Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in São João del Rei February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [São João del Rei Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Sao-Joao-Del-Rei.dx500208)[Hotels in São João del Rei](https://expedia.co.uk/Sao-Joao-Del-Rei-Hotels.d500208.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to São João del Rei](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Sao-Joao-Del-Rei.d500208.Travel-Guide-Flights)[São João del Rei Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Sao-Joao-Del-Rei.d500208.Car-Hire-Guide)[São João del Rei Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Sao-Joao-Del-Rei.d500208.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in São João del Rei ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit São João del Rei Types of activities Where to stay [São João del Rei travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/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) ![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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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_500208) ## Recommended things to do in São João del Rei | Number of things to do | 3 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Walking Tour del Rei](/things-to-do/walking-tour-del-rei.a46316768.activity-details): £11 | | Top 5 things to do | [Walking Tour Alleys of Tiradentes](/things-to-do/alleyways-tiradentes-city-tour.a2878461.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) | | Half-day tours | [Walking Tour Alleys of Tiradentes](/things-to-do/alleyways-tiradentes-city-tour.a2878461.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/alleyways-tiradentes-city-tour.a2878461.activity-details)[Walking Tour del Rei](/things-to-do/walking-tour-del-rei.a46316768.activity-details) | ## What to do in São João del Rei --- ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Saint-Francis-Of-Assisi-Church-Sao-Joao-del-Rei-Centro.d6217763.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.co.uk/Our-Lady-Of-Sorrows-Church-Sao-Joao-del-Rei-Centro.d6217746.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Solar-Da-Baronesa-De-Itaverava-Sao-Joao-del-Rei-Centro.d6278483.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Museu-Regional-De-Sao-Joao-Del-Rei-Sao-Joao-del-Rei-Centro.d553248621532465995.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.co.uk/Our-Lady-Of-Mercy-Church-Sao-Joao-del-Rei-Centro.d6278480.Attraction) #### Sao Joao del Rei Municipal Theater You can make plans for a show at Sao Joao del Rei Municipal Theater during your stay in São João del Rei. Discover the area's museums and monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sao-Joao-Del-Rei-Municipal-Theater-Sao-Joao-del-Rei-Centro.d6217768.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.co.uk/Nossa-Senhora-Do-Pilar-Cathedral-Sao-Joao-del-Rei-Centro.d553248621532375876.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.co.uk/Church-Of-Saint-Goncalo-Garcia-Sao-Joao-del-Rei-Centro.d6217755.Attraction) #### Museu Ferroviário You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Museu Ferroviário during your travels in São João del Rei. Discover the area's mountain views and monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Museu-Ferroviario-Sao-Joao-del-Rei-Centro.d553248621532375872.Attraction) ### Explore areas of 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 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.co.uk/Tiradentes-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) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/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) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/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) ### 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 Museu Regional de Sao Joao del-Rei. [](https://expedia.co.uk/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 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tiradentes-Tejuco.dx553248635318283229) ![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 Travellers like the museums in Fábricas, and Tancredo Neves Memorial is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tiradentes-Fabricas.dx553248635318528297) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations 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 ## 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.co.uk/things-to-do/alleyways-tiradentes-city-tour.a2878461.activity-details) > - [Walking Tour del Rei](https://expedia.co.uk/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 on select hotels when you book in 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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