The city of Belo Horizonte is a sunny retreat in the mountains with great parks, art galleries, theaters and historical monuments.
Brazilian city Belo Horizonte is surrounded by large parks and mountains. It was founded in the 19th century with the mining industry at its core. Now, as one of the largest cities in Brazil, it is a center of fashion, art and business.
Enjoy a trip to the popular Praça de Estação (Station Square) in the downtown area. Look for the museum that is also a former train station. Browse exhibits about old professions including cobblers and metal workers.
Remaining in the city center, visit the first church to be constructed in Belo Horizonte: Igreja São José (San Jose Church). Admire its grandiose façade, Gothic-style spires and stained-glass windows. The church is a regular meeting place for travelers and locals.
Near the San Jose Church is the Museu Mineiro (Mining Museum). Learn about old tools and see old furniture and other artifacts from the 18th century. Peruse the mining-themed sculptures and other artwork on display.
Spend the evening at one of the principal art hubs in the city, the Palácio das Artas (Art Palace), which is both a theater and a gallery. Enjoy classical recitals and other music events in the spacious concert hall with great acoustics. The Savassi district is known for its excellent nightlife and many restaurants. Enjoy meats cooked over a wood stove and mineiro cheese from local dairies. Drink caipirinha cocktails or locally produced coffee while you listen to Brazilian rock or dance the samba.
Plan your visit to Belo Horizonte around an international festival: photography, short film and comics, among others. Attend a soccer match at the Mineirão Stadium, chosen as one of Brazil’s host arenas for the World Cup in 2014.
Belo Horizonte’s temperature remains fairly steady throughout the year with hot, wet weather from November through March and warm, dry winter months. You can reach the city by flying into the international airport, which is about 25 miles (40 kilometers) north of Belo Horizonte. It’s also possible to travel there by bus from other major Brazilian cities.
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Santo Antonio is well-liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Liberty Square and Afonso Pena Avenue.
Top Hotels in Belo Horizonte
Estimated price for 1 night / 2 adults
ibis budget Belo Horizonte Afonso Pena
2.5 out of 5
Rua Rio Grande do Norte 784, Belo Horizonte, MG
￥3,041
per night
Dec 9 - Dec 10
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Located in Lourdes, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Minas Centro Convention Center, Central Market, and Raul Soares Square. DiamondMall and Liberty ...…Located in Lourdes, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Minas Centro Convention Center, Central Market, and Raul Soares Square. DiamondMall and Liberty ...WWW…
3.9/5Very Good! (470 reviews)
Great Value
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Avenida Barbacena, 41, Barro Preto, Belo Horizonte, MG
￥3,877
per night
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Located in Barro Preto, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Academy of Military Police and Afonso Pena Avenue. Liberty Square and September Seven Square are ...…Located in Barro Preto, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Academy of Military Police and Afonso Pena Avenue. Liberty Square and September Seven Square are ...WWW…
4.4/5Excellent! (1,029 reviews)
"Nice clean updated property. Walkable to shopping and restaurants."…""Nice clean updated property. Walkable to shopping and restaurants."WWW…"
Experience the passion of Brazilian soccer fans at one of the host stadiums for the 2014 World Cup. It’s also got a cutting-edge museum dedicated to the sport.
Oscar Niemeyer’s beautiful and controversial masterpiece of organic modernism is one of Brazil’s most celebrated landmarks and Belo Horizonte’s shining jewel.
You can enjoy some retail therapy when you visit Afonso Pena Avenue, a popular shopping spot in Belo Horizonte. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
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