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Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer vs Ipanema Beach

Both are recommended by professionals. On balance, Ipanema Beach is preferred by most professionals compared to Statue of Christ the Redeemer. Ipanema Beach ranks #4 in Rio de Janeiro with accolades from 6 sources such as Michelin Guide, Fodor's and Condé Nast Traveler.

Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer
Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer
9 / 10
R. Cosme Velho, 513 - Cosme Velho- Rio de Janeiro -RJ, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22241 125
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Concierge Concierge
"Rio's equivalent of the Statue of Liberty, this 125-foot-high statue of Christ has an arm-span of more than 90 feet."
Frommer's Frommer's
"The Corcovado was recently chosen as one of the new Seven Wonders of the World." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Atop Corcovado (which means ‘hunchback’), Cristo Redentor gazes out over Rio, a placid expression on his wellcrafted face." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Atop one of the city's highest peaks, the world-renowned statue of Christ the Redeemer gives way to 360-degree views." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"The statue of Christ the Redeemer, which looks out over Rio from atop Corcovado, has become the universal emblem of the city." Full review
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Ipanema Beach
Ipanema Beach
8 / 10
Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro
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Fodor's Fodor's
"As you stroll this world-famous beach you'll encounter a cross section of the city's residents, each favoring a particular stretch." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"One long stretch of sand, Ipanema Beach is marked by postos (posts), which demarcates subcultures as diverse as the city itself." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Ipanema and Leblon are two chic and fashionable districts located in the south of Rio next to the ocean." Full review
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Beware of the currents and waves, which can be dangerous.
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"If you find yourself in Rio, you will (or certainly should) ultimately end up on Ipanema beach." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Majestic granite peaks jut from a jungle-covered range to create a spectacular backdrop for this mile-long, 300-foot-deep white-sand beach." Full review
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