Parque Botânico de Ilha Grande: A Living Museum of Island History
Discover Ilha Grande's history and biodiversity at this unique botanical garden, showcasing the island's cultural and natural heritage through its plant collections.
The Parque Botânico de Ilha Grande is a botanical garden established in 2015, showcasing the intertwined history of humans and plants on Ilha Grande. It serves as a center for education, conservation, and research, highlighting native species and those threatened with extinction.
A brief summary to Parque Botânico de Ilha Grande
- Ilha Grande, Angra dos Reis, Abraão, State of Rio de Janeiro, BR
- Visit website
- Tuesday 10 am-4 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-4 pm
- Thursday 10 am-4 pm
- Friday 10 am-4 pm
- Saturday 10 am-4 pm
- Sunday 10 am-4 pm
Local tips
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking, as the garden involves exploring different themed areas.
- Bring insect repellent, especially during the rainy season, to protect against mosquitoes and other insects.
- Check the Ecomuseu Ilha Grande's website for information on guided tours and special events.
Getting There
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Ferry
To reach the Parque Botânico de Ilha Grande, first take a ferry from Angra dos Reis, Conceição de Jacareí, or Mangaratiba to Vila do Abraão. From Rio de Janeiro, take a bus to one of these ferry ports. Costa Verde Transportes offers services to all three locations. Ferry tickets from Angra dos Reis to Ilha Grande cost approximately R$20.50. Alternatively, speedboats are available from Angra dos Reis for around R$80-R$100. From Vila do Abraão, the park is accessible by foot or local boat.
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Walking
From Vila do Abraão, the main hub on Ilha Grande, the Parque Botânico is accessible by a scenic walk along the coast. Follow the main path out of town, heading east. The walk takes approximately 1-2 hours, offering views of the coastline and lush vegetation. There are no entrance fees to the island, but boat fares to the island vary. Be prepared for some uneven terrain and bring water.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Museu do Cárcere
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Praia Do Caxadaço
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Ilha Grande State Park
4.6 km
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EU S2 ILHA GRANDE
5.4 km
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Praia do Canto
5.5 km
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Praia do Amor
8.9 km
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Conceição Beach
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Bocaina Mountain Range National Park
55.2 km
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Mirante do Roncador
72.7 km
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Pedra do Roncador
73.1 km
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Rio de Janeiro Brazil Temple
83.5 km
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Morro Dois Irmãos
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LITORAL NORTE
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Pedra Bonita
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Tijuca National Park
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Unmissable attractions to see
Piscina dos Soldados - Ilha Grande
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Ilha grande _ Angra dos Reis
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Trilha para Lopes Mendes
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Bicão (Cano Agua Natural)
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Cachoeira do Bicão
5.0 km
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Isla grande
5.2 km
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Greek island of Jorge
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Pocinho - Natural Pool
5.9 km
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Aqueduto
5.9 km
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Cachoeira da Parnaioca
6.0 km
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Cachoeira da Feiticeira
6.2 km
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Parnaioca
6.4 km
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Praia do Abraozinho
6.7 km
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Praia Camiranga
6.9 km
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Boia de Lopes Mendes
7.0 km
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Essential places to dine
Bar e Restaurante Banana da Terra
5.2 km
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Lady Roots House
5.2 km
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Biergarten Pub
5.3 km
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Maktub restaurante
5.3 km
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Ilha Grande Restaurante Pizzaria
5.3 km
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God is Good
5.3 km
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Restaurante Dom Mario
5.3 km
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Armação dos Anjos
5.3 km
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Las Sorrentinas
5.3 km
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Bougainville restaurante
5.4 km
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Restaurante Adega Farol dos Castelhanos
5.4 km
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Lonier Garoupas
5.4 km
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Restaurante Pé na Areia
5.4 km
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Restaurante Rei da Moqueca
5.4 km
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Canoa Café Bar e Lounge
5.4 km
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Mabela Atelie
5.1 km
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Amor e Arte Tabacaria e Barbearia
5.2 km
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Cheiro da Ilha - Aromatizadores Artesanais e Macramé
5.3 km
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Sil Modas
5.3 km
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Trilha da Ilha Moda e Turismo
5.3 km
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Biergarten Hostel
5.3 km
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Loja María Bonita
5.3 km
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Vila Digital - Ilha Grande
5.3 km
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C.A.S- Lembrança em azulejo
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Cachaçarilha Bebidas Artesanais
5.3 km
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Luz de Gaia
5.3 km
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Empório Ilha Grande Cachaça & Arte
5.3 km
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Armazém Express
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Maré Alta
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Cores da Ilha Moda Praia
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Buteko beer
5.2 km
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Moulin Ilha
5.3 km
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Garten Gastrobar
5.3 km
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Boteco Nosso Canto
5.3 km
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Pit Stop Drinks Ilha Grande
5.3 km
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Fulano e Sicrano
5.3 km
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Resenhas Bar Petiscaria
5.3 km
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Point do Mineiro e CIA
5.4 km
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Bar do Che Ilha Grande
5.7 km
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Bar Aperitivo
6.7 km
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Bacanas Bar flutuante
10.8 km
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Aloha restaurante/bar
14.5 km
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Ticão Bar
16.3 km
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D' Boa Bar e Restaurante
17.5 km
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BAR'S DELEGATE
18.0 km
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