São João del Rei
Travel 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 isn't home to many top sights, Solar da Baronesa de Itaverava and Royal Road Automobile Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

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 Solar da Baronesa de Itaverava.

Jardim Central
While Jardim Central isn't home to many top sights, Solar da Baronesa de Itaverava and Royal Road Automobile Museum 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 Museu Regional de Sao Joao del-Rei are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Fábricas
Travelers 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 January 2026

Pousada Hilário
Café da manhã
Reviewed on 2 February 2026

Garden Hill Hotel e Golfe
Equipe
Reviewed on 29 January 2026

Vicenza Apart Hotel
Location was great. Road noise was bad. Ants in kitchen and bathroom
Reviewed on 12 March 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 October 2025
Popular places to visit
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.
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 when you stop by Solar da Baronesa de Itaverava. Experience the area's museums and festivals.
Museu Regional de Sao Joao del-Rei
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Museu Regional de Sao Joao del-Rei during your travels in São João del Rei. Experience the area's museums and festivals.
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.
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 Sorrows Church
- Museu Regional de Sao Joao del-Rei
- Church of Saint Goncalo Garcia
- Ely Araujo Stadium
- Museu Ferroviário
- Regional Museum
- Sao Joao del Rei Municipal Theater
- Railway Museum
- Rosario Bridge
- Brazilian Expeditionary Force Museum
- Our Lady of Pilar Cathedral
- Forras Square
- Tiradentes Train Station
- Holy Trinity Church
- Yves Alves Cultural Center
- Church of Saint Anthony
- Casa Torta
- Serra da Água Santa
