Title: Things to Do in São João del Rei in 2026 | Expedia.com [São João del Rei Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Sao-Joao-Del-Rei.dx500208)[Hotels in São João del Rei](https://expedia.com/Sao-Joao-Del-Rei-Hotels.d500208.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to São João del Rei](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Sao-Joao-Del-Rei.d500208.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in São João del Rei](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Sao-Joao-Del-Rei.d500208.Car-Rental-Guide)[São João del Rei Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Sao-Joao-Del-Rei.d500208.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in São João del Rei ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit São João del Rei Types of activities Where to stay [São João del Rei Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/So-Joo-del-Rei.dx500208) ![São João Del Rei - Minas Gerais - Brazil](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500208/c53b8b33-4a27-4362-aeb9-eb9478406f10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Church of Sao Francisco de Assis in Sao Joao del Rei Town in Brazil. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in São João del Rei | Number of things to do | 4 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Visit the 18th Century Cachaça, Brazil's oldest invention!](/things-to-do/visit-the-oldest-engenho-in-brazil.a50730973.activity-details): $7 | | Top 5 things to do | [Walking Tour Alleys of Tiradentes](/things-to-do/walking-tour-alleys-of-tiradentes.a2878461.activity-details)[Visit the 18th Century Cachaça, Brazil's oldest invention!](/things-to-do/visit-the-oldest-engenho-in-brazil.a50730973.activity-details)[Walking Tour del Rei](/things-to-do/walking-tour-del-rei.a46316768.activity-details)[3-Day Historical Tour from Rio to Minas Gerais' Gold Route](/things-to-do/3-day-historical-tour-from-rio-to-minas-gerais-gold-route.a46410346.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Walking Tour Alleys of Tiradentes](/things-to-do/walking-tour-alleys-of-tiradentes.a2878461.activity-details)[Visit the 18th Century Cachaça, Brazil's oldest invention!](/things-to-do/visit-the-oldest-engenho-in-brazil.a50730973.activity-details)[Walking Tour del Rei](/things-to-do/walking-tour-del-rei.a46316768.activity-details) | | With kids | [Walking Tour Alleys of Tiradentes](/things-to-do/walking-tour-alleys-of-tiradentes.a2878461.activity-details)[Visit the 18th Century Cachaça, Brazil's oldest invention!](/things-to-do/visit-the-oldest-engenho-in-brazil.a50730973.activity-details)[Walking Tour del Rei](/things-to-do/walking-tour-del-rei.a46316768.activity-details) | ## What to do in São João del Rei --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in São João del Rei? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Saint-Francis-Of-Assisi-Church-Sao-Joao-del-Rei-Centro.d6217763.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Solar-Da-Baronesa-De-Itaverava-Sao-Joao-del-Rei-Centro.d6278483.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Our-Lady-Of-Sorrows-Church-Sao-Joao-del-Rei-Centro.d6217746.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Sao-Joao-Del-Rei-Municipal-Theater-Sao-Joao-del-Rei-Centro.d6217768.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Our-Lady-Of-Mercy-Church-Sao-Joao-del-Rei-Centro.d6278480.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Nossa-Senhora-Do-Pilar-Cathedral-Sao-Joao-del-Rei-Centro.d553248621532375876.Vacation-Attraction) #### Tancredo Neves Memorial You can spend time studying the exhibits at Tancredo Neves Memorial in São João del Rei. Make time to visit the monuments and churches while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Tancredo-Neves-Memorial-Fabricas.d6278465.Vacation-Attraction) #### Railway Museum You can spend time exploring the galleries in Railway Museum during your travels in São João del Rei. Discover the area's museums and monuments. [](https://expedia.com/Railway-Museum-Sao-Joao-del-Rei-Centro.d6278475.Vacation-Attraction) #### Church of Saint Goncalo Garcia Church of Saint Goncalo Garcia 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 museums and monuments. [](https://expedia.com/Church-Of-Saint-Goncalo-Garcia-Sao-Joao-del-Rei-Centro.d6217755.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in São João del Rei ![Another colonial town with a beautiful church.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500208/050c64da-164d-4b00-9d2b-2f0197a91455.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sao Joao del Rei Centro 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 Solar da Baronesa de Itaverava or Sao Joao del Rei Municipal Theater. [](https://expedia.com/Sao-Joao-Del-Rei-Sao-Joao-Del-Rei-Centro.dx553248635318264108) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Tiradentes-Colonia-Do-Marcal.dx553248635318494002) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Matosinhos While Matosinhos isn't home to many top sights, Solar da Baronesa de Itaverava and Sao Joao del Rei Municipal Theater are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.com/Tiradentes-Matosinhos.dx553248635318477009) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Fábricas Travelers like the museums in Fábricas, and Tancredo Neves Memorial is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.com/Tiradentes-Fabricas.dx553248635318528297) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Jardim Central While Jardim Central isn't home to many top sights, Solar da Baronesa de Itaverava and Sao Joao del Rei Municipal Theater are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.com/Tiradentes-Jardim-Central.dx553248635318504483) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Tiradentes-Tejuco.dx553248635318283229) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Sao-Joao-Del-Rei.dx500208.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from São João del Rei ![old village of tiradente in minas gerais state brazil](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141138/a08a31ab-1dd9-4c68-8c74-4b69b43ff2de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tiradentes ![Church Our Lady of the Good Death, built in 1861 year at Barbacena city, colonial city founded during the Gold Extraction Period in XVII Century. Barbacena, MG, Brazil, 2019](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141318/61a72655-9e69-4333-b9f6-59e4d4dd8006.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Barbacena ![Igreja no distrito de Brumal, cidade de Santa Bárbara, Estado de Minas Gerais, Brasil ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337048/d6bb09bc-6897-44ad-9336-d17748ece061.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Santa Cruz de Minas ![Saint Francis of Assisi and Our Lady of Carmo Churches in the Historical Town of Mariana in Minas Gerais State in Brazil](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000456286/1e694002-4230-4f88-90eb-5c79d9ad5b1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Madre de Deus de Minas ![Aerial 360 degrees panorama of a Minas Gerais valley with the colonial mining city and former gold capital Mariana in Brazil at sunset against a blue sky with clouds](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6266633/07e47d3f-440b-4f75-a2dc-670d5c756b54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ibertioga ## Frequently asked questions ### Is São João del Rei worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in São João del Rei? ### What is the top tourist attraction in São João del Rei? ### Is three days enough to stay in São João del Rei? ### Is São João del Rei a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in São João del Rei with kids? > - [Walking Tour Alleys of Tiradentes](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/walking-tour-alleys-of-tiradentes.a2878461.activity-details) > - [Visit the 18th Century Cachaça, Brazil's oldest invention!](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/visit-the-oldest-engenho-in-brazil.a50730973.activity-details) > - [Walking Tour del Rei](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/walking-tour-del-rei.a46316768.activity-details) ### What to do in São João del Rei for adults? ### Are there free things to do in São João del Rei? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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