Historic Center Travel Guide

Paraty

Paraty showing a river or creek and a small town or village
Paraty House of Culture featuring a small town or village as well as a small group of people
Paraty showing night scenes and outdoor eating as well as a small group of people
Paraty which includes outdoor eating as well as a small group of people
Paraty featuring a small town or village and night scenes

Popular places to visit

Paraty House of Culture featuring interior views

Paraty House of Culture

Appreciate the stunning views of Paraty’s historic center and the nearby Carioca Bay as you learn all about the local culture in this interesting museum.

Paraty House of Culture
Church of Our Lady of the Remedies featuring a bay or harbour

Church of Our Lady of the Remedies

Inspect the intricate tiled floors and works of art in this impressive church that takes up an entire block in the town center.

Church of Our Lady of the Remedies
Paraty showing heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Chapel of Saint Rita

You can find out about the history of Paraty when you stop by Chapel of Saint Rita. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Chapel of Saint Rita
Space Theatre

Space Theatre

Enjoy a show at Space Theatre, a popular theatre in Paraty. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Space Theatre
Bandeira Square featuring heritage elements, a park and a coastal town

Bandeira Square

Admire the whitewashed colonial buildings surrounding this enchanting park that overlooks the range of boats and islands in Carioca Bay.

Bandeira Square

Our Lady of the Rosary and Saint Benedict Church

You can find out about the history of Paraty with a stop at Our Lady of the Rosary and Saint Benedict Church. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Our Lady of the Rosary and Saint Benedict Church

Things to do

Paraty Hisotrical City Tour

Paraty Hisotrical City Tour

Rp214.504
per traveller
Paraty Hisotrical City Tour
Private Boat Tour

Private Boat Tour

Rp2.234.748
per adult
Private Boat Tour
Ilha Grande - Vila do Abraão

Shared transport from Paraty to Ilha Grande

Rp875.189
per adult
Shared transport from Paraty to Ilha Grande
Tour of Paraty Islands and Beaches

Tour of Paraty Islands and Beaches

Rp2.893.254
per traveller
Tour of Paraty Islands and Beaches
Idyllic Islands Private Speedboat Tour in Paraty

Idyllic Islands Private Speedboat Tour in Paraty

Rp9.065.637
per traveller
Idyllic Islands Private Speedboat Tour in Paraty
Jeep 4x4 Nature Tour in Paraty with Tasting

Jeep 4x4 Nature Tour in Paraty with Tasting

Rp595.903
per adult
Jeep 4x4 Nature Tour in Paraty with Tasting
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Top hotels in Historic Center

Pousada do Ouro

Pousada do Ouro

3.5 out of 5
Rua Dr. Pereira 298, Paraty, RJ
The price is Rp3.120.220 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
Rp3.120.220
Rp3.603.858 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star pousada in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (251 reviews)
"Beautiful property with friendly staff. Very accommodating to the needs of our group. My favorite stay during our Brazil trip."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2025

Pousada do Ouro
Pousada Aconchego

Pousada Aconchego

3 out of 5
Rua Domingos Gonçalves de Abreu, Paraty
The price is Rp1.341.292 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp1.341.292
Rp1.408.364 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly inn in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (297 reviews)
"Excellent staff went out of the way to accomodate"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Pousada Aconchego
Pousada Bartholomeu

Pousada Bartholomeu

3 out of 5
Rua Doutor Samuel Costa, Paraty
The price is Rp1.518.835 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.518.835
Rp1.594.777 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star pousada in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Paraty House of Culture and Cathedral Park ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (66 reviews)
"The location and staff were great! Wonderful breakfast and dinners. I stayed mid-week and it was very quiet. I would stay here again."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2025

Pousada Bartholomeu
Pousada Literária

Pousada Literária

4 out of 5
Rua Ten Francisco Antonio, 362, Centro, Paraty, RJ
The price is Rp5.888.981 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
Rp5.888.981
Rp6.801.773 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star pousada in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Chapel of Saint Rita and Space Theatre are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (266 reviews)
Best on the mata atlântica
"An all round brilliant hotel - lovely rooms, great location and really helpful staff. They were also really helpful with our baby providing a beautiful cot and helping with baby food."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Pousada Literária
A Casa de Paulo Autran

A Casa de Paulo Autran

3.5 out of 5
4 Rua Aurora, Centro Histórico, Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
Stay at this 3.5-star pousada in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
10/10 Exceptional! (92 reviews)
"It felt like having a very good friend in Brazil welcoming you to their beautiful home. Everyone made an effort to make you feel super welcome and made sure we would have an amazing time. We 100% recommend this place. Thank you Patricia for having us. 🙌❤️"

Reviewed on 3 May 2025

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A Casa de Paulo Autran
Pousada do Tesouro

Pousada do Tesouro

3 out of 5
Rua Benina de Toledo Prado, 712, Paraty, RJ
Stay at this 3-star pousada in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (300 reviews)
"Ótima hospedagem! Em 3 minutos eu estava na rua principal de Paraty e em 10 min andando tranquilamente eu estava na ponta do cais quase dentro do barco. Café da manhã ótimo e é uma das primeiras pousadas custo benefício que vou que há uma variedade boa de café da manhã. O que me impressionou muito ..."

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2024

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Pousada do Tesouro
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Center

Pontal Beach featuring general coastal views and a sandy beach

Pontal

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Beaches, bars and historical sites highlight some of the notable features of Pontal. Make a stop by Pontal Beach while you're exploring.

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Ilha das Cobras

While Ilha das Cobras may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Paraty House of Culture and Church of Our Lady of the Remedies.

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Cabore

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Cabore is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can plan an outing to Church of Our Lady of the Remedies and Paraty House of Culture while you're in town.

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Jabaquara

5/5(1 area review)

Gardens and beaches are notable features of Jabaquara. You might consider stopping by Jabaquara Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Jabaquara
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Mangueira

Mangueira might not have many top sights, but Nossa Senhora das Dores Church and Our Lady of the Rosary and Saint Benedict Church are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Mangueira
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Vila Colonial

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Vila Colonial and surrounding area, you can visit Nossa Senhora das Dores Church and Church of Our Lady of the Remedies.

Vila Colonial

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