São João del Rei Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit São João del Rei
Where to stay in São João del Rei

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 Solar da Baronesa de Itaverava or Museu Regional de Sao Joao del-Rei.

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 Solar da Baronesa de Itaverava and Sao Joao del Rei Municipal Theater.

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 Solar da Baronesa de Itaverava.

Jardim Central
While there might not be top attractions in Jardim Central, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Solar da Baronesa de Itaverava and Sao Joao del Rei Municipal Theater.

Tejuco
The museums and churches are a few reasons travellers visit Tejuco. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Solar da Baronesa de Itaverava and Museu Regional de Sao Joao del-Rei, a few notable attractions nearby.

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

Hotel Lenheiros
Yes , they was very attentive
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Garden Hill Hotel e Golfe
Equipe
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Pousada Villa Magnolia
Clean, quiet, good breakfast.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2023

Vicenza Apart Hotel
Location was great. Road noise was bad. Ants in kitchen and bathroom
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2023

Townhouse in the historic center, 3 bedrooms (2 suites) Pet friendly

2 bedroom apartment with garage
Darcy was a perfect host. He was waiting personally for us, helped with the luggage, showed the apartment and garage, and explained about the neighborhood. He was very congenial.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Popular places to visit
Saint Francis of Assisi Church
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.
Solar da Baronesa de Itaverava
You can find out about the history of São João del Rei with a stop at Solar da Baronesa de Itaverava. Experience the area's museums and festivals.
Our Lady of Sorrows Church
Our Lady of Sorrows Church is just one of the places to see in São João del Rei, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's mountain views and monuments.
Museu Regional de Sao Joao del-Rei
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Museu Regional de Sao Joao del-Rei in São João del Rei. Experience the area's museums and festivals.
Nossa Senhora do Pilar Cathedral
Nossa Senhora do Pilar Cathedral is just one of the places to see in São João del Rei, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the monuments and churches while you're in the area.
Our Lady of Mercy Church
Our Lady of Mercy Church is just one of the places to see in São João del Rei, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's museums and festivals.
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