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 Rp2.762.882 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
Rp2.762.882
Rp2.901.036 total
17 Feb - 18 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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (71 reviews)
Maravilhoso

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Vila Galé Collection Ouro Preto
Hospedaria Vila Rica

Hospedaria Vila Rica

2.5 out of 5
R. São Miguel Arcânjo 225 Ouro Preto MG
The price is Rp599.548 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
Rp599.548
Rp629.525 total
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Ouro Preto. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Mina Du Veloso and Casa dos Contos Museum are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (61 reviews)
For the price the property is decent. The bed was comfortable and coffee and pastries are served for breakfast. Expect no heating during the winter months of the southern hemisphere as it can be cold.

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Hospedaria Vila Rica
Pousada Sinhá Olímpia

Pousada Sinhá Olímpia

3 out of 5
R. Dom Helvécio, n. 180, Cabeças Ouro Preto MG
The price is Rp1.257.116 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
Rp1.257.116
Rp1.319.971 total
19 Feb - 20 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! (158 reviews)
Clean room, nice place, a bit far from Historic Center, need to Uber or Drive. Breakfast not too good, mainly ate the fruit.

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Pousada Sinhá Olímpia
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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 ...
ALDEA zen chalés e suítes privativos
Ed. HSS

Ed. HSS

2.5 out of 5
Rua Professor Antonio De Paula Ribas 67 Ouro Preto MG
Stay at this apartment in Ouro Preto. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Casa dos Contos Museum and Parque Vale dos Contos are located ...
Boa opção
+ Bem localizado; Casa bem ampla e espaçosa com 3 quartos, cozinha e sala; Fácil comunicação com a recepção. - A limpeza realmente deixa muito a desejar; Toalhas e cobertas pretas, assim não é possível saber se estão limpas; Garagem paga e muito apertada Apesar desses pontos negativos, o valor da ...

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2021

Ed. HSS
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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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