São João del Rei

Travel 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.

Where to stay in São João del Rei

Find the best São João del Rei areas and neighborhoods 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 might 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 isn't home to many top sights, Sao Joao del Rei Municipal Theater and Solar da Baronesa de Itaverava are some notable places to visit nearby.

Tejuco

Tejuco is well-liked for its museums and churches. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Solar da Baronesa de Itaverava and Sao Joao del Rei Municipal Theater are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

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

Fábricas

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

vereda bike park hotel

vereda bike park hotel

3 out of 5
R. Padre Machado, 313 São João del Rei MG
The price is ￥8,724 per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
￥8,724
￥9,160 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in São João del Rei. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Tancredo Neves Memorial and Railway Museum are ...
vereda bike park hotel
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 ￥9,417 per night from Nov 19 to Nov 20
￥9,417
￥9,888 total
Nov 19 - Nov 20
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this pousada in São João del Rei. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Museu Ferroviário and Sao Joao del Rei Municipal ...
Pousada Estação do Trem
Pousada Villa Magnolia

Pousada Villa Magnolia

3 out of 5
R. Ribeiro Bastos, 2 São João del Rei MG
The price is ￥10,345 per night from Nov 5 to Nov 6
￥10,345
￥10,863 total
Nov 5 - Nov 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this pousada in São João del Rei. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Museu Regional de Sao Joao del-Rei and Regional ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (105 reviews)
"This was a nice historical property. The staff was very friendly and the location was fantastic."

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2026

Pousada Villa Magnolia
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Vicenza Apart Hotel

Vicenza Apart Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Rua Padre Sacramento 400 São João del Rei
Book a stay at this boutique aparthotel in São João del Rei. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Railway Museum and Museu ...
Vicenza Apart Hotel
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 vacation home in São João del Rei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and patios. Popular attractions Museu Regional de Sao Joao del-Rei and Regional ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"A casa é excelente, tem um ótimo espaço, as roupas de cama e banho estavam super limpas e cheirosas."

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2026

Casa Aconchegante em Sao joao del Rei
Cecília Studio - next to UFSJ and São Francisco de Assis church

Cecília Studio - next to UFSJ and São Francisco de Assis church

São João del Rei MG
Stay at this apartment in São João del Rei. Popular attractions Museu Regional de Sao Joao del-Rei and Regional Museum are located nearby.
Cecília Studio - next to UFSJ and São Francisco de Assis church
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Stay near popular São João del Rei attractions

Our Lady of Sorrows Church

10.0/10 (6 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Visit the 18th Century Cachaça, Brazil's oldest invention!

Visit the 18th Century Cachaça, Brazil's oldest invention!

￥1,068
per adult
Visit the 18th Century Cachaça, Brazil's oldest invention!
3-Day Historical Tour from Rio to Minas Gerais' Gold Route

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

￥892,647
per adult
3-Day Historical Tour from Rio to Minas Gerais' Gold Route
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A historic church with two bell towers, a central dome, and a cross at the top.

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