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More information on Sítio Burle Marx in Rio

Description: Sítio Burle Marx in Rio

One of the most important landscape artists of our times, Roberto Burle Marx left a legacy of inestimable value not only for the city and the people of Rio but also to all those who love and fight for the preservation of nature.

Your site, located in Guaratiba, gathers more than 3,500 plant species, many endangered, which coupled with a fabulous collection of artwork, a library with over 2,500 books and cultural activities, eventually turning the site into point must see for children, adults and scholars from various parts of the world.

Sítio Roberto Burle Marx is open to the public every day except Mondays, Sundays and holidays.

The visits must be scheduled, during business hours, phone 021 2410 1412, are conducted on foot, accompanied by screen that explains what is seen, and occur at two times: 9:30 and 13:30.

The number of visitors per group is 35 people and individual ticket price is R$ 8,00.

Children under 5 years FREE if accompanied by at least one parent.

There is also a type of special visit for closed groups, where the timetable is agreed upon, which price is R$ 150.00 for the guide additional R$ 30.00 per person.

The tour lasts just over 90 minutes, runs about 1,800 meters in a way that rises 45 meters from the starting point. People in 3rd age should be alerted to this fact.

It is advisable to use and comfortable shoes are recommended for those allergic to bring insect repellent.

There is a souvenir shop on site where there are toilets and drinking fountains, but there is no cafeteria, no picnics or snacks are allowed inside the site.

Photos are allowed in outdoor areas, provided that the person does not deviate from the group to be photographed and provided they are not professional photos. Therefore, those who are not allowed to employ multiple lenses or using a tripod.

Those interested in photographing professional, independent or group visits, must request permission in advance and fill out the appropriate form.

To access the publications of The Roberto Burle Marx on the Internet, among which there are virtual tours, maps, texts, pictures etc.. Just click the address:

http://sitioburlemarx.blogspot.com

Coaches used to arrive at the SRBM from the South Zone are 387 - Marambaia - which stops in front of the SRBM and the "frescoes" Campo Grande and Santa Cruz, which stop the SRBM 1300m, where they point other buses and vans toward the bar Guaratiba.

Address: Estrada da Barra de Guaratiba, 2019 - Bar Guaratiba

Visitation: Schedule visits.

http://www.rio.rj.gov.br/web/riotur/exibeconteudo?article-id=157370

http://sitioburlemarx.blogspot.com/

Photo by: scott.zona