São João del-Rei Walking Tour: A Relaxed and Engaging Exploration of the City's Cultural History
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166 Ratings
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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:
1 day
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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, Gentilico, passage of Emperor Dom Pedro II, Railroad EFOM and some expressions).
What's Included
- Umbrella/rain (borrowed)
- Mineral water
- Entrance ticket to the Cathedral Basilica N. Sra. of the Pillar
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 underlie the spectacular backdrop of the ‘City of Bells’! (Seats are limited).
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.
Customer Ratings
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N5004eulucianac
May 18, 2024
A sensational experience! - An incredible tour that provided us with a lot of learning and made me fall in love with São João Del Rei even more! The guide is very knowledgeable and took us to the city's main tourist attractions! It is worth checking!
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Glauciaw2023
May 16, 2024
Towards building such a beautiful story - The Story of São João del Rei...it was a beautiful experience for me and my son... Congratulations to the professional Alexandre for his care and love for his work.
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337daniellei
May 11, 2024
I loved it, super attentive guide - I loved the tour, polite, attentive guide. I learned a lot about the history of the region and I recommend it to everyone who is coming.
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Liannacampos
May 11, 2024
Walking tour unmissable! - We were lucky enough to take the tour with just us and the guide, Alexandre, who gave us a history and architecture lesson at each place we passed. Time flew! Certainly a wonderful experience and one that everyone should experience!
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Abiapaixao
May 11, 2024
WONDERFUL Historical Tour - The tour is very enriching in every way. Our guide, Alexandre, was able to tell us very well about the history of Minas and São João Del Rey. We were enchanted. Definitely an incredible experience. I recommend it too much.
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Edsonap7074oc
May 10, 2024
Charming - Incredible tour with the walking tour del rei agency. We would do 1000x more. The amazing Alexandre guide! Thanks…..
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74lds
May 3, 2024
WONDERFUL tour of São João - The tour was very good. The guide knows a lot about the city and it's very interesting to listen to him. Furthermore, we go to practically all the cool corners of São João
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V8318hzandreias
May 3, 2024
Very satisfied - The tour was excellent. The Guide has a wealth of knowledge of the city.
Very constructive. We loved taking the tour with the agency.
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D740tvreginan
May 18, 2024
Knowledge - The guide is very polite and knowledgeable about the history of the city. Although we don't have much to be proud of from the past, it is important to know the history of your city and country.
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Celinamariar
May 16, 2024
Knowing the story of São João del-Rei - Tour guided by tour guide Alexandre and his daughter Sara, from Walking tour del Rei. The itinerary was in the historic center of São João del-Rei. History, facts and culture of the city and its political characters were in the past. Very cool! Gratitude!
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