Visit Tiradentes, Brazil

Founded in 1702 and years later named after the leader of the Inconfidencia Mineira, Tiradentes today is a sleepy place, full of cobbled streets and magnificent colonial architecture.

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Tiradentes, Brazil

Tiradentes was founded in 1702 as Sao Jose del Rei, but after Brazil became a republic in 1889 the town was renamed in honour of the leader of the Inconfidencia Mineira, a plot by 12 citizens of Ouro Preto to gain Brazilian independence in 1789.

Tiradentes and his men were betrayed and he was executed pretty much before they even started. The town today is a sleepy place, full of cobbled streets and magnificent colonial architecture.

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Suggested Tiradentes itinerary

This sample itinerary will give you an idea of what is possible when you travel in Tiradentes, and showcases routes we know work particularly well. Treat this as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.

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Colonial Brazil

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14 days from €4,780pp

An ideal trip for those interested in the architecture and culture of Brazil's colonial period. The trip begins with a stay in a historic part of Rio de Janeiro before moving down the coast to the town of Paraty. Then travel inland to visit the gold mining towns of Tiradentes and Ouro Preto before you fly north to Recife to visit the brightly-coloured town of Olinda. End the trip with time in the vibrant historic centre of Salvador in Bahia.

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Places near Tiradentes

Ouro Preto 107 kilometers away
Green Coast 217 kilometers away
Rio de Janeiro 225 kilometers away
Ilha Grande 227 kilometers away
Paraty 242 kilometers away
Búzios 299 kilometers away
Minas Gerais 341 kilometers away

Photos of Tiradentes

Tiradentes main square
Tiradentes, Brazil
Tiradentes street scene, Brazil
Tiradentes, Brazil

Accommodation choices for Tiradentes

We’ve selected a range of accommodation options for when you visit Tiradentes. Our choices usually come recommended for their character, facilities and service or location. Our specialists always aim to suggest properties that match your preferences.