Savassi
Belo Horizonte
Popular places to visit
Liberty Square
Museums and stately landmarks surrounded this central square, which has gardens inspired by the designs of the Palace of Versailles.
Savassi Square
Enjoy the laid-back student atmosphere and meet locals amid the cafés and bookstores in this pleasant square between tree-lined avenues.
Memorial Minas Gerais Vale
The story of Minas Gerais from the 18th century to the present day comes to life via a superb collection of audiovisual and hands-on exhibits.
Tim UFMG Knowledge Space
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Tim UFMG Knowledge Space during your trip to Belo Horizonte. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
Palacio da Liberdade
After visiting Palacio da Liberdade, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Belo Horizonte. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.
Niemeyer Building
You’ll quickly find this residential tower that occupies a corner of Liberty Square: it’s a standout modern building among a group of sumptuous 19th-century palaces.
Things to do
3hr Food Crawl in Belo Horizonte Markets and Local Flavors
Top hotels in Savassi
Hotel Vivenzo
"Conveniently located hotel. It is a budget hotel, though. The blankets are thin and there’s mildew on the grout in the bathroom. However it’s comfortable, everything in the room works, and the staff are helpful and speak English."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
ibis budget BH Afonso Pena Savassi
Savassi Hotel
"Savassi Hotel fica em uma localização privilegiada em BH. Menos de cinco minutos dos principais pontos turísticos, na Praça da Liberdade; quinze minutos da Estação Savassi e outros bares animados da região, à pé. Café da manhã bem diversificado e saboroso. Quartos limpos, aconchegantes e temperatura ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Ibis Belo Horizonte Savassi
"It doesn’t apply’"
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Holiday Inn Belo Horizonte Savassi by IHG
"This hotel was really lovely. The staff were all very friendly and helpful and went the extra mile. The pillows were amazing. And I am picky 😉"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
HOTEL OSCAR GOLD SAVASSI
Where to stay in Savassi
Belo Horizonte Centro
You'll enjoy the bars and museums in Belo Horizonte Centro. You might want to make time for a stop at Seventh of September Square or Central Market.
Pampulha
The restaurants and lake views are a few reasons travellers visit Pampulha. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Casa do Baile and Mineirão Stadium, a few notable attractions nearby.
Lourdes
Unique features of Lourdes include the bars and shopping. Make a stop by Belo Horizonte Cultural Center or Afonso Pena Avenue while you're exploring the area.
Minas Brasil
When in Minas Brasil, you can plan a visit to Arena MRV and Academy of Military Police, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ouro Preto
Though Ouro Preto may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mineirão Stadium and Toca da Raposa 1.
