One of the World's Greatest Contemporary Art Museums Is Tucked Away in the Brazilian Jungle-How to Visit

"Since Inhotim opened in 2006, art lovers have flown in to Belo Horizonte for the sole purpose of visiting the collection. With that city being a punishing (and vertiginous) 90-minute drive each way, day trips were inconvenient. But the 2024 opening of the Clara Arte Resort within the grounds of the museum has changed that. Made up of 46 bungalows, with plans to expand, the property boasts a heated pool, sauna, spa, two lounges, and a gym."

"Notably, it matches Inhotim's famed horticultural aesthetic with a biophilic design-plants are found not only throughout the interior but even poking out of the roof. Each bungalow comes with a fireplace and a balcony to take in views of the forest or surrounding mountains. A trip to this outdoor museum is weather-sensitive, and if you go between December and February, there's a good chance you'll find yourself traipsing around in the rain."

Inhotim occupies 350 acres combining a botanical garden with a sprawling contemporary art collection of 24 galleries and 29 site-specific works linked by five miles of trails. Visitors commonly need two days to experience the grounds because of distance and scale. The Clara Arte Resort opened in 2024 within the grounds and provides 46 bungalows, spa facilities, and amenities that enable overnight stays. The resort employs biophilic design, integrating plants throughout interiors and roofs, and each bungalow has a fireplace and balcony with views. Weather can affect visits, especially December–February rains that can make outdoor exploration wet. Key works include sculptures by Adriana Varejão and a suspended concrete gallery by Rodrigo Cerviño Lopez.

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