Brazil · Architecture

Belo Horizonte City Tour in Pampulha

4 Hours Round trip from Belo Horizonte Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the UNESCO-listed Pampulha Modern Ensemble
02 Discover landmark architecture by Oscar Niemeyer
03 See early works associated with Roberto Burle Marx
04 Explore Belo Horizonte’s cultural sights around Pampulha Lake
05 Pass by icons such as the Church of Saint Francis of Assisi
06 Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle

Discover Belo Horizonte’s celebrated Pampulha district on a 4-hour city tour focused on one of Brazil’s most important modernist landmarks. Centered around Pampulha Lake, this area brings together striking architecture, cultural institutions, and some of the city’s best-known sights.

Explore the Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, where the visionary work of Oscar Niemeyer and landscape designer Roberto Burle Marx helped shape an iconic architectural ensemble. Along the way, see notable landmarks in the Pampulha area, including the Church of Saint Francis of Assisi, the Museum of Modern Art, Mineirão, Mineirinho Arena, and the Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais.

Explore the Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha, where the visionary work of Oscar Niemeyer and landscape designer Roberto Burle Marx helped shape an iconic architectural ensemble.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Belo Horizonte

Languages English, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Conjunto Moderno da Pampulha

The Modern Complex of Pampulha have some of the first works of Roberto Burle Marx and from the internationally famous Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer; whose unique architectural feature is based on curved lines inspired by the human body.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Belo Horizonte 1 city · 4 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

Lunch

Know before you go

INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
We do not operate this tour on Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and Carnival season.
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infant seats unavailable
BOARDING INFORMATION: Arrive 15 minutes in advance to avoid any delays. Contact Rio Carioca Tour [/ +55 21 ] at least 24 hours before the start of the tour to inform location and confirm pickup time. Wait for the tour guide in the place informed on a visible location. Delays may occur due to traffic conditions. Different age policies may apply according to each location. ID or copy is mandatory, even for children. Voucher is confirmed only by payment confirmation. The tour itinerary may change its order on a daily basis due to force majeure. Read our Cancellation Policy. IMPORTANT: During high season and major events, the visitation time on each location can be affected, due to long waiting queues. Carnival-related products have a specific cancellation policy. Take care of your personal belongings as we are not responsible for items left in vehicles and/ or in places visited. We recommend that you carry all your belongings.
Pickup is available from most major Hotels in Belo Horizonte. We contact you back in order to provide the correct pickup time.

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