What to do in Belo Horizonte, capital of Minas Gerais
Posted: Sun Dec 22, 2024 6:31 am
Belo Horizonte, the capital of the land of cheese bread, is one of the most sought-after destinations and for good reason. Cuisine, architectural complexes, bars and a look that mixes tradition and modernity. This guide is an invitation to explore the most iconic spots in the capital of Minas Gerais, try the local cuisine and discover unmissable places inside and outside the city center.
What can't be missing from your itinerary
Postcard of the city designed by Oscar Niemeyer is surrounded by iconic buildings, such as the Igrejinha, Museu de Arte, Lagoa and Mineirão.
Pampulha Complex
Postcard of the city designed by Oscar Niemeyer is surrounded by iconic buildings, such as the Igrejinha, Museu de Arte, Lagoa and Mineirão.
Want to watch the sunset? Praça do Papa is the perfect viewpoint to enjoy this moment. The Serra do Curral in the background is another complement to this experience.
Pope's Square
Want to watch the sunset? Praça do Papa is the perfect viewpoint to enjoy this moment. The Serra do Curral in the background is another addition to this experience.
From cheeses and sweets to handicrafts, the Mercado Central is one of the most traditional spots in BH. Ideal for sampling Minas Gerais cuisine and buying typical products.
Central Market
From cheeses and sweets to handicrafts, the Mercado Central is one of the most traditional spots in BH. Ideal for sampling Minas Gerais cuisine and buying typical products.
Close to Praça da Estação, Rua Sapucaí is a popular spot among young people from different tribes. It is known for its bars and one of the most attractive views of BH.
Sapucai
Close to Praça da Estação, Rua Sapucaí is a popular spot among young people from different tribes. It is known for its bars and one of the most attractive views of BH.
The bohemian and cultural heart of the capital, Savassi is famous for its cafes, bars and shops. If you want entertainment, shopping and a vibrant nightlife, you know where to go
Savassi
The bohemian and cultural heart of the capital, Savassi is famous for its cafes, bars and shops. It is an option for those who want entertainment and to do some shopping.
Surrounded by historic buildings that have been turned into museums, Praça da Liberdade is one of the most iconic landmarks in BH. Admission is free.
Freedom Square
Surrounded by historic buildings that have been turned into museums, Praça da Liberdade is one of the most iconic landmarks in BH. Admission is free.
Where to eat real Minas Gerais food?
Italian cantina serving a wide menu of traditional vietnam phone number list and Minas Gerais dishes, with a wine list.
Lucca's Canteen
Italian cantina serving traditional and Minas Gerais dishes, with a wine list.
Where? Av. Augusto de Lima, 233 – Centro
Opening hours? Sunday to Thursday (11:30 am to 1 am) | Friday and Saturday (11:30 am to 2 am)
Reservations and information? HERE
Coffee, classic appetizers and a variety of drinks in a traditional bohemian space.
Palhares Coffee
Coffee, classic appetizers and a variety of drinks in a traditional bohemian space.
Where? Rua dos Tupinambás, 638 – Centro
Opening hours? Monday to Thursday (8am to 5pm) | Friday (8am to 7pm) | Saturday (8am to 4pm)
Reservations and information? HERE
Traditional Minas Gerais cuisine prepared in a wood-fired oven with à la carte options in a rustic family atmosphere
Xapuri
Traditional Minas Gerais cuisine prepared in a wood-fired oven with à la carte options.
Where? Rua Mandacarú, 260, Trevo
Opening hours? Tuesday to Saturday (11am to 10pm) | Sunday (11am to 5pm)
Reservations and information? HERE
If you can, don't miss it.
The Hippie Fair, held on Sundays on Avenida Afonso Pena, is one of the largest open-air craft fairs in Latin America
Hippie Fair
Held on Sundays on Avenida Afonso Pena, it is one of the largest open-air craft fairs in Latin America.
Mercado Novo is a space that mixes the traditional with the modern, housing everything from old shops to innovative bars and restaurants.
New Market
A space that mixes the traditional with the modern, housing everything from old shops to innovative bars and restaurants
Parque das Mangabeiras is the largest urban park in Belo Horizonte, offering trails, viewpoints and a rich fauna and flora.
Mangabeiras Park
At the foot of Serra do Curral, it is the largest urban park in Belo Horizonte, offering trails, viewpoints and a rich fauna and flora.
Places close to BH
Located 90 minutes from Belo Horizonte, Inhotim is the largest open-air museum in the world. The museum features works by contemporary artists. Tickets start at R$25.
Inhotim Institute
Located 90 minutes from Belo Horizonte, Inhotim is the largest open-air museum in the world. The museum features works by contemporary artists. Tickets start at R$25.
Sabará is a charming historic city with baroque churches and cobblestone streets 25 minutes from BH. It is a must-see for those who enjoy culture and history.
Sabara
Sabará is a charming historic city with baroque churches and cobblestone streets 25 minutes from BH. It is a must-see for those who enjoy culture and history.
1h30 from Belo Horizonte, Serra do Cipó is a natural paradise with waterfalls, trails and breathtaking landscapes. Ideal for those seeking contact with nature and adventure.
Cipo Mountains
1h30 from Belo Horizonte, Serra do Cipó is a natural paradise with waterfalls, trails and breathtaking landscapes. Ideal for those seeking contact with nature and adventure.
Where to stay?
Belo Horizonte offers a variety of accommodations to suit all tastes and budgets. If you want to stay close to the main tourist attractions, such as Pampulha or Savassi, OnHappy has several hotel options for you to choose from.
Make the most of your visit with the help of OnHappy and discover the best that the capital of Minas Gerais has to offer!
Bon voyage!
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What can't be missing from your itinerary
Postcard of the city designed by Oscar Niemeyer is surrounded by iconic buildings, such as the Igrejinha, Museu de Arte, Lagoa and Mineirão.
Pampulha Complex
Postcard of the city designed by Oscar Niemeyer is surrounded by iconic buildings, such as the Igrejinha, Museu de Arte, Lagoa and Mineirão.
Want to watch the sunset? Praça do Papa is the perfect viewpoint to enjoy this moment. The Serra do Curral in the background is another complement to this experience.
Pope's Square
Want to watch the sunset? Praça do Papa is the perfect viewpoint to enjoy this moment. The Serra do Curral in the background is another addition to this experience.
From cheeses and sweets to handicrafts, the Mercado Central is one of the most traditional spots in BH. Ideal for sampling Minas Gerais cuisine and buying typical products.
Central Market
From cheeses and sweets to handicrafts, the Mercado Central is one of the most traditional spots in BH. Ideal for sampling Minas Gerais cuisine and buying typical products.
Close to Praça da Estação, Rua Sapucaí is a popular spot among young people from different tribes. It is known for its bars and one of the most attractive views of BH.
Sapucai
Close to Praça da Estação, Rua Sapucaí is a popular spot among young people from different tribes. It is known for its bars and one of the most attractive views of BH.
The bohemian and cultural heart of the capital, Savassi is famous for its cafes, bars and shops. If you want entertainment, shopping and a vibrant nightlife, you know where to go
Savassi
The bohemian and cultural heart of the capital, Savassi is famous for its cafes, bars and shops. It is an option for those who want entertainment and to do some shopping.
Surrounded by historic buildings that have been turned into museums, Praça da Liberdade is one of the most iconic landmarks in BH. Admission is free.
Freedom Square
Surrounded by historic buildings that have been turned into museums, Praça da Liberdade is one of the most iconic landmarks in BH. Admission is free.
Where to eat real Minas Gerais food?
Italian cantina serving a wide menu of traditional vietnam phone number list and Minas Gerais dishes, with a wine list.
Lucca's Canteen
Italian cantina serving traditional and Minas Gerais dishes, with a wine list.
Where? Av. Augusto de Lima, 233 – Centro
Opening hours? Sunday to Thursday (11:30 am to 1 am) | Friday and Saturday (11:30 am to 2 am)
Reservations and information? HERE
Coffee, classic appetizers and a variety of drinks in a traditional bohemian space.
Palhares Coffee
Coffee, classic appetizers and a variety of drinks in a traditional bohemian space.
Where? Rua dos Tupinambás, 638 – Centro
Opening hours? Monday to Thursday (8am to 5pm) | Friday (8am to 7pm) | Saturday (8am to 4pm)
Reservations and information? HERE
Traditional Minas Gerais cuisine prepared in a wood-fired oven with à la carte options in a rustic family atmosphere
Xapuri
Traditional Minas Gerais cuisine prepared in a wood-fired oven with à la carte options.
Where? Rua Mandacarú, 260, Trevo
Opening hours? Tuesday to Saturday (11am to 10pm) | Sunday (11am to 5pm)
Reservations and information? HERE
If you can, don't miss it.
The Hippie Fair, held on Sundays on Avenida Afonso Pena, is one of the largest open-air craft fairs in Latin America
Hippie Fair
Held on Sundays on Avenida Afonso Pena, it is one of the largest open-air craft fairs in Latin America.
Mercado Novo is a space that mixes the traditional with the modern, housing everything from old shops to innovative bars and restaurants.
New Market
A space that mixes the traditional with the modern, housing everything from old shops to innovative bars and restaurants
Parque das Mangabeiras is the largest urban park in Belo Horizonte, offering trails, viewpoints and a rich fauna and flora.
Mangabeiras Park
At the foot of Serra do Curral, it is the largest urban park in Belo Horizonte, offering trails, viewpoints and a rich fauna and flora.
Places close to BH
Located 90 minutes from Belo Horizonte, Inhotim is the largest open-air museum in the world. The museum features works by contemporary artists. Tickets start at R$25.
Inhotim Institute
Located 90 minutes from Belo Horizonte, Inhotim is the largest open-air museum in the world. The museum features works by contemporary artists. Tickets start at R$25.
Sabará is a charming historic city with baroque churches and cobblestone streets 25 minutes from BH. It is a must-see for those who enjoy culture and history.
Sabara
Sabará is a charming historic city with baroque churches and cobblestone streets 25 minutes from BH. It is a must-see for those who enjoy culture and history.
1h30 from Belo Horizonte, Serra do Cipó is a natural paradise with waterfalls, trails and breathtaking landscapes. Ideal for those seeking contact with nature and adventure.
Cipo Mountains
1h30 from Belo Horizonte, Serra do Cipó is a natural paradise with waterfalls, trails and breathtaking landscapes. Ideal for those seeking contact with nature and adventure.
Where to stay?
Belo Horizonte offers a variety of accommodations to suit all tastes and budgets. If you want to stay close to the main tourist attractions, such as Pampulha or Savassi, OnHappy has several hotel options for you to choose from.
Make the most of your visit with the help of OnHappy and discover the best that the capital of Minas Gerais has to offer!
Bon voyage!
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Are you already an Onhappy traveler? Access the platform and explore all the accommodation options and exclusive discounts for your next trip! If you are not yet a member, talk to your company's HR department about joining the OnHappy benefit.
And if you’re in HR, don’t waste any more time! Talk to one of our experts and find out how to bring OnHappy to your company, providing incredible benefits for your employees.