Burle Marx & Casa do Pontal full day

Flora © Projeto Brazilie

In 1949, Roberto Burle Marx decided to buy a sitio where he could store his collection of plants. So he bought, along with his brother Siegfried, the Sitio Santo Antonio da Bica. In March 11th, 1985, he donated the Sitio to the Brazilian government in trust for posterity. In an area estimated in 100 acres, Burle Marx could bring together one of the most important collections of semi-tropical and tropical plants of the world. This valuable collection is considered a National Monument since 1985.

Casa Do Pontal
The museum stands on one of the most beautiful sites of Rio de Janeiro, in a pleasant country house and grounds at Recreio dos Bandeirantes, between the sea and the Serra de Grumari Ecological Reserve.
This is the largest museum of Brazilian Folk Art. The only one in Brazil to afford a comprehensive view of the life and culture of the Brazilian people.

Program Summary
09.00a.m.
Transfer from hotel to Recreio Dos Bandeirantes, where Sitio Burle Marx is located.

10.00a.m.
Arrive in the Sitio Burle Marx and visit gardens, plant houses, 17th century chapel, museum.

14.00a.m.
Board on transfer from Burle Marx to Casa do Pontal

14.30a.m.
Arrive at Casa do Pontal and visit the biggest collection of folklore art; 5000 statues by 200 artists.

17.00 a.m.
Transfer back to hotel (Estimated time of arrival at hotel or agreed place)

General Information

Capacity:	Minimum of 1 and maximum of 15 travelers
Guide Language:	English. Other language upon request
Level:	Easy Level Program
Included:	Local transportation, bilingual guide, information leaflet, entrance fees
Not Included:	Any kind of insurance, drinks
Personal Gear:	Light and comfortable clothes, sneakers or walking boots, mosquito repellent