How much does it cost to visit Cristo Redentor?

Price: R$ 46 (high season) and R$ 31 (low season), R$ 16 for kids between 5 and 11 years | free for kids till 5 years old and R$ 8 for the old and seniors. Boarding time: Daily, from 8 am to 6 pm. Attention! Visit the official website to check schedule/operation!

How many people visit the Cristo Redentor?

2 million people
The monument rests atop Corcovado Mountain in Tijuca National Park and is the most famous attraction in Rio de Janeiro, visited by nearly 2 million people each year. Recent travelers recommend visiting on a day with clear skies since the vantage point is the best in the city.

Can you climb Cristo Redentor?

There are three main options to get up to Cristo Redentor: funicular, minibus, or walking. It very well may be than on most days, given the crowds, the easiest way to get up there is to walk! There is no cost to hike Corcovado up to Christ the Redeemer. The hike is on a well worn trail – you cannot get lost.

Who built Cristo Redentor?

Paul Landowski
Heitor da Silva CostaAlbert CaquotGheorghe Leonida
Christ the Redeemer/Artists

Can you walk up Corcovado?

There is no cost to hike Corcovado up to Christ the Redeemer. The hike is on a well worn trail – you cannot get lost. It takes between an hour and an hour and a half for a person with decent conditioning to get up.

Why is Rio de Janeiro important?

Rio is important for its art and culture scene. It is also important as a transport hub, with its international airport and docks, which enable trade. Rio is important at the national (countrywide) level because many of Brazil’s most prominent companies have their headquarters located there.

What direction is Corcovado?

Situation and orientation The statue of Christ the Redeemer of Rio is oriented towards the East. It is not insignificant as a choice, it is the orientation facing the rising sun that has been privileged.

Is Rio safe to travel?

When it comes to safety in Rio de Janeiro, things are a bit mixed. The good news is that rates of violent crime are dropping in Brazil. Rio is a big city with a lot of tourists, which means two things: one, many crimes are crimes of opportunity. Two, you should approach Rio like you would any big city—stay vigilant!