Ride the historic Corcovado cog train up through Tijuca rainforest to the outstretched arms of the statue, 2,300 feet above Rio de Janeiro. Compare and book your Christ the Redeemer tickets here with free cancellation and instant confirmation.
Most Popular — 5,026 Reviews, 4.4★ Featured: Christ the Redeemer Entry Ticket by Corcovado Train
The official Christ the Redeemer entry ticket including the scenic Corcovado cog train ride up through Tijuca National Park, the world's largest urban forest. Ride the historic electrified railway right to the foot of the statue and skip the ticket line at the gate.
Pick your date below to see real-time availability for the official Christ the Redeemer entry ticket with the Corcovado train. Reserve now and pay later, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before your visit and an instant mobile voucher.
From the standalone Corcovado train entry ticket to guided half-day tours that add Sugarloaf Mountain and the Selarón Steps, compare every way to reach the summit and book the option that fits your trip.
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from $60 | Tour | Price | Rating | Book | Reviews | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf Half-Day | $130 | 4.6 ★ | Check | 616 | 5 hours | Guided + cable car |
| Explore Rio: Christ, Selarón & Maracanã | $69 | 5.0 ★ | Check | 7 | 5 hours | Guided city tour |
| Christ the Redeemer & Selarón Steps | $60 | 4.4 ★ | Check | 170 | 3 hours | Guided half-day |
| Christ the Redeemer Entry Ticket + Train | $48 | 4.4 ★ | Check | 5,026 | Valid 1 day | Self-guided ticket |
There are three official ways up Corcovado Mountain to the statue: the Corcovado cog train from Cosme Velho, licensed Paineiras vans from the Paineiras visitor hub, or a guided tour that handles transport for you.
The most scenic and popular choice is the cog train, which winds through the Tijuca Forest — the largest urban forest in the world — and drops you a short escalator ride below the summit. Every ticket includes timed entry to the statue platform.
The Corcovado train (a cog railway, sometimes called the tram) runs every 30 minutes and the ride takes about 20 minutes each way. Trains can sell out, so your entry ticket reserves a specific departure time.
Sit on the right-hand side going up for the best views over Rio de Janeiro, Sugarloaf Mountain and Guanabara Bay. At the top, a museum and visitors center explain the statue's history before you reach the summit viewpoint.
A standalone Christ the Redeemer entry ticket with the cog train starts around $48 per person. Guided half-day tours that add Sugarloaf Mountain or the Selarón Steps run from about $60 to $130 because they include a guide, hotel pickup and extra stops.
| Option | From | What's included |
|---|---|---|
| Entry ticket + cog train | $48 | Timed statue entry, round-trip train |
| Christ + Selarón half-day | $60 | Guide, transport, Selarón Steps |
| Christ + Sugarloaf half-day | $130 | Guide, cable car, hotel pickup |
Every official ticket has a timed entry, which is the real skip-the-line advantage — you board your reserved train or van instead of queuing for same-day tickets at the gate, which regularly sell out by midday.
Arrive 15 minutes before your slot, keep your mobile voucher ready to scan, and head up early: the first departures near sunrise have thinner crowds and clearer light for photos at the summit.
Capacity on Corcovado is limited and only official tickets guarantee entry. Booking through a licensed operator gets you the same official entry ticket plus free cancellation and instant confirmation, so you lock in a date before your trip without risking a sold-out gate.
Check the included transport (train or van), the opening hours for your date, and whether hotel pickup is part of a guided tour before you book.
Many visitors pair the statue with Rio's other icons. A guided half-day tour can add the Sugarloaf Mountain cable car for sunset views, or the mosaic Selarón Steps, Lapa Arches and Maracana Stadium on a small-group city loop.
If you only have one morning, the entry ticket alone is enough for the summit; if you have half a day, a combined guided tour is better value than visiting each landmark separately.
Rio sits in the southern hemisphere, so its driest, clearest skies fall in winter (May–September) — the best window for unobstructed views from the summit. This chart shows average daytime high temperatures so you can plan a comfortable visit.
Whatever the month, book an early-morning slot — clouds often build over Corcovado by afternoon.
Three official routes lead to the statue. Here's how the cog train ticket, the Paineiras van and the hiking trail compare on time, scenery and price.
| Route | Travel time | Best for | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corcovado cog train | ~20 min each way | Scenery through Tijuca Forest | $48 |
| Official Paineiras van | ~15 min each way | Flexible departure times | $48 |
| Hiking trail + entry | ~2 hours uphill | Active visitors, budget | Park fee |
Train and van tickets both include the same timed statue entry; hikers still buy a summit entry ticket.
We boarded the train through the rainforest to get to Christ the Redeemer and I highly recommend it. The train runs every 30 minutes, was seamless and gave nice views on the way up. We went on a beautiful day.
Unbelievable views from the top of Christ the Redeemer! This entry and train ticket was a seamless experience, easy to follow and a great option.
Straightforward — show the QR code to be scanned at the entrance and away you go. Stunning views up the hill to Christ the Redeemer. Recommended.
The weather was awful and the entrance staff told us we could postpone. We did, no issues, no questions asked, no problems. That flexibility was perfect.
Every listing is an official Christ the Redeemer entry ticket with guaranteed timed access — no risk of a sold-out gate.
Compare the cog train ticket and guided tours side by side and book with free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
From the standalone entry ticket to half-day tours adding Sugarloaf Mountain or the Selarón Steps, choose what fits your trip.
Our picks come from licensed Rio de Janeiro operators with verified reviews and English-speaking guides.
A standalone entry ticket with the Corcovado cog train starts around $48 per person. Guided half-day tours that add Sugarloaf Mountain or the Selarón Steps run from about $60 to $130 — for example the Christ the Redeemer and Selarón Steps half-day tour. Compare every ticket and price here.
Yes — a timed entry ticket is required, and capacity is limited, so same-day tickets often sell out by midday. Booking ahead guarantees your slot. See available entry tickets and tours.
The official ticket includes round-trip travel on the Corcovado cog train through Tijuca National Park plus timed entry to the statue platform, museum and visitors center. Read the full cog train ticket guide.
Every official ticket has a timed entry, so you board your reserved train or van instead of queuing for same-day tickets at the gate. Guided trips like the Corcovado Express tour with priority access skip the line too. Arrive 15 minutes early with your mobile voucher. Book a timed-entry ticket.
The dry winter months of May to September give the clearest skies and best summit views, and early-morning slots have thinner crowds and softer light. Check our month-by-month guide above.
Yes — the Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf half-day tour pairs the statue with the Sugarloaf Mountain cable car, while other guided trips add the Selarón Steps and downtown landmarks. Compare combined guided tours.
Most tickets and tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before, and clouds over Corcovado can be unpredictable, so flexible booking is worth it. Read why we only list flexible operators.
The cog train departs from Cosme Velho, an easy taxi or rideshare from Copacabana and Zona Sul; guided tours include hotel pickup. Questions about getting there? Contact us.