Ouro Preto

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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
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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

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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! 
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Lavras Novas

While visiting Lavras Novas, you might make a stop by sights like Lovers Waterfall and Itacolomi State Park.

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.

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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
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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.

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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.

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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 AED 592 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
AED 592
AED 622 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
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 ...
7/10 Good! (62 reviews)
A estrutura do hotel é muito boa, porém o serviço precisa ser melhorado, poucos funcionários para o atendimento o que o torna extremamente demorado, piscina coberta é cobrada a parte o que não deveria ocorrer, as piscinas fecham as 18 e o checkin é a partir das 15:00 horas mas até sermos atendidos ...

Reviewed on 8 January 2026

Vila Galé Collection Ouro Preto
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! (144 reviews)
This is an "adult property", not a proper place to stay unless one is looking for a discrete place to have sex. I feel I was bamboozled into making this reservation and I doubt I will ever see my money back. For the record, it is a very long distance from the center of Ouro Preto.

Reviewed on 25 October 2023

Le Ville
Pousada Sinhá Olímpia

Pousada Sinhá Olímpia

3 out of 5
R. Dom Helvécio, n. 180, Cabeças Ouro Preto MG
The price is AED 263 per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
AED 263
AED 276 total
25 Jan - 26 Jan
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! (152 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 April 2025

Pousada Sinhá Olímpia
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.
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
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.

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