountain (Pao de Açúcar) Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to visit Sugarloaf Mountain (Pao de Acucar) in 2024?

The cable car at Sugarloaf Mountain costs 110 Brazilian real for adults and 80 Brazilian real for children. Some tours to the hill include cable car and Christ the Redeemer tickets (or have an optional add-on), as well as round-trip hotel transfers and guide fees. Tours start at around US$68 per person.

Q: What is Sugarloaf Mountain (Pão de Açúcar)?

Sugarloaf Mountain (Pão de Açúcar) is a distinctively shaped mountain in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Poised overlooking the entrance of Guanabara Bay, the 1,299-foot (396-meter) mountain is both one of Rio’s most recognizable landmarks and—for those who ascend to the top—one of the best viewpoints overlooking the coastal city.

Q: How do I get to Sugarloaf Mountain?

Sugarloaf Mountain is located in the well-heeled neighborhood of Urca. A number of bus lines serve the area, although taxis and rideshare services are the easiest way to reach the landmark. Once you get to the mountain, a series of two separate cable cars will take you up to its summit.

Q: What is the best time to visit Sugarloaf Mountain?

Sunset is the most popular time to visit Sugarloaf Mountain—when you can admire the lights of the city below—however, it’s generally also the most crowded. Aim to visit early on a weekday for a calmer experience, and be sure to choose a time with clear conditions for the best views.

Q: What can I see and do at Sugarloaf Mountain?

Sugarloaf Mountain is primarily a place to soak in the panoramic views overlooking Rio de Janeiro. However, there are souvenir shops to browse, and the summit also has some forested walking trails (see if you can spot the resident monkeys). For a particularly adventurous experience, you can even hike up the mountain.

Q: Are there any restaurants or cafes at Sugarloaf Mountain?

Yes, there are several restaurants and cafés at Sugarloaf Mountain, as well as gift shops. Options include a sit-down restaurant, serving burgers, salads and more, as well as caipirinhas cocktails. There are also cafés for those who’d prefer a coffee or soft drink.

Q: Is Sugarloaf Mountain accessible for people with disabilities?

Yes, Sugarloaf Mountain is fully accessible to disabled visitors and those with limited mobility. Wheelchair ramps and elevators are located throughout the site and offer access to the top viewpoints. Visitors are also welcome to bring wheelchairs, electric scooters, and other mobility devices, including canes and walkers.

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Skip-the-Line: Sugarloaf Mountain Cable Car Ticket

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Skip-the-Line: Sugarloaf Mountain Cable Car Ticket

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With your ticket at Morro da Urca, you visit and have access to the Praça dos Bondes - which displays the two previous generations of the Sugar Loaf Cable Car and the life-size bronze sculptures of those responsible for the creation and implementation of each one - Augusto Ferreira Ramos and Christopher Leite de Castro and; Cocuruto - a place that tells the story of the Sugar Loaf Cable Car, inaugurated over 100 years ago, with exhibitions of images, projections, machinery and objects that marked the trajectory of the 1st Brazilian cable car and the oldest in operation in the world. At some times of the year, the space hosts temporary exhibitions. The park has preferential access, lift platform, adapted toilets and ramps, making tourism accessible for wheelchair users and people with reduced mobility.

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Sugarloaf Cable Car Ticket

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from $41

Explore Rio and visit Sugar Loaf Mountain during this 4-hour morning tour. Visit some of the city's most important landmarks, including the Metropolitan Cathedral and Copacabana Beach. Then, board a glassed-in cable car bound for Sugar Loaf's peak, stopping once at a scenic viewpoint. Upon reaching the top of Sugar Loaf at 1,299 feet (396 meters) above sea level, admire the views of Niteroi, Copacabana, and Santa Cruz Fortress. Round-trip transportation from selected Rio hotels is included.

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Sugar Loaf Mountain Half-Day Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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The Best Half Day in Rio with Christ Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Hill

Summit both Corcovado and Sugar Loaf mountains on this half-day tour in Rio de Janeiro. After bright and early pickup from your Rio hotel, travel through the Tijuca National Forest to get up close with the Christ the Redeemer statue without throngs of people around. After learning about its history from your local guide, move on to Sugar Loaf Mountain for spectacular views of the sprawling city.

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The Best Half Day in Rio with Christ Redeemer and Sugar Loaf Hill

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

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

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Two of Rio's Best: Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf Mountain Half-Day Tour

Sugarloaf Mountain (Pao de Acucar) and Christ the Redeemer are two of Rio de Janeiro's top sights, but traveling between the two can feel complicated. Save yourself the hassle with this convenient combination tour that seamlessly transports you from location to location. Enjoy a scenic cable car ride to the summit of Sugarloaf for panoramic views, then continue in a minivan along the scenic Paineiras route to Christ the Redeemer.

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Two of Rio's Best: Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf Mountain Half-Day Tour

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Sugar Bread : includes Transfer, Tour Guide AND Tickets

It is no wonder that Pão de Açúcar is one of the most sought after tourist spots in the city of Rio de Janeiro. Very well located, in the neighborhood of Urca, the set of hills Pão de Açúcar and Morro da Urca is one of the most beautiful natural landscapes with a vast tropical flora and fauna. The thrill of the trip to the Sugarloaf Mountain begins well before reaching the top of the hill, 396 meters above sea level. The adventure begins with the cable car ride, a glazed cable car that presents details and unique angles of the perfect carioca geography. The first stop is at Morro da Urca, 220 meters above sea level. From there, you can see the Guanabara Bay and the Botafogo Bay. In the second and last stop, the panoramic view presents, in addition to the bay, a large part of the edge of the South Zone and Niterói. In addition to the visit to Pão de Açúcar, we will also take you on a panoramic tour of some of the most charming beaches in Rio de Janeiro.

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Sugar Bread : includes Transfer, Tour Guide AND Tickets

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Rio Express: Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain

Make the most of your time in Rio with a half-day guided tour to two of the city’s best landmarks—Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain. A great way to squeeze in trips to these cultural hotspots without having to worry about organizing transportation, this group tour includes hotel pickup, transport, and a guide who will take care of all the logistics so you can focus on having a good time.

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Rio Express: Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain

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

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Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf: Rio City Tour with Lunch

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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A Day in Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Selaron with Lunch

We have the best city tour in town! Professional and super competent guides! With one of the most breathtaking landscapes on the planet, the city of Rio de Janeiro is fully deserving of the title of “Marvelous City”. With a unique geography, the city is surrounded by natural beauties that enchant everyone who knows it. Enjoy a full-day tour of Rio de Janeiro visiting all the must-see attractions in a single day. The statue of Christ the Redeemer on top of Corcovado Mountain, Sugarloaf Mountain, Escadaria Selarón, Maracanã Stadium, Sambadrome and Metropolitan Cathedral. The tour includes lunch at an all-you-can-eat steakhouse. The city manages to integrate in perfect harmony its Tijuca forest with its beautiful beaches and lagoons. Its welcoming and happy people provide an even more pleasant experience and make Rio one of the most sought after destinations in the world.

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A Day in Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Selaron with Lunch

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

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

Save yourself hours of planning on a full-day tour of Rio de Janeiro that includes lunch, admission tickets, transportation, and hotel pickup for the ultimate experience of the Eternal City. Rather than navigating public transport in an unfamiliar city, you’ll travel around the city in air-conditioned comfort and benefit from the insider knowledge of your guide. Plus, you’ll tick off top attractions such as Christ the Redeemer Statue, Sugarloaf Mountain and more.

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

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Rio in 1 Day: Christ, Sugarloaf Moutain & Lunch Included

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 in 1 Day: Christ, Sugarloaf Moutain & Lunch Included

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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

6 hoursFree Cancellation

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One Day Tour in Rio de Janeiro: All Inclusive

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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Climb to the Top of Sugarloaf Mountain

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Brunch & Sunset Cruise with Capirinha in Rio

The tour begins in the middle of the afternoon at Pier A of Marina da Glória. You will navigate through several historical and important points of the bay of Guanabara, because of this we passed near the Fort São João, Fort Lage, Santa Cruz, the island of good travel in Niterói, MAC, Santos Dumont airport and Urca. There will be an amazing stop near the beach of Adam and Eve, perfect for taking photos and anyone interested in swimming! Afterwards, we will pass through the Museum of Contemporary Art and return with the amazing view of the sunset on the horizon. There are stunning views of the Sugar Bread and the Redeemer Christ throughout the tour as they are central to the coastal landscape of Rio de Janeiro. The tour ends after the beautiful view of the sunset to enjoy the wonderful city. Comments : We recommend bringing your camera, sunscreen, diving clothes, jacket and slippers. The tour depends on favorable climatic conditions.

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Brunch & Sunset Cruise with Capirinha in Rio

3 hoursFree Cancellation

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

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

8 hoursFree Cancellation

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Private Rio Tour: Christ the Redeemer & Sugar Loaf Essentials

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

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $230

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We selected the main tourist spots in Rio de Janeiro to be visited in a unique and dynamic itinerary, with comfort and safety. In addition, we offer the accompaniment of a local guide that maximizes the experience of our tourists telling the curiosities and historical facts of the city. We work with the best tourism professionals and excellent suppliers, so that we can provide an exclusive experience to our customers.

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A Day in Rio - City Tour

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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Get an overview of Rio's most important sights during this full-day tour. Travel through the Tijuca Forest to see the Christ the Redeemer statue. Take the cable car from Urca up to the top of Sugar Loaf Mountain, before visiting downtown highlgihts such as Maracanã (outside only), the Sambadrome area, the Metropolitan Cathedral, the Sao Bento Monastery and Selarón Stairs. Round-trip transport from selected hotels in Rio is included, and you can opt to include admission tickets and lunch.

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Rio’s Best_Corcovado, Sugar Loaf, Selaron, Cathedral and more

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

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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.

Skip-the-Line: Sugarloaf Mountain Cable Car Ticket

Denise_M, Mar 2026

Excellent choice

Make sure to print the voucher, process was easy and saved us hours in line, worth every penny. I went between this and the official website but this was easier

Skip-the-Line: Sugarloaf Mountain Cable Car Ticket

Javahnda_K, Mar 2026

Great way to see all of...

Great way to see all of Rio and the breathtaking views. The last pass line was very efficient and worth the cost overall.

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

James_B, Mar 2026

I had a really great...

I had a really great experience. The team did their best to ensure we were picked up for a hotel and I really appreciate that. The guide was accommodating, kind and very informative. Our experience was great!