Ouro Preto

Travel 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

While visiting Lavras Novas, you might make a stop by sights like Lovers Waterfall and Tirolesa Zipline.

Lavras Novas
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Cachoeira do Campo

You'll enjoy the museums and historic 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

Santo Antonio do Leite might not have many top sights, but Casa dos Contos and Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora de Nazaré are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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

If you're spending some time in Antônio Dias, Museu da Inconfidencia and Ouro Preto Crafts Fair are top sights worth seeing.

Antônio Dias
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Glaura

While Glaura might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Casa dos Contos and Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora de Nazaré.

Glaura
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Amarantina

Travelers 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 CA $213 per night from Feb 12 to Feb 13
CA $213
CA $224 total
Feb 12 - Feb 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Ouro Preto. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora de Nazaré ...
7.2/10 Good! (68 reviews)
Tivemos uma bela estadia. Um EXCELENTE atendimento. Certamente voltaremos.

Reviewed on Jan 31, 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 CA $82 per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
CA $82
CA $87 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this pousada in Ouro Preto. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, 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 Apr 30, 2025

Pousada Sinhá Olímpia
Le Ville

Le Ville

3.5 out of 5
Rod. dos Inconfidentes, s/n Ouro Preto Minas Gerais
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Ouro Preto. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Estação Ecológica do Tripuí ...
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 Feb 2, 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 WiFi, free bicycles on site, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Pico de Raios Zen Buddhist Monastery ...
ALDEA zen chalés e suítes privativos
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 vacation 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

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

4/5(2 reviews)

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

Tiradentes Square

Nossa Senhora do Pilar Church

5/5(1 review)

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

Explore the campus of 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 time 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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