Rio Botanical Garden 
Nature and Parks
Sprawling over 140 hectares at the foot of the Corcovado Mountain, the lush Jardim Botânico contains a huge collection of 6500 species of plants from all over the world, not only tropical ones. It is a Biosphere Reserve designated by the UNESCO. Planted in the 1800s, it is both a park and a scientific laboratory. Highlights include Avenue of Royal Palms lined with palms all of which have the same parent, the orquidário which has 600 varieties of orchids, Japanese Garden with cherry trees, bamboo and bonsai, Amazon Garden with tropical flora such as Pau-mulato trees and Lago Frei Leandro covered with Vitória Régia water lilies, and the Bromeliarium with 15000 Bromeliads. The gardens also have ponds, fountains, children’s playground, an old gunpowder factory, grotto Karl Glasl, a sundial, several sculptures such as the Fountain of the Muses and Bust of Friar Leandro, cast iron statue of Greek Goddess Tethys by Louis Savageou, and impressive openings such as the neoclassical Gateway of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts. The park is also home to entomofauna and 140 species of birds.
Despite its wealth of flora, fauna and monuments, it does not get very crowded, and is visited by families on weekends. Drop into the Visitor Centre for planning your way around, and pick up a few souvenirs on your way out.
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About Rio Botanical Garden
Rua Jardim Botânico, 920 - Jardim Botânico, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
+55 21 3874-1214
Rio Botanical Garden and Nearby Attractions on Map
Nearby Attractions km / mile
Cristo Redentor(2.3 km)
The towering statue of Christ the Redeemer standing with outstretched arms atop Corcovado overlooking the city is an iconic symbol of Rio de Janeiro.
Lagoa(1 km)
Lagoa is a scenic neighbourhood with a lake, and home to Rio's rich and famous citizens.
Itamaraty Palace(2.5 km)
Formerly a presidential palace (1889-1893) and foreign office, the Itamaraty Palace now hosts a museum of South American diplomacy, a library and the UN information offices in Brazil.
Corcovado(2.1 km)
The 710 metre high Corcovado mountain rises in the Tijuca Forest in west Rio de Janeiro, known for its statue of Christ the Redeemer that overlooks the city.
Ipanema(2.4 km)
Ipanema is one of the most visited beaches in Rio, though the poor water quality makes it unfit for swimming and aquatic activities.
Leblon(1.7 km)
Named after a French businessman who owned the neighborhood in the 19th century, the Leblon Beach is the haunt of the wealthy, lined with upscale bars and restaurants.
14 Rio Botanical Garden Tickets and Tours in Rio de Janeiro
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Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden and Tijuca Rainforest Eco-TourRio de Janeiro Botanical Garden and Tijuca Rainforest Eco-Tour
(18 reviews) 4 hours
$85
On this four-hour tour in Rio de Janeiro, bask in beautiful Brazilian nature at the R...
On this four-hour tour in Rio de Janeiro, bask in beautiful Brazilian natur...
On this four-hour tour in Rio de Janeiro, bask in beautiful Brazilian nature at the R...
On this four-hour tour in Rio de Janeiro, bask in beautiful Brazilian natur...
Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden TourRio de Janeiro Botanical Garden Tour
(2 reviews) 3 hours 30 minutes
$38
Spend an idyllic morning at the world-famous Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden, or Jard...
Spend an idyllic morning at the world-famous Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garde...
Spend an idyllic morning at the world-famous Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden, or Jard...
Spend an idyllic morning at the world-famous Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garde...
Private Tour: Botanical Gardens and Parque Lage Photography TourPrivate Tour: Botanical Gardens and Parque Lage Photography Tour
(2 reviews) 4 hours
$99
Visit two of Rio de Janeiro's most famous ecological attractions in one day! One this...
Visit two of Rio de Janeiro's most famous ecological attractions in one day...
Visit two of Rio de Janeiro's most famous ecological attractions in one day! One this...
Visit two of Rio de Janeiro's most famous ecological attractions in one day...
Rio de Janeiro: Botanical Garden Ticket and TourRio de Janeiro: Botanical Garden Ticket and Tour
(1 reviews) 4 hour
$38
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Discover the diversity of Brazilian fauna at the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden, founded ...
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Discover the diversity of Brazilian fauna at the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden...
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Discover the diversity of Brazilian fauna at the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden, founded ...
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Discover the diversity of Brazilian fauna at the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden...
Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden TourRio de Janeiro Botanical Garden Tour
(1 reviews) 3 hours and 30 minutes
$38
Visit the magnificent palm trees avenues and beautiful gardens of peaceful Rio de Janeiro ...
Visit the magnificent palm trees avenues and beautiful gardens of peaceful Rio d...
Visit the magnificent palm trees avenues and beautiful gardens of peaceful Rio de Janeiro ...
Visit the magnificent palm trees avenues and beautiful gardens of peaceful Rio d...
Botanical Garden and Parque Lage Photo TourBotanical Garden and Parque Lage Photo Tour
(1 reviews) 4 hour
$99
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Visit Rio de Janeiro’s Botanical Garden and Parque Lage on a private tour with a profess...
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Visit Rio de Janeiro’s Botanical Garden and Parque Lage on a private tour with...
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Visit Rio de Janeiro’s Botanical Garden and Parque Lage on a private tour with a profess...
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Visit Rio de Janeiro’s Botanical Garden and Parque Lage on a private tour with...
Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden TourRio de Janeiro Botanical Garden Tour
4 hour
$86
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Visit Rio de Janeiro's glorious Botanical Garden, where you can see a plethora of exotic p...
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Visit Rio de Janeiro's glorious Botanical Garden, where you can see a plethora o...
Mobile Voucher Accepted
Visit Rio de Janeiro's glorious Botanical Garden, where you can see a plethora of exotic p...
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Visit Rio de Janeiro's glorious Botanical Garden, where you can see a plethora o...
Tijuca Rainforest Jeep Tour with the Botanical GardenTijuca Rainforest Jeep Tour with the Botanical Garden
4 hours
$85
Visit the Botanical Garden a unique park due its variety of exotic plants brought form all...
Visit the Botanical Garden a unique park due its variety of exotic plants brough...
Visit the Botanical Garden a unique park due its variety of exotic plants brought form all...
Visit the Botanical Garden a unique park due its variety of exotic plants brough...
Rio de Janeiro Atlantic Rainforest Waterfall HikeRio de Janeiro Atlantic Rainforest Waterfall Hike
(5 reviews) 3 hour
$40
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... waterfall. Take a walk by the city’s Botanical Garden on the way back.
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... waterfall. Take a walk by the city’s Botanical Garden on the way back.
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... waterfall. Take a walk by the city’s Botanical Garden on the way back.
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... waterfall. Take a walk by the city’s Botanical Garden on the way back.
Full Day Rio de Janeiro by Jeep Including Tijuca Forest and Christ the RedeemerFull Day Rio de Janeiro by Jeep Including Tijuca Forest and Christ the...
8 hours
$259
...h. Finally, take time to stroll a local botanical garden before heading back to your ac...
...h. Finally, take time to stroll a local botanical garden before heading back ...
...h. Finally, take time to stroll a local botanical garden before heading back to your ac...
...h. Finally, take time to stroll a local botanical garden before heading back ...
Primates Waterfall Transcarioca Trail - Small GroupsPrimates Waterfall Transcarioca Trail - Small Groups
4 hour
$70
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...rimates waterfall which is close to the Botanical Garden and Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon.
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...rimates waterfall which is close to the Botanical Garden and Rodrigo de Freit...
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...rimates waterfall which is close to the Botanical Garden and Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon.
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...rimates waterfall which is close to the Botanical Garden and Rodrigo de Freit...
Rio de Janeiro: Carioca Sunset Bike Tour with a LocalRio de Janeiro: Carioca Sunset Bike Tour with a Local
3.5 hour
$65
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...ocals love hanging out in Rio’s great botanical gardens oasis. Finish it up with a su...
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...ocals love hanging out in Rio’s great botanical gardens oasis. Finish it up...
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...ocals love hanging out in Rio’s great botanical gardens oasis. Finish it up with a su...
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...ocals love hanging out in Rio’s great botanical gardens oasis. Finish it up...
Half-Day Tour of Rio Street ArtHalf-Day Tour of Rio Street Art
4 hours
$60
...om favelas and expansive murals to the botanical garden and public galleries.
...om favelas and expansive murals to the botanical garden and public galleries...
...om favelas and expansive murals to the botanical garden and public galleries.
...om favelas and expansive murals to the botanical garden and public galleries...
Art and Fashion Tour in Rio de JaneiroArt and Fashion Tour in Rio de Janeiro
5 hours
$110
Enjoy a fashion and art tour in Rio de Janeiro in which you will visit the neighborho...
Enjoy a fashion and art tour in Rio de Janeiro in which you will visit the ...
Enjoy a fashion and art tour in Rio de Janeiro in which you will visit the neighborho...
Enjoy a fashion and art tour in Rio de Janeiro in which you will visit the ...