It is in Parque Lage that “Cariocas” enjoy good moments of leisure, in communion with nature, in a vast area with gardens, lakes and caves, in a total of 52 hectares of terrains. A park that the locals themselves like to visit. Lot’s of green spaces to spend a good time with the company of family and friends. It is also one special place for lovers. So if you are in good company in Rio de Janeiro, do not forget to visit Lage Park. It is currently in the Lage Park that the School of Visual Arts works, which has exhibits that you can enjoy. In the inner courtyard, take time out to relax with the bar and restaurant service while looking at Christ the Redeemer. Lage Park has a strong presence in the personality of the city of Rio de Janeiro, and many stories to tell that deserve to be known. Do you accept the invitation?
A park with a history The area where the park is located was destined to the production of sugar in the XVI century, from Morro do Corcovado to the banks of the Rodrigo de Freitas lagoon. Among many owners exchanges, in the first half of XIX century, part of the land belonged to an Englishman who engaged the landscaper John Tyndale to design the garden in romantic style, with European influences. It was then owned by the entrepreneur Henrique Lage, who gives his name to the park today, and who ordered the building of the palace of the Lage Park, of Roman inspiration. Later, the property passed into the hands of the Brazilian state.
Practical Information The address and hours of Lage Park: Rua Jardim Botânico, no. 414, bairro do Jardim Botânico - Rio de Janeiro Daily, from 8 am to 5 pm Free entrance