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Corcovado - Christ the Redeemer vs Museu da Republica

Both are endorsed by those who travel for a living. On balance, Statue of Christ the Redeemer ranks slightly higher than Museu da Republica. Statue of Christ the Redeemer is ranked #10 in Rio de Janeiro with accolades from 4 reviewers like Afar Magazine, Lonely Planet and Michelin Guide.

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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Museu da Republica
Museu da Republica
8 / 10
Rua do Catete 153, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro
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Frommer's Frommer's
"This gorgeous baroque palace served as the official residence of Brazilian presidents from 1897 to 1960." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The Museu da República, located in the Palácio do Catete , has been wonderfully restored." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The Palácio do Catete (1857), the former presidential palace, served as the home to 18 successive heads of state." Full review
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The venue regularly hosts classical music concerts.