Sugarloaf Mountain

Sugarloaf Mountain is a natural attraction in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. A typical visit takes 3h. A 396-metre granite monolith at the mouth of Guanabara Bay, climbed in two cable car stages with a sunset view over the city.

Last updated: 18 October 2026. How we calculate costs

Rio de Janeiro, BrazilEntrance R$185 · Verified
Nature
Typical visit: 3h
Image unavailable

A 396-metre granite monolith at the mouth of Guanabara Bay, climbed in two cable car stages with a sunset view over the city.

Related activities

  • Samba night in Lapa

    Live samba in the bars and street parties under the Lapa arches.

How to get to Sugarloaf Mountain

Sugarloaf Mountain sits in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Most visitors base themselves in Rio de Janeiro and plan the visit as part of a day there. It pairs well with Christ the Redeemer, Copacabana Beach, Tijuca National Park, so you can group them on the same day.

Tickets and time needed

The recorded entrance fee is R$185, in the local currency set by the operator. Plan about 3h for a typical visit.

Best time to visit Sugarloaf Mountain

For Rio de Janeiro in general: May to October for drier, cooler weather; February or March for Carnival.

Tips for your visit

Related things to do here include Samba night in Lapa. Prices can change, so check the official source linked on this page before you go.

Sugarloaf Mountain FAQ

How much does it cost to visit Sugarloaf Mountain?

The recorded entrance fee is R$185, in the local currency set by the operator.

How long should I spend at Sugarloaf Mountain?

A typical visit takes about 3h.

Where is Sugarloaf Mountain?

Sugarloaf Mountain is in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

When is the best time to visit Sugarloaf Mountain?

May to October for drier, cooler weather; February or March for Carnival.

What is near Sugarloaf Mountain?

Nearby places include Christ the Redeemer, Copacabana Beach, Tijuca National Park.

Guidese editorial team

Travel research & data review

We build every guide from official tourism boards, operator sites and published price lists. We record where each number came from and when it was last checked.

  • Every cost and season figure is sourced and dated
  • No sponsored rankings or paid placements
  • Facts re-checked on a scheduled review cycle

More in Rio de Janeiro

Christ the Redeemer

Entrance fee not recorded yet

Rio de Janeiro

The 30-metre Art Deco statue of 1931 on Corcovado, reached by cog railway or van, looking over the bay and the city.

Landmark
3h

Copacabana Beach

Entrance fee not recorded yet

Rio de Janeiro

A four-kilometre crescent of sand with a mosaic promenade, lifeguard posts that mark distinct social zones, and kiosks along its length.

Nature
3h

Tijuca National Park

Free entry · Verified

Rio de Janeiro

A large urban rainforest replanted in the nineteenth century, with waterfalls, trails and viewpoints above the city.

Nature
5h