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Your São João del Rei Vacation

Book a São João del Rei vacation package and you can focus on what matters — having some fun. This means no more planning stresses, just a lot more free time to savor the best of this fascinating city, such as its colonial history and rich history. Fill your spare time with visits to Forras Square, Holy Trinity Church and Saint Francis of Assisi Church, some of the attractions you should see during a trip to São João del Rei. Whoever you're heading away with and whatever you want to spend, your dream São João del Rei vacation is only clicks away with Expedia.

Where to stay in São João del Rei

Find the best São João del Rei areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about São João del Rei
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Sao Joao del Rei Centro

10 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4/5(2 area reviews)

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.

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Discover the most popular places to visit in São João del Rei

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.

Saint Francis of Assisi Church

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.

Solar da Baronesa de Itaverava

Sao Joao del Rei Municipal Theater

You can get tickets for a performance at Sao Joao del Rei Municipal Theater during your stay in São João del Rei. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Sao Joao del Rei Municipal Theater

What to do in São João del Rei

Experience a unique experience and get to know the backstage of our true story. Many details, tips, exclusive gifts and curiosities will be guaranteed on the Walking Tour Becos de Tiradentes

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$16
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Walking Tour del Rei

Walking Tour del Rei

$14
per adult
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3-Day Historical Tour from Rio to Minas Gerais' Gold Route

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

$4,900
per adult
3-Day Historical Tour from Rio to Minas Gerais' Gold Route
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São João del Rei Hotel Deals

Terra D'Ouro Apart Hotel

Terra D'Ouro Apart Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Rua Paris 10, Vila João Lombardi II,, São João del Rei, MG
$56 nightly
The price is $59 total per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
$59 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Total with taxes and fees
9/10 Wonderful! (49 reviews)
"Nice breakfast, free parking , clean rooms"

Reviewed on May 17, 2025

Terra D'Ouro Apart Hotel
Garden Hill Hotel e Golfe

Garden Hill Hotel e Golfe

3.5 out of 5
Rodovia BR 383, Km 96 S/N, Colônia do Marçal, São João del Rei, Minas Gerais
$69 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from Oct 20 to Oct 21
$72 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (118 reviews)
Boa estada
"Hotel antigo, muito bonito e amplo, porém, precisa de mais cuidados, sobretudo, com pisos do quarto e das aéreas comuns que necessitam ser trocados. Ótimo café da manhã"

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

Garden Hill Hotel e Golfe
Pousada Hilário

Pousada Hilário

3 out of 5
Rodovia Miguel Batista 235, São João del Rei, MG
$57 nightly
The price is $60 total per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
$60 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
9.6/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
Acolhimento exemplar
"Recepção muita boa. Atendimento com excelência, simplicidade e acolhimento. Amamos a estadia e voltaremos em breve."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Pousada Hilário
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São João del Rei Essential Information

Language
Portuguese
Currency
Brazilian reals
Local Welcome
Olá
Local Goodbye
Adeus
Population
78,600
Max Temp Winter
70ºF
Max Temp Summer
75ºF
Top Sights
Royal Road Automobile Museum, Sao Joao del Rei Municipal Theater and Museum of Sacred Art

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a São João del Rei vacation package cost?
You'll find cheap prices on Expedia for your São João del Rei escape. However, factors like the season, length of stay and your choice of hotel will determine how much your vacation to São João del Rei costs.
What are the cheapest months to go to São João del Rei?
If you're looking to snag a cheap São João del Rei vacation package, consider planning a trip in January, March and April. You'll generally find lower prices on airfares and hotels during these months — perfect for a budget-friendly break.
How many days is enough for São João del Rei?
With about 2 days, you'll have plenty of time to experience popular neighborhoods such as Jardim Central and Sao Joao del Rei Centro during your São João del Rei vacation. Be sure to also add Nossa Senhora do Pilar Cathedral and Our Lady of Pilar Cathedral to your list of must-sees. In the mood for more adventures? Consider venturing outside of São João del Rei on tours and day trips.
Is it worth booking a vacation package to São João del Rei?
São João del Rei offers everything you need for a wonderful escape. Get your São João del Rei vacation off to a flying start by exploring popular attractions like Saint Francis of Assisi Church.
How to find the best São João del Rei package deals?
Use Expedia's filter tool to help you find some great São João del Rei package deals. When you start your search, simply set your maximum budget and then sort the results by "Price: low to high." If you want to save, plan your adventure for midweek, or search for São João del Rei package deals in the low season. Switch up your travel dates and you may score even bigger discounts. As a rule of thumb, it's typically best to book your vacation package well in advance.
Is it cheaper to book a São João del Rei vacation as a package?
An Expedia vacation package could score you significant savings when compared to booking accommodations and flights individually. Better still, you can personalize your São João del Rei getaway to fit your exact style. Pick your preferred flight time, select the hotel type and add a rental car. Check out our great deals to see how much you can save.
When to book a vacation package to São João del Rei?
If you're considering a spontaneous São João del Rei adventure, check out our last-minute deals that can be booked up to a week before you go. Don't want to leave things to the last minute? You can land awesome deals on your hotels and flights by booking well in advance.
How to plan a trip to São João del Rei?

  1. Pick the ideal time to travel: Your schedule, favorite season and the type of weather you enjoy can all influence your decision on when to visit São João del Rei.
  2. Figure out your budget: Make sure you have enough money to cover everything from food and transportation to airfares and activities. Your hotel will probably be the biggest expense during your trip to São João del Rei.
  3. Discover São João del Rei with our trip planning tool: Gain insights into the most popular attractions and best properties for your trip to São João del Rei. You can also save your favorite places, collaborate with your group and organize all your plans in one place.
  4. Decide how long to go away for: Now that you're more familiar with São João del Rei, you can work out the ideal length of your break. Create a rough itinerary and give yourself enough time to cover everything you want to do.
  5. Bundle your bookings: With your travel dates in order, you can combine your hotels, flights, car rental and more into a customized São João del Rei vacation package.
  6. Book any activities or excursions: Now to the fun part — organizing everything you want to see and do. Check out some of the best things to do in São João del Rei in São João del Rei and reserve your tickets early to save time (and maybe some money too!).

Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later São João del Rei vacation packages?
If you're like us, you love traveling the world but are not a fan of the big price tag that can come with it. That's why we offer Book Now, Pay Later vacations. With help from online lender Affirm, you can break down the total cost of your São João del Rei vacation across 3, 6 or 12 months. There are also no hidden costs or late payment fees, so you can secure cheap vacation packages with payment plans as soon as you see them.
* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.