One-day itinerary · Minas et Sudeste · Brésil
What to see in one day in Ouro Preto: 5 churches not to miss
Cathedral, chapels and shrines: here is the shortest walking itinerary to discover the religious heritage of Ouro Preto in a single day.
9.4 km on foot · about 5 h with visits
Stop 1
Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Assumption, Mariana
Cathedral · Mariana
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guideStop 2 · 9.0 km from the previous stop
Station of the Passion of António Dias
Church · Ouro Preto
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guideStop 3 · 0.1 km from the previous stop
Church of Saint Francis of Assisi (Ouro Preto)
Church · Sede de Ouro Preto
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guideStop 4 · 0.2 km from the previous stop
Passo à Praça Tiradentes
Church · Ouro Preto
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
See the full guideStop 5 · 0.1 km from the previous stop
Carmine Church (Ouro Preto)
Church · Ouro Preto
Allow 25 to 40 minutes per visit.
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Tips for the day
- Start early: morning light is at its best on stained glass and facades.
- Check opening and mass times before leaving: many churches close between noon and 2 pm.
- Bring water, good shoes and clothing that covers the shoulders to enter shrines.
Itinerary generated automatically from OpenStreetMap and Wikipedia data. Check access and opening times locally.