Title: Things to Do in Mariana in 2026 | Expedia.com [Mariana Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Mariana.dx6266633)[Hotels in Mariana](https://expedia.com/Mariana-Hotels.d6266633.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Mariana](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Mariana.d6266633.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Mariana](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Mariana.d6266633.Car-Rental-Guide)[Mariana Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Mariana.d6266633.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Mariana ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Mariana Types of activities Where to stay [Mariana Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Mariana.dx6266633) ![Aerial 360 degrees panorama of the central historical square with two churches in the colonial mining city of Mariana in Minas Gerais, Brazil, with one under renovation against a blue sky with clouds](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6266633/0db26b99-9f98-473c-8faa-ac26f3b39b05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial 360 degrees panorama of a Minas Gerais valley with the colonial mining city and former gold capital Mariana in Brazil at sunset against a blue sky with clouds](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6266633/07e47d3f-440b-4f75-a2dc-670d5c756b54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Panoramic banner view of beautiful tourist woman visiting the baroque colonial city of Ouro Preto, old capital of the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil, UNESCO world heritage site](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6266633/497f583f-32ea-4d70-a81b-54257d48d96c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Possibly the best place I ate in during my 3 weeks in Brazil -except my friend's home!-. They had #delicious fresh fruit and vegetables -some I hadn't even heard of-, pasta, arroz e feijão -of course!-, and incredible sweets = a vegetarian traveller's paradise. P.S. They even prepared a surprise coconut cake for my boyfriend's birthday! Yum! #colorful](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6266633/a1dcb166-7245-4639-af24-da007b910ac0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Colonial Brasil #TroveOnTuesday](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6266633/3efb55f6-814b-41ef-93a4-c47c083a46f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Mariana | Number of things to do | 2 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Great Central Gold Mine](/things-to-do/great-central-gold-mine.a50877300.activity-details): $16 | | Top 5 things to do | [Jardineira City Tour](/things-to-do/jardineira-city-tour.a48864705.activity-details)[Great Central Gold Mine](/things-to-do/great-central-gold-mine.a50877300.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Jardineira City Tour](/things-to-do/jardineira-city-tour.a48864705.activity-details)[Great Central Gold Mine](/things-to-do/great-central-gold-mine.a50877300.activity-details) | | With kids | [Jardineira City Tour](/things-to-do/jardineira-city-tour.a48864705.activity-details)[Great Central Gold Mine](/things-to-do/great-central-gold-mine.a50877300.activity-details) | ## What to do in Mariana --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Mariana? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Mariana ![Possibly the best place I ate in during my 3 weeks in Brazil -except my friend's home!-. They had #delicious fresh fruit and vegetables -some I hadn't even heard of-, pasta, arroz e feijão -of course!-, and incredible sweets = a vegetarian traveller's paradise. P.S. They even prepared a surprise coconut cake for my boyfriend's birthday! Yum! #colorful](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6266633/a1dcb166-7245-4639-af24-da007b910ac0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Praca Gomes Freire Explore the great outdoors at Praca Gomes Freire, a lovely green space in Mariana. Discover the area's waterfalls and cathedral. [](https://expedia.com/Praca-Gomes-Freire-Mariana.d553248621593101634.Vacation-Attraction) ![870831800](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621560669126/314b521b-7cc6-49c6-bc33-3912e17b9084.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Se Cathedral 4/5(1 review) After visiting Se Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mariana. Discover the area's museums and cathedral. [](https://expedia.com/Se-Cathedral-Mariana.d553248621560669126.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mina da Passagem You can learn about the history of Mariana with a stop at Mina da Passagem. Discover the area's museums and churches. [](https://expedia.com/Mina-Da-Passagem-Mariana.d6098644.Vacation-Attraction) #### Cachoeira do Bromado Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cachoeira do Bromado during your travels in Cachoeira do Brumado. Discover the area's waterfalls and churches. [](https://expedia.com/Cachoeira-Do-Bromado-Mariana.d553248621593101631.Vacation-Attraction) #### Praca Minas Gerais You can learn about the history of Mariana with a trip to Praca Minas Gerais. Take in the museums and waterfalls in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Praca-Minas-Gerais-Mariana.d553248621562483029.Vacation-Attraction) #### Casa Barao de Pontal You can find out about the history of Mariana with a trip to Casa Barao de Pontal. Take in the museums and waterfalls in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Casa-Barao-De-Pontal-Mariana.d553248621532466233.Vacation-Attraction) #### Sao Francisco de Assis Church Sao Francisco de Assis Church is just one of the places to see in Mariana, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Take in the museums and waterfalls in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Sao-Francisco-De-Assis-Church-Mariana.d553248621560669147.Vacation-Attraction) #### Casa de Alphonsus de Guimaraens You can find out about the history of Mariana with a stop at Casa de Alphonsus de Guimaraens. Discover the area's museums and cathedral. [](https://expedia.com/Casa-De-Alphonsus-De-Guimaraens-Mariana.d553248621532466231.Vacation-Attraction) #### Our Lady of Carmel Church Our Lady of Carmel Church is just one of the places to see in Mariana, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's museums and cathedral. [](https://expedia.com/Our-Lady-Of-Carmel-Church-Mariana.d553248621532375826.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Mariana ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Claudio Manuel If you're spending some time in Claudio Manuel, O Waterfall is a top sight worth visiting. [](https://expedia.com/Mariana-Claudio-Manuel.dx553248634016066016) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Mariana.dx6266633.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Mariana ![Founded at the end of the 17th century, Ouro Preto (Black Gold in portuguese) is a major tourist destination and considered a World Heritage Site by Unesco because of its outstanding Baroque architect](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500206/3b8dd552-afb6-4aa0-aa28-4fb05e85fab7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ouro Preto ![A beautiful couple watching waterfall in tropical rainforest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6266634/7576fb08-2766-46fa-b05c-99677261bad7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santa Barbara ![Panoramic aerial view of Sanctuary Caraça with mountains and blue sky in background, Minas Gerais, Brazil ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6352253/8a60c6d9-5294-4d4e-b71c-0d4988d6e362.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Catas Altas ![Panoramic view from above the central square of the historic city of Ouro Preto with the museum of the inconfidence and the hills in the background](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000457838/fa21980d-b230-4753-b7b7-74937d6de62f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Alvinopolis ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mariana worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Mariana? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Mariana? ### Is three days enough to stay in Mariana? ### Is Mariana a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Mariana with kids? > - [Jardineira City Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/jardineira-city-tour.a48864705.activity-details) > - [Great Central Gold Mine](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/great-central-gold-mine.a50877300.activity-details) ### What to do in Mariana for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Mariana? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app