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 Itatiaia State Natural Monument.

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 Igreja Matriz de Nossa Senhora de Nazaré and Casa dos Contos.

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 SAR 610 per night from Mar 13 to Mar 14
SAR 610
SAR 641 total
13 Mar - 14 Mar
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 ...
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 SAR 132 per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
SAR 132
SAR 139 total
10 Mar - 11 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Ouro Preto. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Mina Du Veloso and Casa dos Contos Museum are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (62 reviews)
We DID NOT STAY , it was so bad that after waiting nearly an hour for NO REASON and seeing the SMELLY CONDITIONS OF THE ROOM,we looked for another place , I told them to stick MY MONEY UP THEIR BODY! I WILL NEVER BUY ANYTHING IN ADVANCE FROM YOU: I wasted my money

Reviewed on 15 September 2025

Hospedaria Vila Rica
Hotel Solar de Maria

Hotel Solar de Maria

3 out of 5
Rua Tome Afonso,111 Ouro Preto MG
The price is SAR 253 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
SAR 253
SAR 266 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ouro Preto. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Casa dos Contos Museum and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (134 reviews)
Enjoyable and welcoming

Reviewed on 11 December 2025

Hotel Solar de Maria
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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
Colonial House of Our Lady of the Rosary

Colonial House of Our Lady of the Rosary

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
House with 4 bedrooms in Ouro Preto historical center

House with 4 bedrooms in Ouro Preto historical center

Ouro Preto MG
Stay at this vacation home in Ouro Preto. Enjoy a garden, tennis courts, and patios. Popular attractions Parque Vale dos Contos and Casa dos Contos Museum are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Land of Gold
If you are looking for the historic flavor of Ouro Preto in your accommodations, this is the place. The location is on the main tourist street of the city, just a block from Praça Tiradentes. Inside this 200-year-old house is the living past of a remarkable city, visible in the patina-sketched living ...

Reviewed on 23 August 2018

House with 4 bedrooms in Ouro Preto historical center
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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 stop at 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

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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