Published on Dec, 2024

This was an excellent tour with Monica B. and Alan (our driver). It ended up being a private tour with just my husband and I as tourists. We couldn't praise her enough for her professionalism, her deep knowledge of her subjects, and her warmth and personal charm. Monica is a very knowledgeable guide, and took excellent care of us the whole way, even pointing out locations of interest along the way to the Sitío. She translated the Protuguese site guides' remarks for us, but she was also able to give us a lot of background on Roberto Burle Marx as a person, how he used his home, and some of his background. The gardens are spectacular, the landscape architecture is inspirational for anyone who gardens or just enjoys a pleasure garden. The nation of Brasil has done an excellent job of maintaining the site as it was meant to be. It was a unique and enriching experience for us in our exploration of Rio de Janeiro.

Published on Aug, 2024

We really enjoyed the tour to Sítio Burle Marx!! He was not only an accomplished landscape designer, but also a very talented painter and sculptor. The sitio contains numerous plants from all over the word, and various settings where he experimented with different characteristics for growing the plants. In his home, where he lived until his death in 1994, contains numerous paintings by Burle Marx as well as from other artists. Our tour guide Monica was also excellent. She was very knowledgeable of Burle Marx’ life as well as his many accomplishments. Monica is very friendly, and in addition to sharing her knowledge about Burle Marx and Rio de Janeiro, provided great conversation as we explored the sitio. Overall, a very nice afternoon if Rio>

Published on Jun, 2024

The driver / guide from the hotel was excellent company and spoke good English. Also the guide at Burle Marx's sitio was very informative and an excellent English speaker. All organised very well and excellent value for money.

Published on Jan, 2024

Great guide, interesting background information as travelled to the Sitio, great location, local guide also excellent and very interesting visit of plantings and artworks combined. A highlight of Rio, will visit again next time we are here

Published on Jan, 2024

We found this garden and presentation of Roberto Burle Marx fantastic and beyond our expectations. Even on a rainy day its was exquisite to walk the gardens and hear off his wife crammed with so much achievement. The guide we had Matthew was really knowledgeable and interesting.