Ouro Preto & Mariana Tour
Description
A World Heritage City and the former capital of Minas Gerais feature in this tour of Ouro Preto and Mariana. We'll see impressive baroque churches, visit two historical museums and enjoy unforgettable views of the mountains surrounding these towns.
Ouro Preto & Mariana Tour
After picking you up at your hotel in Ouro Preto, we'll start a tour to discover all the charms of this World Heritage City.
We'll first visit the church of San Francisco, a symbol of this historic town. We will reveal the secrets of this work by Aleijadinho, a key figure of baroque style in Minas Gerais.
Afterwards, we'll proceed to the Carmo church and visit the Inconfidência Museum, learning about the founding of Ouro Preto in the 18th century when it was known as Vila Rica. Before leaving, we'll explore the Oratory Museum, which features significant pieces of art.
There will be an hour and a half of free time for lunch before boarding the minibus to Mariana. Here, we'll visit Minas Gerais square for a panoramic view of the colonial architecture and mountains.
During the guided tour of Mariana, we'll see the churches of Carmen and San Francisco, the Town Hall, and the Pelourinho, significant for its historical context.
The tour will conclude 9 hours later, with a drop-off at your hotel in Ouro Preto.
Kids Under 7 Years Old
- Kids under 7 must use an adapted car seat.
- If you don't have your own, you'll need to rent one on the day of the activity.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop–off by minibus or bus
- Portuguese–speaking guide
What's not included
- Food and drinks
- Admission: 20BRL per person
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
We'll pick you up from your hotel in Ouro Preto at the indicated time. The local provider will contact you the day before the tour to confirm the exact pickup time, as this may vary depending on weather conditions and the location of your accommodation. Please be ready 10 minutes before the tour.
Tickets not included
Please note that entrance fees are not included. You'll have to pay approximately 20BRL per person on the day of the activity.
Kids Under 7 Years Old
- Kids under 7 must use an adapted car seat.
- If you don't have your own, you'll need to rent one on the day of the activity.
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