Teleférico do Pão de Açúcar: A Ride to Rio's Heights
Ascend to Rio's iconic Sugarloaf Mountain via the historic 'bondinho' for unparalleled panoramic views and a thrilling ride through the sky.
Ascend to the summit of Pão de Açúcar (Sugarloaf Mountain) via a thrilling cable car ride, offering unparalleled panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro. Since 1912, the 'bondinho' has carried millions to experience this iconic landmark, linking Praia Vermelha to Morro da Urca and then to the Sugarloaf itself.
A brief summary to Teleférico do Pão de Açúcar
- Av. Pasteur, 520, Rio de Janeiro, Urca, State of Rio de Janeiro, 22290-255, BR
- +55212546-8433
- Visit website
- Monday 9 am-8 pm
- Tuesday 9 am-8 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-8 pm
- Thursday 9 am-8 pm
- Friday 8 am-9 pm
- Saturday 8 am-9 pm
- Sunday 8 am-9 pm
Local tips
- Visit during the week to avoid large crowds.
- Check the weather forecast before going, as the views are best on a clear day.
- Consider visiting Morro da Urca first; many find it equally enjoyable.
- Purchase tickets online in advance to avoid long queues.
- Take the trail up to Morro da Urca for a discount on the cable car ticket to Pão de Açúcar.
Getting There
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Public Transport
To reach the Teleférico do Pão de Açúcar via public transport, take the metro to Botafogo Station. From there, catch the SP-513 bus towards Urca and disembark at the UNIRIO stop. A short walk from there will bring you to the entrance of Parque Bondinho. A single metro fare costs approximately R$4.30.
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Taxi/Ride-Share
From Copacabana or Ipanema, a taxi or ride-sharing service to the entrance of the Teleférico do Pão de Açúcar typically costs between R$30 and R$50, depending on traffic and surge pricing. The journey usually takes 20-30 minutes.
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Walking
If you are already in the Urca neighborhood, reaching the cable car entrance is easily done by foot. From the Mureta da Urca, walk along Avenida João Luiz Alves towards Praia Vermelha. The entrance to Parque Bondinho will be on your left, a walk of approximately 15 minutes. Note that the trail to Morro da Urca begins at Praia Vermelha.
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Special Transport
The final ascent to Pão de Açúcar requires a ticket for the cable car (bondinho). As of July 2025, the regular adult ticket costs R$195. A promotional ticket for Brazilian citizens costs R$155. Tickets can be purchased online or at the ticket office. Consider purchasing in advance to avoid lines.
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