Jardim Botânico Travel Guide
Rio de Janeiro
Visit Jardim Botânico
Popular places to visit
Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden
Spend time exploring this historic botanical garden to see water features and sculptures, exotic plant species and endangered animals, including the black capuchin.
Parque Henrique Lage
A lavish Italian villa, hidden caves, miles of trails and views to the statue Christ the Redeemer await at this park at the base of Rio’s Corcovado Mountain.
Copacabana Beach
More than just a stretch of sand, Rio de Janeiro’s most famous beach is where locals and visitors from all over the world come to relax, strut, pose and play.
Ipanema Beach
See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.
Christ the Redeemer
This mountain rising out of the city center is most well known as the home of Rio’s iconic skyscraper-sized Jesus statue.
Maracanã Stadium
To truly appreciate Brazil’s obsession with “the beautiful game,” watch a match or take a guided tour of one of the world’s largest and most historic soccer stadiums.
Things to do
Day Trip to Buzios from Rio with Boat Ride & Lunch
Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket
Walking Tour Through the Treasures of Historic Rio de Janeiro
Museum of Tomorrow, AquaRio & Olympic Boulevard
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Helicopter Flight
Top hotels in Jardim Botânico
Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro
"Perfect"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hotel Atlântico Prime
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
"Service on the restaurant was great, very friendly and professional, was very easy to communicate with them ... the view to Copacabana was incredible and got a really nice rest ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
"Very good!"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Miramar by Windsor Copacabana
"Everything was good"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana
"We loved our stay at the Fairmont. We had a family suite which was perfect for a family of five. We also had the gold package which included access to the lounge. There was often food and drinks in there that was included in our package. This was a big help having kids and always having somewhere ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Jardim Botânico
Lagoa
Travellers like the art galleries in Lagoa, and CASV Visa Applicant Service Center is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Leblon
Consider exploring the beaches in Leblon. If sightseeing is on the list, Ipanema Beach is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Antero de Quental Station or Jardim de Alah - Leblon Station to see more of the area.
Ipanema
Ipanema is highly notable for its stunning beaches, and you might want to visit top sights like Ipanema Beach and Rua Farme de Amoedo. See more of Rio de Janeiro by jumping on the metro at Nossa Senhora da Paz Station or Ipanema-General Osorio Station.
Tijuca
Tijuca is well liked for its mountain views and churches. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Shopping Tijuca and Tijuca National Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Uruguai / Tijuca Station or Saens Pena Station to get around.
Botafogo
Botafogo is a destination travellers like for its beaches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Botafogo Station or Futura estação Morro de São João Station to explore sights like Botafogo Praia Shopping.
Copacabana
Copacabana Beach and Rua Barata Ribeiro are top sights in Copacabana, and you should be sure to explore the stunning beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Siqueira Campos Station or Cardeal Arcoverde Station to see more sights in the area.
