Save places from Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and more
Christ the Redeemer
Attraction
4.8 (113651 reviews)
Giant, 30-m-tall mountaintop statue of Jesus Christ, accessed by train & offering city views.
Parque Nacional da Tijuca - Alto da Boa Vista, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22261, Brazil
Did You Know?
Weighty Wonder
Christ the Redeemer weighs a massive 635 tons, making it a truly impressive feat of engineering.
Reaching for the Sky
Standing tall at 98 feet, Christ the Redeemer's outstretched arms seem to embrace the city of Rio de Janeiro.
Mountaintop Majesty
Perched atop Corcovado Mountain at an elevation of 2,300 feet, Christ the Redeemer offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
Weathering the Storm
Christ the Redeemer has been struck by lightning multiple times, but its lightning rods protect it from serious damage.
Highlights from Reviews
• stunning views
The panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro, including Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana, are breathtaking.
• iconic landmark
The statue is an iconic symbol and a magnificent work of art.
• scenic journey
The journey up the mountain, especially by tram, offers scenic views.
• spiritual atmosphere
Many visitors describe a peaceful and spiritual atmosphere at the site.
Featured in
Brazil's Dream Destinations: Beaches, Dunes, and Waterfalls
Sugarloaf Mountain, Rio de Janeiro, Arraial do Cabo
Guide to Rio De Janeiro Tourist Attraction Admission Prices
Escadaria Selarón, Maracanã, Botanical Garden of Rio de Janeiro
Rio's Christ the Redeemer: Ticket & Access Guide
Copacabana, Paineiras Corcovado (Cristo Redentor), Largo do Machado
Rio de Janeiro: Beaches, Views, and Delicious Bites
Sugarloaf Mountain, Copacabana Beach, Ipanema Beach
Rio De Janeiro's Top 23 Attractions Over Five Days
Sugarloaf Mountain, Ipanema Beach, Escadaria Selarón
Rio's Christ the Redeemer And Forest Train Ride
Tijuca National Park, Trem do Corcovado, Estação Cosme Velho
Rio De Janeiro Itinerary: Iconic Sights and Local Flavors
Sugarloaf Mountain, Copacabana Beach, Ipanema Beach
Free Rio Attractions Near Catete Metro Station
Sugarloaf Mountain, Museu da República (Palácio do Catete), Museu de Folclore Edison Carneiro
Rio de Janeiro's Top Tourist Spots and Free Attractions
Sugarloaf Mountain, Jardim Botânico, Escadaria Selarón
Explore Iconic Rio de Janeiro Attractions and Eateries
Sugarloaf Mountain, Copacabana Beach, Ipanema Beach
Seventeen Brazilian Destinations for Nature and Adventure
Sugarloaf Mountain, Rio de Janeiro, Arraial do Cabo