Escadaria Selarón

Lovely place to visit! No entry fee. Restaurants, bars, cafes, and shops all along the stairs. Beautiful steps and art. Local shops selling their wares. Great photo-op! Be sure to buy a caipirinha on your way down. They’re bigger than anywhere else in the city!

It is a very beautiful space to visit in Rio. We went on an overcast and rainy day, which kept the crowds down, but I can imagine this spot would get very busy, especially at the bottom where a lot of people are stopping to take their photos. Take your time going up to admire all the different tiles all around you. You can easily spend 30 minutes if you're taking it all in.

A feast for the eyes!! Touristic but / and cool to visit. Didn’t stand in line for any of the shots (some spots are more popular than others) but got incredible pics non the less.

We were there at about lunchtime. The weather was extremely hot, and there were a lot of people in the different stages of these steps. However, it is a place that should be visited. There are a lot of incredible tiles on it. And it's worth it to take some time to look for the different ones that are pretty interesting. Also, there's a little bit of shopping opportunity there with art pieces being in offer!

Amazing space and art in the heart of Rio. We went on a Saturday night when it was pouring rain so we’re basically alone. Great spot to spend a bit of time. Tons of hip bars nearby, check them out for a cheap drink after.

Some friends and I took a taxi here it was a Sunday afternoon. I felt perfectly safe walking the stairs lots of activity and lots of people. All in all I would recommend it just to do it but you're going to be done with the stairs and 20 minutes tops and if you want there's a few restaurants there as well as vendors with souvenirs.

2023 Nov. I had the best visit here. My pictures speak volumes. I was fortunate enough not to have many people around in this busy tourist spot of town. Great weather and time here. Any island I got to locals, to me are always welcoming. When I visited Escadaria Selarón I was amazed by the beauty and creativity of this place. The stairs are decorated with thousands of colorful tiles from different countries, creating a stunning mosaic that reflects the diversity and vibrancy of Brazil. The artist, Jorge Selarón, was a Chilean who dedicated his life to this project as a tribute to the Brazilian people. He transformed a simple staircase into a masterpiece of urban art and such beauty. The drinks and food on the way to the top were cheaper than downstairs. I love the Rio de Janeiro sign, The view from the top was breathtaking and I felt like I was part of a living painting. Escadaria Selarón is a must-see attraction in Rio de Janeiro. It is not just a staircase, but a symbol of passion, culture, and creativity. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves art and wants to experience the true spirit of Rio.

Overcrowded with a long line at the bottom just to take pics. Walking on toward the top is no better. Enjoy the paintings, don’t worry about trying to a good pic. Also on the bottom there’re a few streets with gangs of people that tourist should avoid walking in. Stick to the Main Street leading up to the steps and be aware of surroundings. This is a very unsafe area as I was almost mugged if without my fighting skills.