Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden

Most beautiful botanical garden I’ve visited. We had a great peaceful time! I would advise to go early on hot days and to bring repellent. Make sure to have cash on you when you want to buy the tickets there as they don’t accept cards. Online purchase only possible with a Brazilian creditcard.

Soraya M - 2 days ago

Such a beautiful garden, definitely worth a visit! Have a bite to eat at the café also, the food is just delicious! ♥️

Roxanne Panaite - 9 days ago

Sure the biggest orchid variety that I have seen, just so beautiful. The park was so peaceful, we followed the recommended route and had the opportunity to see some of Brazil's native trees. Totally worth visiting!

ina keridou - 3 months ago

Beautiful oasis of calm. Lots of unusual plants and trees. Sadly the orchid house was closed for the day, but we had a lovely wander round.

Jane Plumb - 1 month ago

Loved visiting this historical Botanical Garden. It's absolutely stunning, surrounded by the jungle covered hillsides of Rio. The Garden itself, is very beautiful. I would suggest spending a whole day here so you're able to see everything. I would also suggest bringing your own food and drinks as the "snack bars" or little cafés don't have very good food and are expensive. The historical context of the Garden is fascinating. Dating back to 1808 when the Portuguese moved the capital from Salvador (where they first landed in Brasil 300 years earlier) to Rio de Janeiro. The old growth trees and stone waterways are really special and worth the visit in itself, especially if you're a tree lover. The exhibits I wasn't as impressed with, such as the Orquidario and Medicinal Plants. I felt that they could do a much better job at showcasing these plants. Especially the medicinal garden, the plants were sad and unhealthy and it was clearly not being maintained well. I say this as a farmer/gardener and only because being a famous Botanical Garden I had pretty high expectations. I also wish they incorporated more of the plants and fruit that is growing at the Garden into the experience. For example, there are jackfruit trees growing all over the property, the ripe fruit not being harvested, many rotting on the ground. There are many beautiful species of wildlife that do eat the fruit and plants, but so much more that's not being utilized. Overall the work (research & study) they do from and at the Garden is incredible and valuable and the experience was amazing. We will definitely be visiting again and again. I'm excited to see the evolution of the Garden over the years. Top 10 favorite places to visit in Rio for sure!

Cultured Life Foods - 17 days ago

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