Beautiful garden in Rio. Close to bus stops it is easy to get to. There is an entrance fee depending if you're Brazilian and a non Brazilian citizen. Garden is lush with plenty of exotic plants and tress. Perfect place to spend the afternoon. Plenty of amenities in the area: gift stores, washroom, restaurants, etc. Overall the garden is beautifully well maintained Would recommend if visiting Rio and want to have a more quiet, tranquil and green experience.

An amazing place that’s definitely worth a visit. You can only pay in cash, ticket price is 73 R$. It’s very wet there, so get your lightest clothes on and maybe come after the lunch. The park is open til 5 o’clock.

Its beautiful but nothing really popped out. I've seen better botanical gardens in Portland, Oregon and San Francisco, California. I'm sorry, Brazil, but this one takes the back seat. Of course there were species of plants I've never seen, but I left feeling like there could've been more. It was dull in a sense. Worth the visit? A shaky yeah.

It's a beautiful garden with well-labelled maps and signage despite how large the place is. There are also parts where one is walking alongside the Atlantic Rainforest. However, despite coming during summertime, I was disappointed by the lack of blooming flowers and some parts seemed rather run down, like the Japanese Gardens.

Beautiful place to escape the city. Be mindful that the entry price is set based of your geographical region.

I was a visitor from the US. First off, the front gate only accepted cash. Be prepared for that. Carry your ticket for entrance and exit. Many signs in the park have Portuguese and English. There is a small restaurant cafe near the medicinal garden if you get thirsty or hungry. Beautiful walk and vistas. Great photo opportunities.

The Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden or Jardim Botânico is located at the Jardim Botânico district in the South Zone of Rio de Janeiro. The Botanical Garden shows the diversity of Brazilian and foreign flora. There are around 6,500 species (some endangered) distributed throughout an area of 54 hectares (130 acres) as well as numerous greenhouses. The garden also houses monuments of historical, artistic, and archaeological significance. There is an important research center, which includes the most complete library in the country specializing in botany with over 32,000 volumes. It was founded in 1808 by King John VI of Portugal. Originally intended for the acclimatization of spices like nutmeg, pepper and cinnamon imported from the West Indies, the garden was opened to the public in 1822, and is now open during daylight hours every day except 25 December and 1 January. The 140 hectares (350 acres) park lies at the foot of the Corcovado Mountain, far below the right arm of the statue of Christ the Redeemer and contains more than 6,000 different species of tropical and subtropical plants and trees, including 900 varieties of palm trees. A 750 metres (2,460 ft) line of 134 palms forms the Avenue of Royal Palms leading from the entrance into the gardens. These palms all descended from a single tree, the Palma Mater, long since destroyed by lightning. Only about 40% of the park is cultivated, the remainder being Atlantic Forest rising up the slopes of Corcovado. The park is protected by the Patrimônio Histórico e Artístico Nacional and was designated as a biosphere reserve by UNESCO in 1992. The Botanical Garden has an important research institute, which develops a wide range of botanical studies in Brazil. The institute has taxonomists who specialize in the identification and conservation of the neotropical flora.

Very green and pretty exotic)) Not huge, can be walked across in 20 minutes, but I spent 2 hours inside) Has benches and a lot of shade, there's also a cafeteria inside (didn't visit). Entrance for foreigners is 67 reals! And they only accept cash, which was a big surprise. The ATM is a kilometer away, so make sure you have cash) Also, there are additional trail maps available in English and Portuguese at the desk opposite the gift store. I didn't take the guided tour, I used trail maps. They have historical trail maps and maps with amazonian species marked and described, and a couple more, maps are free)) I wouldn't have learned about those if it hadn't been for the very pleasant and helpful English-speaking guide Vinicius, big thanks to him!!

Cash only at the gate but you can pay via a QR code at the gate. The park is grey with a wide variety of plants. Easy to get to from Ipanema and a short walk from the lake. The Atlantic Forest path on the edge of the mountain with lush tropical jungle surrounding it was my favourite. Loads of monkeys in the trees to sit and watch. Toucans are noisy and can be seen if you follow them noisily chatting to each other. Well worth a visit and it’s many trees shelter you from the sunshine.

A magical place! Wasn’t even sure if I wanted to visit but my local friends convinced me to go and I couldn’t be more happy about it! First of all it is huuuge! So if you love nature please spare at least 3-4 hours to this place you won’t regret it. There is another magnificent beauty in every corner you don’t wanna miss it! Also monkeys, lovely birds and so much more!! Entrance fee is a bit high (R$ 65) but it is worth paying and visiting for sure!

This place doesn’t get enough publicity. It’s a gorgeous place to visit with lots to see. It’s a big park with hidden caverns, towers, lakes and much more. Definitely worth taking some time to walk and take in all the nature. There are lots of plants, flowers and animals. If the skies are clear you can see the Christ the Redeemer from below. It’s free to enter so don’t doubt about going!

Really beautiful and expansive (formerly imperial) gardens in the heart of Rio's south zone. Plan for at least 2-3 hours here, though more wouldn't be wasted. It's not small. The times I've been it's cash only so keep that in mind. Around R$70 per person if you're a foreign tourist. Brazilian nationals and those living in Rio get discounted pricing. A great place for a date or for anyone who enjoys checking out the local (and some exotic) flora and fauna.

A truly beautiful place worth visiting. A vast collection of established plants and trees in tranquil surroundings. Well maintained. Friendly staff. Entrance fees are payable in CASH only.

It's a lovely garden filled with shaded areas perfect for keeping cool on an afternoon. Fountains and irrigation canals surround you with the sound of falling water. The gazebo and meditation areas are especially nice. It's a little more expensive than other attractions in Rio and it's cash only. The entry line goes rather slowly.

A great place to visit if you find yourself in Rio de Janeiro. It's a bit far from the city centre, but worth the detour. Make sure you bring money with you, since they don't accept other ways of payment like debit/credit cards. If you're a local, you get a significant discount. The garden is huge and beautiful. You will wander around for hours and see marvelous flora and fauna. It's also a bit refreshing.

The garden is beautiful. Great surprise was the gang of Monkeys that we saw. This is the only place in Rio de Janeiro where I couldn't pay by card. If you are a little shy walking around with a bunch of cash in Rio then please remember that only hard coin will grant you access to the park.

It was okay. A bit underwhelming. Probably not in the top botanical gardens I’ve visited. The trees look bigger in the pictures than they are. And there isn’t much variety of plants. For 67 reais I don’t think it was worth it. And Nothing was in English at all, enough though foreigners pay like 10x as much for entrance.

It's the most beautiful botanical garden I've been to! Take yourself at least two hours to explore this place. There is a suggested route on the map that lets you see most of the garden in a reasonable time frame.

It is an incredible place. The park itself is amazing, with plants from all over the world. The background scenario is also stunning with the Tijuca Forest showing itself off. I recommend the visit.

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.

Great experience but it was huge, like there was a lot to see. Sort of lost in all the options. CASH ONLY

The biggest botanical gardens I've been to. If you look carefully you'll find monkey hanging on the trees.

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.

Amazing experience for the quiet walk through the forest and enjoying the beautiful nature. There are monkeys there that were so fun to watch. Palm alley and bamboo forest were impressive.

Wonderful place, with lots of walkable trails. Make sure that you have cash to pay for your ticket, as their online ticketing system doesn't accept foreign cards.

Definitely worth visiting if you’re in Rio! It is such a serene place in the middle of the bustling city! Very beautiful and not too busy

A beatiful place to walk and watch a wide variety of wildlife, trees and flowers that are part of Brasil. One of my top three places in Rio de Janeiro. The ponds and the Orchideario are gorgeous. Tip: if the weather is cloudy make sure you bring a rain coat just in case

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!

Safe and well preserved, it's an open air biological laboratory! Definitely worth visiting and spending a few hour wondering around.

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!

Well worth a visit but ensure you give yourself enough time. There are golf cart tours with a guide that run at an additional fee but they stop at 3pm.

If you don’t have a Brazilian cpf you can’t use their online. Walk to the main ticket office, locals also get a discount. It’s quite hot so make sure you bring water but there is plenty of areas to find shade. Quite an interesting history and variety of plans. Very nice to take photos

This Botanical garden is not very large, but it has the charm and unique features. Is worth to be seen, if you have a couple of days in Rio. One may see not only exotic plants, but the rare birds and fish as well. Good place to take nice pics and relax.

Truly amazing place to walk around. We were a little early for all the flowers and blooms but it was still worth it. Make sure you have good walking shoes, we covered 8 Kms of walking. Loved the waterfalls that spread around the gardens. Oh and take cash for your tickets they do not accept cards for some reason.

If you are not a nature lover and only part of your tour packages, you will definitely not like here. We had to walk for kilometers just to see part of the garden. Riding a "mini car" will cost you additional. For foreign tourist like me, we had to pay 67BRL per person, which I believe is too much for it. Though I know the maintenance and operation of the area needs a lot of money.

One of the secret beauties of the city! Spent few hours here and it was magical! Go early so you can enjoy! Entry it’s free for some locals if you’re from rio and 7$ bucks if you’re foreigner

Its okay. But i don't recommend the golf cart guided tour. The guide woudn't explain or even talk during the ride . For the rest of the place it is perfect to get to know about the plants and nature of the place! It was great to see cappuccino monkeys running around free!

It's a very awesome place! Highly interesting and amusing

Great and massive botanical garden. Looks of greenery, you get the sense you are in the rainforest far from the City of Rio. Looks of photo opportunities. If you are quiet and lucky you might see monkeys and unique birds of the rainforest. It definitely a must see in Rio.

The botanical garden was founded in the 19th century. It is a stunning place where you can spend an entire day. You will find an orchid and bromelia atrium, a Japanese garden, some picturesque lakes, and many old trees apart from some historical sites. It is worth a visit when in Rio.

Lovely walk around The Botanic Garden. You only can pay cash at the entrance. The garden isn’t too big so it doesn’t take too long to get through. Amazing flora and fauna. Monkeys just walking on the roof which was a wonderful thing to see

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

Seeing this botanical garden with family is very fulfilling. It is also very educational for kids who has been lockdown inside the house and be exposed with nature. If you are a plant lover,this is a great place to spend with because they have lots of succulents,cactus,prayer plants,monstera varieties and my eyes we full. We are very happy. Even the restaurant has tasty food. We will come back again next time because our daughter enjoyed it so much and its an excellent option to have quality time with family and will let the kids out of the gadgets.

A very beautiful and gorgeous garden, the area resembles a tropical jungle. In the garden, it is possible to meet monkeys and rare species of birds. Fabulously large water lilies float in the large pond. Such beauty cannot be forgotten.

A definite must go when you're visiting Rio de Janeiro. Beautiful gardens, lots and lots of different and new trees and each of them have the detailed name and origin written. Many special areas such as Japanese garden, cactus area, medicinal plants etc. Also they have drinking fountain with pure clean water. I Really liked my visit.

In my opinion, what makes Rio the most beautiful city of the world is the combination of nature and city. The botanical garden makes it even better by combining the nature of different places in one massive garden. The place could be better cared for though.

It's a lovely serene place to spend a few hours. And only 15 reais.

Very beautiful garden. Bio diversity is amazing. Nice restaurants inside

Very nice place. If you are lucky you can see the monkeys

A must go! Beautiful place, great for everyone, family, friends, your loved one or alone! Really cool trip 😊