Mariana Center Car Rental

Mariana is one of Brazil's oldest cities and lies in the heart of Minas Gerais' historic gold region, 12 km east of Ouro Preto. The town's baroque architecture and colonial street layout make it a popular destination, and a rental car gives you the freedom to explore the entire Estrada Real at your own pace. With a car, you can easily travel between Mariana, Ouro Preto, and Congonhas.

Mariana's downtown sits at 712 meters elevation in Serra do Espinhaço and is known for the Catedral Basílica da Sé and Mina da Passagem - one of the world's deepest accessible mines. Belo Horizonte is 110 km to the west via BR-356, roughly 1.5 hours by car. Roads in the region are hilly and winding.

Choose a car with good braking capacity for the steep and curvy mountain roads. Visit Mina da Passagem, 5 km outside downtown, which is best accessed with your own car. Park on the outskirts of Mariana's colonial downtown - streets are narrow and traffic is limited.

How far is it from Mariana to Ouro Preto? It's just 12 km and takes about 20 minutes by car via MG-262 - an easy day trip. Are there car rental companies in Mariana downtown?

There is 1 rental company in Mariana downtown. More options are available in Ouro Preto or Belo Horizonte if you want more choices. Can I drive to Congonhas from Mariana?

Yes, Congonhas with its Aleijadinho sculptures is 80 km to the west, roughly 1 hour by car via BR-356.

We compare prices from all major providers at Mariana Center so you can see the total cost upfront - including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.