All 8 options, side by side
✓ 2026-10-16| Option | Price | Length | Rating | Cancellation | Extra fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Rio: Santa Teresa Tram, Selarón Steps & Lapa Half-Day TourOur pick | US$ 75 per person | 4h | 4.55★ · 304 | free | — |
 Rio de Janeiro: Historic Center & Santa Teresa with Hotel PickupBest value | US$ 55 per person | 4h | 4.50★ · 195 | free | — |
 Rio de Janeiro Landmarks Tour: Christ the Redeemer & Santa TeresaTop rated | US$ 73 per person | 7h | 4.78★ · 168 | free | — |
 Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Steps & Santa Teresa Tour | US$ 61 per person | 3h | 4.58★ · 296 | free | — |
 Walking tour Santa Teresa & Lapa: Yellow tram, Selarón Steps | US$ 69 per person | 3h 30m | 5.00★ · 64 | non-refundable | — |
 Rio Centro Historico, Santa Teresa & Lapa Walking Tour | US$ 132 per person | 7h–8h | 5.00★ · 48 | non-refundable | — |
 Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Steps & Santa Teresa | US$ 85 per person | 4h | 4.39★ · 38 | free | — |
 Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer & Santa Teresa Private Tour | US$ 140 per person | 2h–4h | 5.00★ · 28 | free | — |
Santa Teresa Tours 8 options
Rio de Janeiro: Historic Center & Santa Teresa with Hotel PickupFull-day tour of Rio's colonial heart: Mosteiro de São Bento, Praça XV, Arcos da Lapa, and Santa Teresa's tram. Includes hotel pickup and air-conditioned transport. 9 hours.★ 4.50 (195)4h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 55per person
Rio: Santa Teresa Tram, Selarón Steps & Lapa Half-Day TourHalf-day Rio tour with historic tram ride over Arcos da Lapa, Selarón Steps, Santa Teresa, Ruins Park and Confeitaria Colombo. Hotel pickup and expert guide included.★ 4.55 (304)4h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 75per person
Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Steps & Santa Teresa TourFeel the pulse of Rio on a guided tour to Christ the Redeemer, stroll Santa Teresa’s cobbled lanes, and see the Selarón Steps. Includes pickup and entry tickets.★ 4.58 (296)3h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 61per person
Rio de Janeiro Landmarks Tour: Christ the Redeemer & Santa TeresaSeven-hour tour of Rio hitting Christ the Redeemer, Santa Teresa, Selarón Steps and the Cathedral: hotel pickup included, guide speaks English.★ 4.78 (168)7h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 73per person
Walking tour Santa Teresa & Lapa: Yellow tram, Selarón StepsWalk Santa Teresa and Lapa in Rio de Janeiro with a certified guide, ride the yellow tram, visit the Selarón Steps and historic arches.★ 5.00 (64)3h 30m✓ Instant confirmationfromUS$ 69per person
Rio Centro Historico, Santa Teresa & Lapa Walking TourWalk through Rio's Centro, Santa Teresa, and Lapa with a local guide, riding the yellow tram and climbing the Selarón Steps before enjoying a caipirinha.★ 5.00 (48)7h–8h✓ Instant confirmationfromUS$ 132per person
Rio: Christ the Redeemer, Selarón Steps & Santa TeresaHalf-day Rio tour with Christ the Redeemer statue, Selarón Steps, and Santa Teresa. Hotel pickup included, 40-50 minutes at summit, professional guide.★ 4.39 (38)4h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 85per person
Rio de Janeiro: Christ the Redeemer & Santa Teresa Private TourPrivate Rio tour with Christ the Redeemer entry, Dona Marta views, Santa Teresa and Selarón Steps. Bilingual guide, no queues, small groups. Half-day experience.★ 5.00 (28)2h–4h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 140per person
Santa Teresa Tours at a glance
- Our pick: Rio: Santa Teresa Tram, Selarón Steps & Lapa Half-Day Tour, US$ 75 (4h, 4.55★ · 304).
- Best value: Rio de Janeiro: Historic Center & Santa Teresa with Hotel Pickup, US$ 55 (4h, 4.50★ · 195).
- Top rated: Rio de Janeiro Landmarks Tour: Christ the Redeemer & Santa Teresa, US$ 73 (7h, 4.78★ · 168).
Real price per person across the 8 options: US$ 55–US$ 140 (median US$ 73). With 100+ reviews: 4 of 8.
Of the 8 options: 6 with free cancellation, 8 with instant confirmation, 8 with hotel pickup, 8 kid-friendly, 1 private and 4 last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Price per person.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 6 of the 8 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last between 2 and 5 hours. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Rio: Santa Teresa Tram, Selarón Steps & Lapa Half-Day Tour is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.55 out of 5 across 304 reviews.
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