Christ the Redeemer
Walking tour in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
24
minutes
New tour
8
stops
Rio's open-armed Christ, from the forest you ride up through to the chapel at his feet: the princess who gave him his name, the Paris sculptor who never saw him, and the names hidden under his stone skin.
What you'll hear
What this tour offers
- Self-guided walking tour
- 8 stops, with directions between each
- 24 minutes of narration
- Keeps playing with your phone locked
- Yours to keep, replay anytime
- Earns your Rio de Janeiro passport stamp
Where you'll be
Parque Nacional da Tijuca, Alto da Boa Vista, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, Brazil
Things to know
Pick a clear day
Cloud often hides the view from the summit. Check the weather and go early if you can.
Steps at the top
Up to 220 stone steps from the station to the statue; lifts cover part of the way.
A sanctuary
No swimwear or bare chests on the platform. The chapel asks for silence and no phones.
Entry ticket
Book entry to the site separately. The tour doesn’t include one.
Listening
Best with headphones. Download it in the app to listen offline.
Questions
How long is the Christ the Redeemer audio tour?
About 24 min of listening across 8 stops, at your own pace. You can pause and resume at any time.
How much does it cost?
The tour costs $7.99 USD. Your first tour in the app is free.
Do I need to book in advance?
No booking needed. Download the Trevlo app, purchase the tour, and start listening whenever you arrive. Download it in the app first if you'll be without data.
What language is the tour in?
The tour is narrated in English.