Ouro Preto Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Founded at the end of the 17th century, Ouro Preto (Black Gold in portuguese) is a major tourist destination and considered a World Heritage Site by Unesco because of its outstanding Baroque architect
Founded at the end of the 17th century, Ouro Preto (Black Gold in portuguese) is a major tourist destination and considered a World Heritage Site by Unesco because of its outstanding Baroque architect
#likealocal From afar you can see the imposing Nossa Senhora do Carmo Church, one of the main tourist attractions located in the central part of the city. Ouro Preto is a historic city full of cultural attractions. There you can find winding streets, centenary churches, old houses and many places that are part of the time of the discovery of Brazil. If you are passionate about history there is it possible to hire a guide and know details of each place visited and besides beautiful photos you will get out of there with amazing content!
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Where to stay in Ouro Preto

#likealocal Lavras Novas is a little town of Minas Gerais next to the historical city of Ouro Preto. The access is made by dirt road and the great attraction is the contact with nature. It has paradisiacal places, trails, waterfalls and it is possible to hire guided tours and 4x4 alternative transportation. It has simple and cozy inns and restaurants. And at night it is still possible to see a magnificent starry sky that is not found in the big cities! This is the “Valentine's #Waterfall”!

Lavras Novas

If you're spending some time in Lavras Novas, Lovers Waterfall and Tirolesa Zipline are top sights worth seeing.

Lavras Novas
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Cachoeira do Campo

You'll enjoy the museums and historical sites in Cachoeira do Campo. You might want to make time for a stop at Casa dos Contos or Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora de Nazaré.

Cachoeira do Campo
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Santo Antonio do Leite

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Santo Antonio do Leite and surrounding area, you can visit Casa dos Contos and Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora de Nazaré.

Santo Antonio do Leite
#likealocal From afar you can see the imposing Nossa Senhora do Carmo Church, one of the main tourist attractions located in the central part of the city. Ouro Preto is a historic city full of cultural attractions. There you can find winding streets, centenary churches, old houses and many places that are part of the time of the discovery of Brazil. If you are passionate about history there is it possible to hire a guide and know details of each place visited and besides beautiful photos you will get out of there with amazing content!

Antônio Dias

While visiting Antônio Dias, you might make a stop by sights like Casa de Tomas Antonio Gonzaga and Museu da Inconfidencia.

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Glaura

When in Glaura, you can plan a visit to Casa dos Contos and Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora de Nazaré, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Glaura
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Amarantina

Travellers like the museums in Amarantina, and Museu Das Reducoes is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Amarantina
Vila Galé Collection Ouro Preto

Vila Galé Collection Ouro Preto

4 out of 5
Rodovia dos Inconfidentes, KM 78 Ouro Preto MG
The price is £120 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
£120
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Ouro Preto. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora de Nazaré and Casa ...
7.2/10 Good! (69 reviews)
Maravilhoso

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Vila Galé Collection Ouro Preto
Pousada Sinhá Olímpia

Pousada Sinhá Olímpia

3 out of 5
R. Dom Helvécio, n. 180, Cabeças Ouro Preto MG
The price is £46 per night from 9 Feb to 10 Feb
£46
9 Feb - 10 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this pousada in Ouro Preto. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Handicraft Market and Mina Du Veloso are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (153 reviews)
A charming small hotel
A beautiful hotel with friendly helpful staff, pleasant bedrooms, and an outside pool. The complimentary afternoon coffee and cake is lovely idea.

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2025

Pousada Sinhá Olímpia
Le Ville

Le Ville

3.5 out of 5
Rod. dos Inconfidentes, s/n Ouro Preto Minas Gerais
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Ouro Preto. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Estação Ecológica do Tripuí and Handicraft ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (145 reviews)
In Brazil childrem are not allowed in Motel. Only 21 and older. .on the site that is nothing saying that Levile is a Motel. Very wrong.i had to spend the night with my 2 teenagers because i got the for my check in around 10:30. Expedia needs to specify if it is a Hotel or Motel. There is notice sayind ...

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

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Loft Pet Friendly c Garagem no Morro da Queimada

Loft Pet Friendly c Garagem no Morro da Queimada

2 out of 5
Ouro Preto Minas Gerais
Stay at this apartment in Ouro Preto. Enjoy free parking. Popular attractions Felipe dos Santos Mine and Igreja Matriz de Santa Efigenia are located nearby.
Loft Pet Friendly c Garagem no Morro da Queimada
ALDEA zen chalés e suítes privativos

ALDEA zen chalés e suítes privativos

2 out of 5
R. Rio Ipiranga, 234 Ouro Preto MG
Stay at this cabin in Ouro Preto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free bicycles on-site and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Pico de Raios Zen Buddhist Monastery ...
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Colonial House of Our Lady of the Rosary

Colonial House of Our Lady of the Rosary

2 out of 5
Ouro Preto MG
Stay at this holiday home in Ouro Preto. Popular attractions Mina Du Veloso and Handicraft Market are located nearby.
Colonial House of Our Lady of the Rosary
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Popular places to visit

#likealocal From afar you can see the imposing Nossa Senhora do Carmo Church, one of the main tourist attractions located in the central part of the city. Ouro Preto is a historic city full of cultural attractions. There you can find winding streets, centenary churches, old houses and many places that are part of the time of the discovery of Brazil. If you are passionate about history there is it possible to hire a guide and know details of each place visited and besides beautiful photos you will get out of there with amazing content!

Nossa Senhora do Carmo Church

Nossa Senhora do Carmo Church is just one of the places to see in Ouro Preto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's museums and churches.

Nossa Senhora do Carmo Church
Dusk in Ouro Preto..

Our Lady of Rosario dos Pretos Church

Our Lady of Rosario dos Pretos Church is just one of the places to see in Ouro Preto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's waterfalls and churches.

Our Lady of Rosario dos Pretos Church

Tiradentes Square

You can learn about the history of Ouro Preto with a visit to Tiradentes Square. Discover the area's museums and churches.

Tiradentes Square

Nossa Senhora do Pilar Church

Nossa Senhora do Pilar Church is just one of the places to see in Ouro Preto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's museums and churches.

Nossa Senhora do Pilar Church

Federal University of Ouro Preto

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Federal University of Ouro Preto during your trip to Ouro Preto. Discover the area's museums and churches.

Federal University of Ouro Preto

Museu da Inconfidencia

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Museu da Inconfidencia during your travels in Ouro Preto. Discover the area's museums and churches.

Museu da Inconfidencia

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Ouro Branco

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