Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Belo Horizonte

Belo Horizonte , Brazil

Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Belo Horizonte

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About this experience

Belo Horizonte can sometimes feel inaccessible to foreign visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private walking tour. This is a personalized experience where you will discover the exterior of monuments, including museums. However, if you would like to include a museum visit, we can create a customized itinerary just for you—simply let us know in advance.
Your guide contacts you beforehand to understand your interests, ensuring you see the places that matter most to you. As you wander through the city, your guide shares insider insights into Belo Horizonte’s culture, history, and hidden gems. Perfect for families, solo travelers, or couples, this private tour offers an authentic connection to the city that you won’t find on your own.

Available options

3 Hours Walking Tour

Duration: 3 hours<br/>Pickup included

What's included

Meet up at your accommodation (If located in the city)

Private Walking Tour

Help from our team to book the tickets for the desired visits.

Customization of the tour

Detailed itinerary

Better known as the Pope's square, it is located on the top of a hill, next to the Mangabeiras Park, where it serves as a belvedere to appreciate the immensity of the city with its buildings. People go there to enjoy nature, see the city, spend a quiet day, away from the chaotic traffic of the capital.

The Parque das Mangabeiras was designed by the famous landscape gardener Roberto Burle Marx and preserves, in its area of 2,8 million square meters, 21 sources of the Córrego da Serra, that takes part on the São Francisco river basin . The fauna meets 28 mammalian species, 160 birds, 20 reptiles and 19 amphibia.

From one of the highest points in Belo Horizonte, in 1980, Pope John Paul II looked back and saw intact mountains and, ahead, a city as far as the eye could see. Before celebrating mass in the square that would be named in his honor, he uttered a brief interjection: "what a beautiful horizon! It couldn't be any different. From the upper part of the capital it is possible to have a notion of the dimension and beauties that compose it and, for those who don't know, the Mirante do Mangabeiras is the perfect place for those who want to get to know BH better.

São José Church is an eclectic style church with neo-Gothic influence located in downtown Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil. It was built by the Congregation of the Redemptorists.

Praça da Liberdade is a main square in the Savassi district in the city of Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil.

What's not included

Drink or Food ( If you want to have a break during the tour )

Local transportation around the city (it’s a walking tour, car transportation isn’t included)

Personal expenses

Available languages

Guide guide

EN IT FR ES

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Important information

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Wheelchair accessible

About Belo Horizonte

Belo Horizonte, the capital of Minas Gerais, is a vibrant city known for its modern architecture, rich cultural scene, and proximity to stunning natural landscapes. Often referred to as the 'Capital of the Mountains,' it offers a unique blend of urban sophistication and natural beauty.

Top Attractions

Pampulha Lake

A beautiful artificial lake surrounded by parks, museums, and modernist architecture.

Nature Half day Free to explore, museums charge entry fees

Inhotim

A contemporary art center and botanical garden with large-scale installations and lush gardens.

Art/Culture Full day R$ 64 (includes transportation from Belo Horizonte)

Mercado Central

A bustling market offering a variety of local crafts, food, and souvenirs.

Shopping 1-2 hours Free entry, prices vary for items

Serra do Curral

A stunning mountain range offering panoramic views of the city.

Nature Half day Free

Must-Try Local Dishes

Pão de Queijo

Cheese bread made with tapioca flour, a popular snack and breakfast item.

Snack Gluten-free, contains dairy

Feijão Tropeiro

A traditional dish made with beans, bacon, sausage, and cassava flour.

Main Course Contains meat and gluten

Doce de Leite

A sweet, caramel-like spread made from slow-cooked milk and sugar.

Dessert Contains dairy and sugar

Cachaça

A Brazilian spirit made from sugarcane, often used in cocktails like the Caipirinha.

Drink Alcoholic

Popular Activities

Hiking in Serra do Curral Exploring Inhotim's gardens Strolling around Pampulha Lake Enjoying a meal at a local restaurant Visiting museums and art galleries Attending local festivals Boating on Pampulha Lake N/A

Best Time to Visit

April to September

This is the dry season with pleasant weather, ideal for outdoor activities and sightseeing.

18°C to 28°C 64°F to 82°F

Practical Information

Language

Official: Portuguese
Widely spoken: English, Spanish
English: Moderately spoken in tourist areas, limited elsewhere

Currency

Brazilian Real (BRL)

Time Zone

GMT-3

Electricity

110V/220VV, 60HzHz

Safety Information

Overall Safety Rating: Exercise caution

Belo Horizonte is generally safe for tourists, but petty crime can occur, especially in crowded areas and at night.

Important Precautions:

• Keep valuables secure and out of sight
• Use reputable taxi services or ride-hailing apps
• Be cautious when using ATMs, especially at night

Getting there

By air

Tancredo Neves International Airport • 37 km from city center

By bus

Rodoviária de Belo Horizonte

Getting around

Public transport

Efficient and affordable, with modern trains and stations.

Taxis

Available • Apps: 99, Uber

Rentals

Car, Bike, Scooter

Neighborhoods

Savassi Horto Lagoa da Pampulha

Day trips

Inhotim

60 km • Full day

A contemporary art center and botanical garden with large-scale installations and lush gardens.

Serra da Canastra National Park

300 km • Overnight

A stunning national park known for its waterfalls, caves, and diverse wildlife.

Tiradentes

200 km • Day trip or overnight

A charming colonial town with well-preserved architecture and rich history.

Festivals

Festival Internacional de Curta Metragem de Belo Horizonte • August Festa do Rosário • September/October

Pro tips

Visit Pampulha Lake early in the morning for the best views and fewer crowds
Try local delicacies like pão de queijo and feijão tropeiro for an authentic taste of Minas Gerais
Use Uber or 99 for safer and more reliable taxi services
Explore the city's vibrant nightlife in Savassi, but be cautious and stick to well-lit areas
Book tickets in advance for popular attractions like Inhotim to avoid long lines