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Rio Gay Tours: Christ Redeemer and Santa Teresa Artistry Area
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32 Ratings
Rio de Janeiro
Discover Rio’s hidden gems with our exclusive gay-friendly tour. Visit Christ the Redeemer and Santa Teresa’s vibrant art scene. Book now for an unforgettable experience.
Discover Rio’s hidden gems with our exclusive gay-friendly tour. Visit Christ the Redeemer and Santa Teresa’s vibrant art scene. Book now for an unforgettable experience.
Duration:
7 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer - Skip the 1.5-hour queue! Enjoy a guided tour of this iconic artwork perched atop a 710-meter-high mountain. This official experience includes a 20-minute tram ride to the summit, offering breathtaking views and fantastic photo opportunities.
- Santa Teresa - Known for its hipster, artistic, and LGBTQIA+…
- Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer - Skip the 1.5-hour queue! Enjoy a guided tour of this iconic artwork perched atop a 710-meter-high mountain. This official experience includes a 20-minute tram ride to the summit, offering breathtaking views and fantastic photo opportunities.
- Santa Teresa - Known for its hipster, artistic, and LGBTQIA+ atmosphere, Santa Teresa is a must-visit for any traveler. Stroll through the hills for incredible photo opportunities and admire the stunning old mansions and street art. Enjoy drinks or lunch at one of the many inclusive and authentic restaurants and bars.
- Escadaria Selaron - The world-renowned Lapa stairs, or Selaron stairs, are among Rio’s most genuine landmarks and the filming location for one of Snoop Dogg’s music videos!
- Cinelandia - This tour also includes the main square of the Historical Center. Among the many historical buildings, you’ll see the Rio Opera House, an impressive replica of the Opera Garnier in Paris.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Tour Guide and Translation service
- Tickets to Christ Redeemer
- Private transportation
- Tour Guide and Translation service
- Tickets to Christ Redeemer
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Lunch
Additional Information
Feel free to reach out via WhatsApp or email for discounts — contact information is available in the answer box on TripAdvisor.
This is the only genuine private tour for the LGBTQ+ community operating in Brazil since 2007. Explore our TripAdvisor reviews for additional tour options!
This experience is much more than just a tour. It’s an enjoyable day…
Feel free to reach out via WhatsApp or email for discounts — contact information is available in the answer box on TripAdvisor.
This is the only genuine private tour for the LGBTQ+ community operating in Brazil since 2007. Explore our TripAdvisor reviews for additional tour options!
This experience is much more than just a tour. It’s an enjoyable day with a local friend who will provide a unique perspective of the city that other tourists won’t have access to.
During this particular tour, the operator will pick you up from your location and take you to Corcovado Hill to see Christ the Redeemer, bypassing some lines to maximize your time. Fantastic photos are assured! Next, you’ll visit the Santa Teresa area, where you can soak in the vibrant, artistic, bohemian, and diverse atmosphere. You’ll encounter historic mansions, authentic art galleries, stunning views, genuine people, and exquisite restaurants—there’s so much to experience. The Lapa stairs or Selaron stairs and the Cinelândia area are also part of the tour!
Location
Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer
Estrada Redentor - Alto da Boa Vista, Parque Nacional da Tijuca
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(32 Ratings)
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Z5444pcmarkm
May 10, 2026
Wonderful start to our holiday! - Marcelo is a very nice and knowledgeable guide and also really nice company. We had booked him on the first day of our holiday for a tour of the Christ statue and a tour of Santa Teresa. That turned out to be a perfect start to our trip, because with his great knowledge of Rio de Janeiro and his ability to respond to the needs of his guests, he gave us a wonderful day full of new impressions that at the same time felt very relaxed. Because we liked this so much we booked Marcelo again towards the end of our holiday, this time for a cruise through a nature park west of Rio followed by a visit to one of the most beautiful (gay) beaches outside the city. Without him we would never have got there and our holiday would really have been less special. Recommended!
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Beachbum8765
May 2, 2026
Trip of a lifetime in large part due to Marcelo! - Meeting Marcelo was the highlight of my first trip to Rio! I did three tours with Marcelo- the nightlife tour, the Corcovado tour along with Sugar Loaf, and the Abrico Beach tour. All three were amazing. Marcelo was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and was more like a new friend than a private guide. He absolutely made my time in Rio the best trip of my life. I look forward to visiting again soon and Marcelo will definitely be a part of that trip as well. Marcelo is hands down the best guide I’ve ever had. I highly recommend him!
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Kevin
Apr 25, 2026
Absolutely Amazing Tour(s)! - Amazing experience! We were able to fully customize our tour and fit what we wanted into one day. Everything was incredibly well organized and seamlessly executed, which led us to book a second tour with Marcelo. This time, we opted for a more relaxed itinerary - visiting Ilha da Gigóia (where we even spotted a capybara) and Praia do Abricó. Throughout both tours, Marcelo found the perfect balance between my fast-paced travel style and my partner’s more laid-back attitude.
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Daytrip801017
Apr 22, 2026
The only guide you need in Rio - My partner and I did two tours with Marcelo — one day covering Christ the Redeemer, Santa Teresa, and the Lapa Steps, and another day out to Abricó beach — and I honestly can’t imagine having experienced Rio the same way without him.
What separates Marcelo from any other guide is that he doesn’t feel like a guide. Within the first hour he felt like a friend who just happened to know everything about the city. He has the kind of insider knowledge that no guidebook touches — not just the what, but the why. Lunch at AprazÃvel in Santa Teresa was a perfect example: a stunning restaurant on a hillside terrace that we never would have found on our own, and exactly the kind of place that shows he’s paying attention to who his clients actually are.
That attentiveness runs through everything he does. He’s genuinely flexible — willing to linger, pivot, or slow down based on what you’re responding to — and he has a rare ability to read his clientele and calibrate the experience accordingly. As two gay travelers, we felt completely at ease from the moment we met him. Abricó in particular could feel like an unknown quantity if you’re navigating it alone — Marcelo made it effortless.
If you’re visiting Rio, just book Marcelo first and build your trip around his availability. We’re already thinking about when we can come back.
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Nl_guido
Mar 25, 2026
Great Tourguide with a pink touch! - On Feb. 8th my first full day in Rio, Marcello picked me up from my apartment in Ipanema and we went to see Christ the redeemer and Santa Teresa. It was fun, and Marcello is very knowledgeable, and an amazing enthousiastic tour-guide.
I also did another tour to Sugar Loaf and monastry near the cruise terminal.
I have had a fabulous time and warmly recommend Marcello!
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919jorgef
Feb 14, 2026
Queer eye for Rio Delights - Marcelo did a great job showing us the flavor and feel of the areas. We booked tours with him for 3 days and it was excellent time
Spent. His warmth and knowledge of Rio was refreshing as we navigated the city. We highly recommend him as an ambassador to Rio.
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Terrygale64
Feb 14, 2026
A great guide in Rio - We had a wonderful experience with Marcelo. He was knowledgeable, fun, punctual and a great guy. The type of guide that guides. Not vomiting facts on you. He suggested times that worked for traffic and crowds at the events. Highly recommend!!
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Shanekw9306ov
Jan 24, 2026
Tours in Rio with Marcelo are excellent and fun! - I am so glad I found Marcelo and the tours he offers! Don't hesitate to book with him! I did 3 tours and each one was a blast and we became great friends! He is knowledgable, punctual, speaks perfect English, and is a lot of fun! He was also able to refer me to a terrific pilot to take me hang gliding which was amazing.
I am definitely coming back to Rio and would love to do another tour with Marcelo!
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Franklin99
Dec 15, 2025
EXCELLENT tours and TERRIFIC guide! - The tour with Marcelo was the highlight of my trip to Rio!! Not only was he highly knowledgeable about the history of Rio and the sights that we visited, but he was so much fun to be with. He made me feel comfortable and safe and we quickly became friends. As a solo traveler you kind of never know what you're going to get in the way of a tour guide and Marcelo was so welcoming. He was terrific! I cannot recommend him enough. Thank you, Marcelo!
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Thesnoxbox
Feb 27, 2026
Invaluable experience - As first-timers to Rio with only one full day for sightseeing, having Marcelo as our guide was invaluable.
He confidently navigated the city in his own well-maintained, air-conditioned sedan, making the experience seamless and comfortable.
His English (US) was superb, and his commentary was upbeat, insightful and engaging. We appreciated how he placed Brazil in a broader global context, helping us truly understand the culture, history and rhythm of Rio beyond the postcard highlights. An excellent introduction to the city.
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