Botanic Garden Rio de Janeiro

Itinerary – Botanical Garden Tour 1. Welcome & Introduction (10–15 min) - Meet at the entrance of the Botanical Garden - Brief history of the Garden and overview of the tour 2. Imperial Palm Avenue (15 min) - Walk along the iconic row of imperial palms planted in the early 1800s - Great photo opportunity with Corcovado in the background 3. Orchid & Bromeliad Houses (20–30 min) - Visit the greenhouses with native and exotic species - Learn about Brazil’s unique Atlantic Forest flora 4. Japanese Garden (15–20 min) - Enjoy the tranquil space with koi ponds, bonsai, and traditional elements - Cultural connection between Brazil and Japan 5. Amazon Region & Medicinal Plants (20–30 min) - See plants native to the Amazon and learn their traditional uses - Overview of Brazil's ethnobotany 6. Fountain of the Muses & Historical Ruins (15 min) - Visit 19th-century sculptures and old structures hidden among the trees - Learn about the garden’s royal and scientific heritage