Historic Center Travel Guide
Paraty
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Space Theatre
Enjoy a show at Space Theatre, a popular theatre in Paraty. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Bandeira Square
Admire the whitewashed colonial buildings surrounding this enchanting park that overlooks the range of boats and islands in Carioca Bay.
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.
Things to do
Shared transport from Paraty to Ilha Grande
Idyllic Islands Private Speedboat Tour in Paraty
Cedar Island + Indigenous Crafts + Waterfall by JANGO TOUR
Top hotels in Historic Center
Pousada Aconchego
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025
Pousada do Ouro
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2025
Pousada Literária
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025
Pousada Arte Colonial
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2024
A Casa de Paulo Autran
Reviewed on 3 May 2025
Pousada Apple House Paraty
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Center
Pontal
Beaches, bars and historical sites highlight some of the notable features of Pontal. Make a stop by Pontal Beach while you're exploring.
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 Our Lady of the Rosary and Saint Benedict Church and Paraty House of Culture.
Cabore
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.
Jabaquara
Gardens and beaches are notable features of Jabaquara. You might consider stopping by Jabaquara Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.