Santa Helena Travel Guide
Belo Horizonte
Visit Santa Helena
Popular places to visit
Mineirão Stadium
Experience the passion of Brazilian soccer fans at one of the host stadiums for the 2014 World Cup. It’s also got a cutting-edge museum dedicated to the sport.
Afonso Pena Avenue
During your trip to Belo Horizonte, you can do some window-shopping at Afonso Pena Avenue. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Lagoa Pampulha
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lagoa Pampulha during your travels in Belo Horizonte. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Federal University of Minas Gerais
Explore the campus of Federal University of Minas Gerais during your trip to Belo Horizonte. Amble around the area's parks or visit its churches.
Liberty Square
Museums and stately landmarks surrounded this central square, which has gardens inspired by the designs of the Palace of Versailles.
Raul Soares Square
Gaze up at the central fountain’s powerful jets and stroll along the curves of tree-laden paths in the city’s nucleus.
Top hotels in Santa Helena
Hotel Vivenzo
Good
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Nobile Inn Pampulha
Normandy Hotel
Ouro Minas Hotel Belo Horizonte, Dolce by Wyndham
Everything was great. I would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Hotel Metropole
Hotel Continental - Belo Horizonte
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Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Helena
Barreiro de Baixo
Barreiro de Baixo might not have many top sights, but Arena MRV and BH Shopping are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Buritis
When in Buritis, you can plan a visit to BH Shopping and BeFly Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Havaí
When in Havaí, you can plan a visit to BH Shopping and Academy of Military Police, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Alpes
While there might not be top attractions in Alpes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like BH Shopping and DiamondMall.
Gameleira
Even though there aren't top sights in Gameleira, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Arena MRV. Jump on the metro at Gameleira Station to see more of the city.
Belvedere
Travellers enjoy Belvedere for its restaurants and shopping. Consider checking out BH Shopping while you're in the area.
