Founded in 1808 by Prince Regent João, the garden covers 54 ha with about 6,500 species; the avenue of imperial palms, the orchid and bromeliad houses, the 1935 Japanese garden and Mestre Valentim's statues of Echo and Narcissus are the highlights.
- Address
- R. Jardim Botânico, 1008 - Jardim Botânico, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22460-030
- Hours
- Mon-Tue 08:00-17:00; Wed 11:00-17:00; Thu-Sun 08:00-17:00 (Google hours via Wanderlog, 2026-09)
- Best time to go
- Morning · About 2.5 h
- Price
- Foreign visitors BRL 80; residents of Brazil BRL 40 (official JBRJ, 2026)
- Price level
- R$ R$
Details can change. Check hours and prices before you go.
Good to know
- Pay by Pix or cash at the gate, or online at jbrj.eleventickets.com.
- There is no visitor parking; go by bus or bike.
- The garden museum and Casa Pacheco Leão are free with a ticket from the same site.