12 days in Belo Horizonte Itinerary

Named for its spectacular mountain views, and known locally as the "Garden City," Belo Horizonte has historically fostered a connection with nature since its inauguration in 1897.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Igreja Nossa Senhora do Carmo and Doze Profetas De Aleijadinho. Get out of town with these interesting Belo Horizonte side-trips: Inhotim (in Brumadinho), Congonhas (Bom Jesus do Congonhas, Capelas dos Passos da Paixao de Cristo, & more) and Ouro Preto (Oratory Museum (Museu Do Oratorio), Museum of Mineralogy, & more). And it doesn't end there: don't miss a visit to Praca da Liberdade, explore the fascinating underground world of Rei Do Mato Cave, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Santuario do Caraca, and indulge your taste buds at Mercado Central de Belo Horizonte.

To find reviews, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Belo Horizonte day trip site .

Expect a daytime high around 35°C in February, and nighttime lows around 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sun) to allow time to travel back home.