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Southeast Brazil, Brazil
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Overview
Experience an immersion in the main sights; streets, churches, houses, monuments and museums! The purpose of this Tour is to present the city of São João del-Rei in a relaxed and engaging way, through a pleasant walk through the Historic Center. Get to know the culture, knowledge, stories and curiosities that are behind this beautiful scenery of the "City of Bells"! (Limited vacancies).
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
The meeting point is located at Casarão 35, very close to the Tancredo Neves Memorial.
End Point
End point
The tour ends at the Church of San Francisco.
Language Offered
Portuguese-GUIDE
Itinerary
1. 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).
Duration: 10 mins
2. Memorial Tancredo Neves
At this point the guide will talk about the life and career of President Tancredo de Almeida Neves.
Duration: 5 mins
3. Museu da FEB
Historical Museum on Brazil's participation in World War II and collection with many historical relics.
Duration: 5 mins
4. Teatro Municipal
Discover the history of the beautiful and historic Municipal Theater of São João del-Rei.
Duration: 5 mins
5. Solar da Baronesa de Itaverava
After learning about attractions such as the Chain Bridge and the City Hall, as well as several other historical events, the guide will lead the participants to this manor house, which is of extreme historical and architectural relevance. It has features that make it different from others at that time and for this reason, in 1938 the Solar was listed by IPHAN, and is currently the Cultural Center of the Federal University of São João del-Rei.
Duration: 10 mins
6. Nossa Senhora do Carmo Church
Meet and be impressed by one of the main colonial churches in the city!
Duration: 10 mins
7. Pelourinho
There, the guide will explain about the events of the Vila in the Colonial Period, as well as slavery and the Lei Aurea.
8. Igreja Nossa Senhora das Merces
After passing through Largo da Cruz/Passo da Paixão - Senhor dos Passos, and the House of Barão de Itambé, the guide will introduce you to the history of the Church of Nossa Senhora das Mercês, located in a higher part of the historic center, which has an outstanding access staircase.
Duration: 10 mins
9. Paroquia da Catedral Basilica de Nossa Senhora do Pilar
Great representative of Brazilian colonial art, containing rich decoration in gilded carving, paintings and statuary, the Basilica Cathedral of Nossa Senhora do Pilar was listed by the National Historical and Artistic Heritage Institute (IPHAN). Beautiful place to visit.
Duration: 10 mins
10. Museu de Arte Sacra
The collection of the Museum of Sacred Art consists of records of several important historical periods for the city of São João del-Rei and the state of Minas Gerais, such as the period of mining and the artistic production of the baroque and rococo styles.
11. Solar dos Lustosa Acupuntura
Our guide will tell the story of the famous dentist Doctor Lustosa, who developed the famous toothache ointment.
12. Solar dos Neves
The history of the President of the Republic Tancredo Neves is mixed with the history of São João del-Rei itself. Passing by Sobrado Lustosa, discover where he lived between 1957 and 1985!
13. Church of Nossa Senhora do Rosario
With works started in 1708, the church of Nossa Senhora do Rosário is one of the oldest buildings in São João del Rei (MG)!
Duration: 5 mins
14. Rua das Casas Tortas
Close to Largo do Rosário, in one of the oldest streets in the city of São João Del Rei, on Rua Santo Antônio, discover the famous Rua das Casas Tortas.
Duration: 5 mins
15. Casa Barbara Heliodora
At that point where the heroine of Inconfidência Mineira Barbara Heliodora Guilhermina da Silveira was born, the guide will talk about the Conjuration Mineira of 1789.
Duration: 5 mins
16. Igreja de Sao Francisco de Assis
Passing by the Conservatório de Música, the little street on Rua da Prata, the Casarão do Barão de São João del-Rei, Casa de Bárbara Heliodora and Casa Episcopal, get to know in depth the history of this Church, which began construction in 1774, is a one of the main landmarks of Brazilian colonial art, becoming famous for the beauty of its architecture, the richness of its carvings and its participation in the works of master Aleijadinho, author of the project. Here, the Walking Tour del-Rei ends.
Duration: 10 mins
Inclusion
Umbrella/rain (borrowed)
Mineral water
Cancellation Policy
Refundable tickets
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
- 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Agência Walking Tour del-Rei
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