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Great Central Gold Mine

We are located 350 meters from Tiradentes Square, our gold mine is the largest open to visitors, there are more than 600 meters of galleries on 4 levels. The tour is conducted with a guide who accompanies throughout the tour explaining the history of this 18th-century treasure.

About this activity in Ouro Preto

Cancellation policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time. no refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Other Policy
We are located 350 meters from tiradentes square, our gold mine is the largest open to visitors, there are more than 600 meters of galleries on 4 levels. the tour is conducted with a guide who accompanies throughout the tour explaining the history of this 18th-century treasure.

Includes

  • Guide
  • helmet

Other

  • Service animals allowed
  • infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • public transportation options are available nearby
  • suitable for all physical fitness levels

Customer Reviews

10/10
Based on 10 Reviews
Tour46398936602
Dec 15, 2025 09:09:27 AM
Summary: Wonderful walk. Guides Daniel and Manoel were super informative, friendly and polite! I recommend! The walk is well worth it
jorivaldom
Nov 26, 2025 04:21:27 PM
Summary: The galleries show the ingenuity of the enslaved, the cruelty of how they were exploited, and the terrible living conditions to which they were subjected to sustaining privileges of the nobility of the Portuguese Crown and its bloodlords.
Rosacav
Oct 19, 2025 11:00:56 AM
Summary: Sensational walk! It was my first experience in a mine. I felt very safe and gained a lot of knowledge with the guide Daniel Sun. Thank you so much! I'm from Rio de Janeiro

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Visitors consistently mention the excellent service, knowledgeable guides, and memorable experiences. The tour holds an impressive average review score of 10.0 out of 10.0 based on 57 verified traveler reviews, reflecting its strong reputation among guests.
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Great Central Gold Mine are as follows: A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time. no refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time. Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the activity description.
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