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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Paollar866
Nov 18, 2024
Excellent guide - It was a super interesting tour with the guide Alexandre. A very rich moment of content, art and history, which added even more charm to the city of São João del Rei.
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Renatag9
Oct 24, 2024
Great bull in São João del Rei - The tour explains the history of all the sights of São João del Rey, including the various churches and historic buildings. Perfect for knowing the city. The guide is great. Highly recommended!
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Sergioac9280in
Oct 8, 2024
Much More than a walk through the historic center - A very good way to get to know the main points of the city and learn about the local history and Brazil. This guided tour adds value to the tour. It's worth it.
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Goplaces23707905303
Oct 8, 2024
History of Brazil brilliantly contacted - Excellent the work of the Guide Alexandre, super polite, attentive throughout the presentation. Second time in São João Del Rey, today was perfect, score 1000. Congratulations on the great work!!! I urge everyone to appreciate this presentation of our rich history.
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Erikafao
Oct 8, 2024
Surprisingly - Unavoidable program! The Guide Alexandre explains the history by strolling through the city which is one of the wonders of mining architecture! Amazing!
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Rodrigovr2978te
Sep 28, 2024
Interesting - Nice tour to know the historical curiosities of Sjdr. The Guide is very polite and knows a lot about the history of the city, as well as many interesting curiosities.
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Leompestana
Sep 28, 2024
INDISPENSABLE - In cities with a rich history as São João del Rey, knowledge and information are worth gold. This is what Alexander, our Guide, gave us: knowledge. Educated and available, met our expectations and went beyond. Attentive and detailed, provided us with an excellent experience.
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K6155whmarcosa
Sep 18, 2024
Impermeable and unforgettable! - Impermeable for anyone who wants to have an immersive experience of the history and architecture of São João del Rei! A real walk through history! Guide Alexandre was super friendly and attentive, telling the historical facts and every important detail of the journey! Highly recommended!
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Carlaalvesgomes
Sep 15, 2024
Excellent tour for immersion in history and the city! - We love Alexandre's explanation! Very patient, with good mastery of history and excellent photographer! It is a new opportunity to see the city from another perspective! Even more ecological!
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Sergioju1746qq
Sep 12, 2024
Excellent walk - Exceptional the tour and also how the Guide Alexandre leads the tour, his knowledge, the way in explaining all stops, makes it worth it.
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