São João del-Rei Walking Tour: A Relaxed and Engaging Exploration of the City's Cultural History

Embark on a relaxed and engaging walking tour of São João del-Rei, exploring the city’s cultural history through its streets, churches, houses, monuments, and museums. Immerse yourself in the culture, knowledge, stories, and curiosities of this beautiful ‘City of Bells’!

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Rua Padre José Maria Xavier - Reception and welcome to participants. Delivery of bottle of mineral water. The Guide will make a brief explanation about the historical context of the formation of Arraial Novo de N. Sra. do Pilar, Vila e Cidade de São João del-Rei (arrival of the Bandeirantes, Guerra dos Emboabas, Quinto do Ouro, Estrada Real,…
What's Included
  • Umbrella/rain (borrowed)
  • Mineral water
Additional Information

Embark on a journey of discovery at São João del-Rei showcasing all-seizing sights including boulevards, cathedrals, residences, monuments, and museums! This Tour aims to intimately introduce the city in a laid-back, captivating manner via a delightful stroll around the Historic Center. Uncover the traditions, wisdom, tales, and peculiarities which…

Location
R. Padre José Maria Xavier, 35
Rua Padre José Maria Xavier
The meeting point is located at Casarão 35, very close to the Tancredo Neves Memorial.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Anapaulacn2647xo
Jul 11, 2025
Visit with school! - How much history carries SJDR! It was great to meet and learn with Alexandre! We saw that besides history, the city is rich in culture and traditions! Excellent!!!
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I1730gkraquelp
Jul 11, 2025
Best guide I've ever had! - The explanations on the history and monuments of the city were told with a lot of technique and precision. We were amazed with so much richness and details about this unique and beautiful city. Outside the causes that in Minas cannot be missed. Excellent work 👍 recommend to everyone.
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O8442zvdanielb
Jul 10, 2025
Walk Tour São João Del Rey - Extremely nice tour, we know a bit of the history of São João Del Rey with a super prepared team and knows a lot of the place, I recommend!
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Marcos
Jul 10, 2025
Great way to get to know the historic center - Very interesting tour in the historic center. We went on a weekday and as it passes through streets with active trade, it gets a little tumultuous. But the tour itself is very cool, knowing a little about our history.
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H3173vularissag
Jul 9, 2025
It's worth it - The walking tour is very good. Through it we pass the sights, take pictures and know a lot. Alexandre told us many stories of the region and provided throughout the tour historical information to complete the tour. Super worth it! We recommend
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Patriciaty2321ll
Jul 9, 2025
Hotels in São João Del Rei - It is a very interesting tour with a lot of history and discovery. It's the kind of walk to understand the pigs of things are where they are. The city is an open-air museum. Being accompanied by the tour guide Alexandre was very pleasant because he told every detail where we passed. Besides, being with someone who understands and knows the city makes all the difference.
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Cruzmayaraa
Jul 7, 2025
Wonderful! - Very good! Fantastic guide! Well structured, they offer sunscreen, water and give all the assistance. Also, they give tips. I would come back again for sure.
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179alexandrew
Jul 7, 2025
We love the view to St. John of the King with the guide Alexandre - We love the view to St. John of the King with the guide Alexandre The city is beautiful and the guide has a lot of information to pass on An incredible experience of our history
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Mariacarolinai203
Jul 4, 2025
Wide knowledge of the guide - Excellent experience for an overview of the secular history of the city! Everyone involved came out very happy with what they learned!
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Luciana
Jul 1, 2025
Maravilhoso - The history of Brazil is told in a wonderful way. We loved the tour and the information we are taking home. 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
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From $13
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).