All plant museums to visit in Brazil

Immerse yourself in the world of plants at 20 museums in Brazil dedicated to botany. These museums explore the diversity, biology, and importance of plant life.

Do you love plants and nature? Here are the must-visit botanical gardens in Brazil:

  1. Inhotim Museum1

    Inhotim Museum

     Brumadinho
    The Inhotim Institute spans a vast area of 1,000 hectares, with 110 hectares open to the public. It serves as an important contemporary art center and a botanical garden. In addition to its art and nature offerings, the institute also houses a research center, several restaurants, and shops. This makes it a comprehensive destination for tourists, offering a variety of experiences in one location.
  2. Museu da Casa Brasileira2

    Museu da Casa Brasileira

     São Paulo
    The Museu da Casa Brasileira (MCB) in São Paulo is a museum that focuses on the aspects of Brazilian living through the lens of architecture and design. For over five decades, it has established itself as a national and international reference in these fields. The museum promotes programs such as the MCB Design Award, a competition created in 1986 to encourage Brazilian production in the segment, and the 'Houses of Brazil' project, aimed at preserving the memory of the diversity of Brazilian living.
  3. Museu Paraense Emílio Goeldi3

    Museu Paraense Emílio Goeldi

     Belém
    The Museu Paraense Emílio Goeldi promotes science through various facilities. It houses a natural history museum, a botanical garden, and a zoological park. Additionally, the museum manages a scientific research station in the Amazon forest, known as the Estação Científica Ferreira Penna. These facilities offer a comprehensive insight into the biodiversity of the Amazon basin.
  4. Botanical Gardens of Porto Alegre4

    Botanical Gardens of Porto Alegre

     Porto Alegre
    The Porto Alegre Botanical Garden, located on Salvador França street in Porto Alegre, Brazil, is a foundation of Rio Grande do Sul. This garden is a significant green space in the city, offering a variety of plant species for visitors to explore.
  5. Bosque Rodrigues Alves5

    Bosque Rodrigues Alves

     Belém
    The Bosque Rodrigues Alves, officially known as Jardim Botânico da Amazônia, is a botanical garden situated in Belém, the capital city of the Brazilian state of Pará. This garden is a significant part of the city's history and offers a unique opportunity to explore the diverse flora of the Amazon.
  6. Natural History Museum and Botanical Garden UFMG6

    Natural History Museum and Botanical Garden UFMG

     Belo Horizonte
    The Natural History Museum and Botanical Garden of the Federal University of Minas Gerais (MHNJB/UFMG) is a significant cultural and educational institution in the city of Belo Horizonte, Brazil. It offers a diverse range of attractions beyond its museum and collection, including an auditorium, a seedling nursery, a pond, an ecological amphitheater, and a sensory garden. These features provide a variety of experiences for visitors, making it a comprehensive destination for those interested in natural history, botany, and ecology.
  7. Museum of Natural Sciences of the Rio Grande do Sul Zoobotanical Foundation7

    Museum of Natural Sciences of the Rio Grande do Sul Zoobotanical Foundation

     Porto Alegre
    The Museum of Natural Sciences of the Rio Grande do Sul Zoobotanical Foundation is a unique Brazilian museum nestled within the Botanical Garden of Porto Alegre. This location offers visitors the opportunity to explore both the museum's exhibits and the surrounding botanical garden, providing a comprehensive experience of the region's natural history and biodiversity.
  8. Amazon Museum8

    Amazon Museum

     Manaus
    The Amazon Museum, located in Manaus, is a supplementary body of the Federal University of Amazonas. This connection to the university ensures that the museum is backed by academic rigor and research, providing visitors with a comprehensive and accurate understanding of the Amazon and its cultures.
  9. Museu Botânico Dr. João Barbosa Rodrigues9

    Museu Botânico Dr. João Barbosa Rodrigues

     São Paulo
    The Dr. João Barbosa Rodrigues Botanical Museum, also known as MBot, is a public state museum that is part of the Botanical Institute of São Paulo. It serves as a didactic-expository facility, providing educational and informative exhibits about botany. The museum is conveniently located in the Botanical Garden of São Paulo, specifically in the Cursino district of São Paulo.
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    Orquidário Municipal de Santos

     Santos
    The Orquidário Municipal de Santos, inaugurated in 1945, is a zoobotanical park that spans 22,240m². It combines the beauty of well-maintained gardens with the raw appeal of natural forests, providing a unique experience for visitors.
  11. Gerdt Hatschbach Botanical Museum11

    Gerdt Hatschbach Botanical Museum

     Curitiba
    The Gerdt Hatschbach Botanical Museum, also known as Museu Botânico de Curitiba, is situated in the city of Curitiba, in the Brazilian state of Paraná. This location is easily accessible for tourists visiting the region and offers a unique opportunity to explore Brazil's rich botanical heritage.
  12. Zoo Botanical Park Dois Irmãos12

    Zoo Botanical Park Dois Irmãos

     Recife
    Dois Irmãos State Park, also known as PEDI, is a unique combination of a park, zoo, and a conservation unit for the Atlantic Forest. It is situated in Recife, PE. The park spans over an impressive area of 1158.42 hectares, out of which 14 hectares are dedicated to the zoo. This vast expanse offers a diverse range of flora and fauna for visitors to explore and appreciate.
  13. Museum of American Man13

    Museum of American Man

     São Raimundo Nonato
    The Museum of the American Man is a treasure trove of history, housing more than 700 archaeological sites. These sites contain paintings that date back to over 12,000 years ago, offering a glimpse into the ancient past. The museum's collection is regularly updated as new discoveries are made, ensuring that there is always something new to explore.
  14. Herbário Profª Drª Marlene Freitas da Silva14

    Herbário Profª Drª Marlene Freitas da Silva

     Belém
    The Herbário Profª Drª Marlene Freitas da Silva (MFS) is a university herbarium located in the city of Belém. It is a part of the State University of Pará (UEPA) and is named in honor of the botanist Marlene Freitas da Silva, a renowned taxonomist from the Amazon specializing in the botanical family Leguminosae. The herbarium is registered under the acronym MFS in the Index Herbariorum.
  15. Parque Histórico General Bento Gonçalves15

    Parque Histórico General Bento Gonçalves

     Cristal
    The Parque Histórico General Bento Gonçalves spans an area of approximately 280 hectares. It features a native forest, ponds, fields and marshes, providing a diverse natural environment for visitors to explore. Additionally, the park also has space designated for camping.
  16. Parque Estadual Vila Rica do Espírito Santo16

    Parque Estadual Vila Rica do Espírito Santo

     Fênix
    The main attraction of the Parque Estadual de Vila Rica do Espírito Santo is the ruins of Villa Rica del Espiritu Santo. These ruins were declared a state historical heritage in 1948. The site offers a glimpse into the past, allowing visitors to explore the remnants of a once thriving settlement.
  17. Museu Florestal Octávio Vecchi17

    Museu Florestal Octávio Vecchi

     São Paulo
    The Museu Florestal Octávio Vecchi is situated within the Parque Estadual Alberto Löfgren, offering visitors a chance to explore both the museum and the park during their visit. The museum is part of the organizational structure of the Instituto Florestal, a public institution dedicated to scientific research and nature conservation. It is linked to the Secretariat of Infrastructure and Environment of the state of São Paulo, ensuring its commitment to environmental preservation and education.
  18. Museu de Paleontologia Plácido Cidade Nuvens18

    Museu de Paleontologia Plácido Cidade Nuvens

     Santana do Cariri
    The Museu de Paleontologia Plácido Cidade Nuvens is a Brazilian museum located in Santana do Cariri, Ceará. It houses a significant paleontological collection from the Cariri region and is part of the Regional University of Cariri (URCA). The museum is situated in an area known for one of the highest concentrations of fossils on the planet, preserving evidence from 110 million years ago.
  19. Museum Daniel Cargnin19

    Museum Daniel Cargnin

     Mata
    The Museum Sacerdote Daniel Cargnin is situated in the city of Mata, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. Specifically, it can be found at Comercio Street, 825. This location is easily accessible and provides a great starting point for exploring the city and its rich history.
  20. Florianópolis Botanical Garden20

    Florianópolis Botanical Garden

     Florianópolis
    The Florianópolis Botanical Garden Park is a public space situated in the Itacorubi neighborhood of Florianópolis. The park shares its borders with the Itacorubi Mangrove, offering visitors a unique blend of botanical and aquatic ecosystems.