Location: Belo Horizonte
Top Things to do in Belo Horizonte
Top Restaurants in Belo Horizonte
The 10 Best Things to Do in Belo Horizonte, Brazil
The name says it all: Belo Horizonte, or “beautiful horizon,” has stunning views of surrounding mountains. Built as a planned city about a century ago, its tree-lined streets are laid out in a tidy grid. Explore the modern Brazilian architecture of the Pampulha neighborhood, relax in Mangabeiras Park or indulge in some epic retail therapy. Refresh with a cachaça rum cocktail, or tuck into a sumptuous pile of meat at a traditional Brazilian barbecue restaurant.
Restaurants in Belo Horizonte
1. Mercado Central de Belo Horizonte
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By Everson S - Austria
...hot, crowded and difficult to find a parking place. Nothing extraordinary. If you like markets, just take a little extra patience with you... The people are kind and like to help. But I guess I'm over with such places...
2. Praca da Liberdade
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By Jarko2015 - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
The plaza has a very nice, open park, with Fountains, statues etc, as well as an impressive, palm tree lined walkway. It's a nice spot to relax and people watch, but as it's surrounded by some of the most impressive architecture in Belo Horizonte, as well as the best museums, this is a must see part of the city.
3. Memorial Minas Gerais Vale
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Defined as an EXPERIENCE MUSEUM, Memorial Minas Gerais Vale brings the soul and traditions of Minas Gerais in an original and interactive way. Actual and virtual scenarios mix up to create experiences and sensations that take visitors from the 18th century to the 21st century. Far from giving visibility only to the historical record, the Memorial puts present and past in direct contact, thus promoting other forms of bringing visitors closer to issues present throughout our times. Opened in 2010, the building where Memorial Vale is located formally headquartered the Minas Gerais Treasury Department. The historical building dates back to 1897 and is the place where Belo Horizonte's foundation stone was set. The construction is listed by the Historical and Artistic Heritage Institute of Minas Gerais - IEPHA/MG. The Memorial was created and is maintained by Vale through its Foundation, and is part of the Praca da Liberdade Cultural Circuit. Visitation is open to everyone, free of charge Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday: from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with doors open until 6 p.m. Thursday: from 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., with doors open until 10 p.m. Sunday: from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with doors open until 4 p.m.
Reviewed By Luiz Eduardo S - Sao Paulo, SP
I have to say that I have traveled a lot and visited a lot of museums this one I can certify is a great choice! The best attractions are the opportunity to 'revive' a theater in their 1800 and sit in a room in the middle of a debate about inconfidencia mineira
4. Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil Belo Horizonte
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
The Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil Belo Horizonte occupies a building from 1930, fully renovated in 2009, with six floors and 12 thousand square meters of constructed area - 8 thousand square meters open to the public and 4 million square feet that will be open in a next phase of reformations - which puts the CCBB BH amongst the greatest cultural centers of Brazil. Theatre with Seating capacity of 264 people, a multipurpose room for audiovisual, a library and two cafeterias fill the neoclassical architecture, as well as large exhibition galleries. Visits to the building and the exhibits are free. Tickets for theater Performances of dance and music cost R$ 10 (full) and R$ 5 (half). Open Wednesday to Monday from 9am to 21pm.
Reviewed By XandeGC - Belo Horizonte, MG
Sundely you find a great exposition in this place, other time you find some new interesting artist, but, most of the time, you don´t find such interesting things. Better check in the site (it it is updated) to see if you find something worthy to see.
5. Sao Jose Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Daily 7am-7pm (Tue 7am-6pm)
Reviewed By Paul_n_Cris - Melbourne, Australia
The church is in the middle of renovations at the moment with a planned finish date of Dec 2013. Lots of scaffolding make it difficult to see all the ceiling and wall paintings. What can be seen thought looks very good, when it has been finished it will be well with a visit.
3 stars now, but 4 when it has been finished
6. Palacio das Artes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By vandarosi - Belo Horizonte, MG
Palácio das Arts is the venue in the state of Minas Gerais: famous operas, best plays, famous singers, whatever. One of the most modern building in the capital of the state, located in a beautiful downtown park in the main avenue. When in Belo Horizonte, it is a must!
7. Museu De Artes & Oficios
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 713 reviews
In the city center of Belo Horizonte, in the old Central Station, you will find one of the most importants Brazilian museums: the Arts and Labor Museum. The exhibition rooms are located in two beautiful restored historical buildings and present a collection of more than 2,500 pieces dedicated to the world of labor in the country, especially for pre-industrial period. The train and metro platforms that go through the museum buildings are still active and that integrates the new institution to the daily life of the city. OPENING HOURS Tuesday: From 9 a.m to 9 p.m Wednesday to Sunday: From 9 a.m to 5 p.m
Reviewed By Frank d - Winston Salem, North Carolina
It was a rainy day in Belo Horizonte so I decided to visit the Museum of Arts and Crafts. Admission is free on Saturdays but they close at 5PM - The museum is full of extremely interesting artifacts created by man for specific purposes, most of the practical, as well as many artistic forms and photographs. The collection is divided in two buildings A and B with B having the largest number of exhibits. It will take a couple hours to view the entire collection and it is well worth your time. The Metro line crosses right through the buildings, but building B can be accessed thru a tunnel. The collection has items about woodworking, mining, ceramics, leather, gem cutting and goldsmithery, yarn and textiles, energy, fire, commerce, etc. Plenty to see and helpful staff to answer any of your questions. There's also a small Café on the first floor right by the entrance where you can enjoy refreshments and a snack.
8. Sesc Palladium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 667 reviews
Reviewed By Maggie J
I have been to this theater on several occasions. The sound quality is good and the Seating ample. There is nearby parking in two privately owned parking garages. One across the street and the other next door to the theater. The only negative is that Sesc is a little tricky to find if you are unfamiliar with the area. But overall not a bad place to see a performance.
9. Serra Da Moeda
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 735 reviews
Reviewed By Rishav G - Belo Horizonte, MG
The place is nice for a weekend hike or to hangout with friends. One can also go hang-gliding from one of the points, but you have to carry your own equipments.
10. Basilica Nossa Senhora de Lourdes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 627 reviews
Reviewed By Jarko2015 - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
I don't think this basilica is nearly as old as it's trying to look. Designed in a very European, gothic style, it's actually a relatively modern building. Regardless, there is really, really impressive stained glass that is definitely worth checking out.
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