São João del Rei Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

An old stone bridge with a grassy pathway underneath.
An aerial view of a historic town with a prominent church featuring a bell tower, surrounded by residential buildings and palm trees.
A vintage steam locomotive at a railway station with an arched roof and multiple tracks.
A church with a red door, yellow and white walls, and a bell tower.
An ornate church interior with a large altar, floral arrangements, and rows of wooden pews.

Our guide on where to stay in São João del Rei

Find the best São João del Rei areas for the activities you enjoy most.
An ornate church interior with a large altar, floral arrangements, and rows of wooden pews.
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Sao Joao del Rei Centro

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Sao Joao del Rei Centro. You might want to make time for a stop at Sao Joao del Rei Municipal Theater or Solar da Baronesa de Itaverava.

Colônia do Marçal

While Colônia do Marçal may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Royal Road Automobile Museum and Yves Alves Cultural Center.

Matosinhos

While Matosinhos may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sao Joao del Rei Municipal Theater and Solar da Baronesa de Itaverava.

A historic town with a prominent church featuring two bell towers, surrounded by lush green hills and a clear blue sky.

Fábricas

Travellers like the museums in Fábricas, and Tancredo Neves Memorial is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Bonfim

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bonfim and surrounding area, you can visit Sao Joao del Rei Municipal Theater and Solar da Baronesa de Itaverava.

Pousada Estação do Trem

Pousada Estação do Trem

2.5 out of 5
Rua Maria Tereza, n 45 São João del Rei MG
The price is NZ$115 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$115
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this pousada in São João del Rei. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Museu Ferroviário and Sao Joao del Rei Municipal ...
Pousada Estação do Trem
vereda bike park hotel

vereda bike park hotel

3 out of 5
R. Padre Machado, 313 São João del Rei MG
The price is NZ$106 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$106
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in São João del Rei. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Tancredo Neves Memorial and Railway Museum are ...
8.2/10 Very good! (26 reviews)
"Boa estadia, mas falta de tomadas o quarto, o hotel parece um sítio, mas precisa de um pouco de manutenção. Bom café da manhã, silêncio e calmaria. Dá a impressão de estarmos numa fazenda angiga, esquecida no tempo."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

vereda bike park hotel
Residência Balestra

Residência Balestra

2.5 out of 5
Avenida Governador Israel Pinheiro Sao Joao del Rei MG
The price is NZ$63 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
NZ$63
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly B&B in São João del Rei. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Museum of Sacred Art and Tiradentes ...
Residência Balestra
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Casa Aconchegante em Sao joao del Rei

Casa Aconchegante em Sao joao del Rei

3 out of 5
R. Domingos Eugenio dos Reis, 232 São João del Rei MG
Stay at this holiday home in São João del Rei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and patios. Popular attractions Museu Regional de Sao Joao del-Rei and Regional ...
Casa Aconchegante em Sao joao del Rei
Vicenza Apart Hotel

Vicenza Apart Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Rua Padre Sacramento 400 São João del Rei
Stay at this boutique aparthotel in São João del Rei. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Railway Museum and Museu Ferroviário ...
Vicenza Apart Hotel
Casa Aconchegante em São João del Rei

Casa Aconchegante em São João del Rei

2 out of 5
R. Domingos Eugenio dos Reis São João del Rei MG
Stay at this holiday home in São João del Rei. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Museu Regional de Sao Joao del-Rei and Regional Museum ...
Casa Aconchegante em São João del Rei
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Stay near popular São João del Rei attractions

Saint Francis of Assisi Church

9.2/10 (25 reviews)
After visiting Saint Francis of Assisi Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in São João del Rei. Experience the area's museums and festivals.
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Activities

Walking Tour del Rei

Walking Tour del Rei

NZ$25
per adult
Walking Tour del Rei
3-Day Historical Tour from Rio to Minas Gerais' Gold Route

3-Day Historical Tour from Rio to Minas Gerais' Gold Route

NZ$9,943
per adult
3-Day Historical Tour from Rio to Minas Gerais' Gold Route
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Cities near São João del Rei

A cobblestone street leading to a historic church with a bell tower and a statue.

Tiradentes

A historic church with two bell towers, a central dome, and a cross at the top.

Barbacena