Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden

The Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden (Jardim Botânico) is a research institute and a garden open to visitors, in the Jardim Botânico neighborhood, in the South Zone, according to Wikipedia. It was created in the early 19th century, when the Portuguese court settled in Rio, and today it is one of the most peaceful outings in the city.

What to see

• The avenue of imperial palms: the garden’s most famous image, with towering trunks standing in line.
• Greenhouses and collections: orchids, bromeliads, carnivorous plants and Atlantic Forest species.
• Lakes and corners: with giant water lilies (Victoria) for part of the year.
• The view: from several spots, Corcovado appears above the trees.

Tickets and opening hours

The garden charges an entrance fee and has opening hours set by the institution. Prices and hours were not checked for this guide: consult the Botanical Garden’s official website before you go.

Getting there

It is on Rua Jardim Botânico, a few minutes from Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon. By taxi or ride-hailing app, the trip from Ipanema or Leblon is short; there are also bus lines along Rua Jardim Botânico.

Combine with

Do the garden in the morning and cycle or walk around the Lagoa in the afternoon. It is a good outing with kids.