Before you go
Your trip to Prados.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Prados – MG Destination Historic Towns of Minas Gerais (Estrada Real)
How to get there
Choose whether arrival in Prados will be via the main town (sede) or via Bichinho. The district of Vitoriano Veloso is not the municipal center; mark the location of the studio or accommodation correctly to organize travel.
How many days
As a suggestion, set aside two days for Prados: one for the historic center and another for Bichinho and its studios. A visit to the Serra de São José deserves its own time if included in the itinerary.
When to go
In Prados, the classical music festival provides a cultural reason to plan the trip, with dates to be confirmed. For an outing in the Serra de São José, choose a day without storms and compatible with the chosen trail.
Do you need a car?
Prados' center can be explored on foot. Book transport for Bichinho and for the chosen access to the Serra de São José, avoiding combining those trips with the urban walk in a single period.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is Bichinho another town?
Bichinho is the district of Vitoriano Veloso, in Prados. Its studios belong to the municipality's route, although they are outside the main town (sede).
Which musical tradition should you experience in Prados?
The Lira Ceciliana is a local reference, linked to the continuity of music in the town. The schedule of performances and the festival should be checked for the date of your visit.