Paraty

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Meio Beach which includes general coastal views, rugged coastline and a beach
Paraty which includes a bridge and a river or creek
Paraty which includes a bay or harbor
Paraty which includes general coastal views and a sunset
Paraty House of Culture showing a small town or village

Learn about local history and traditions in the museums and churches of the old town and travel to Trindade for its stunning beaches.

With a gem of a historic center and easy access to an array of wonderful beaches, Paraty is an idyllic and serene destination far from the glitz and carnival atmosphere of Rio de Janeiro. Boutique hotels and hostels stand beside museums and churches on the quaint cobbled alleys of this historic fishing port. Stroll through the romantic Paraty Historic Center at dusk, when live music starts to play from the bars.

Enter the Paraty House of Culture to see fascinating exhibits that shed light on the art and culture of the area. Find out about events and activities taking place here. Relax in the tranquil park on the Bandeira Square, which overlooks the stunning Carioca Bay. Walk out on the adjacent wooden planks of the Paraty Wharf, which is lined with colorful boats whose operators offer exploration and scuba tours of the nearby islands and beaches.

Consider the colonial past of this pretty town as you admire the whitewashed façades and colorful window frames of its buildings. Examine the intricate floor tiles of the Church of Our Lady of the Remedies and look up at the lopsided one-towered frontage of the Church of Our Lady of Sorrows.

Make the most of the hot, sunny weather in Paraty with a trip to the nearby hub of beaches, Trindade, which is around 30 to 40 minutes away by car. Dine on seafood at one of the food shacks on Ranchos Beach and swim out to the rock formations of the stunning Meio Beach. Other highlights of the area include Trindade Island, Cachadaço Beach and Cepilho Beach.

Paraty is in the state of Rio de Janeiro in southeastern Brazil. Fly to either São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport or Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International Airport, which are each roughly a 4-hour drive from Paraty. Get around the cobbled historic center on foot and take a bus to the beach area of Trindade. Paraty offers a slice of sandy paradise with its beach havens while its historic center will give you a glimpse into the past.

Where to stay in Paraty

Paraty featuring a small town or village and a river or creek

Historic Center

Historic Center is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Paraty House of Culture and Church of Our Lady of the Remedies.

Historic Center
Pontal Beach which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach

Pontal

5/5(8 area reviews)

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

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Jabaquara

5/5(3 area reviews)

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

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Cabore

5/5(2 area reviews)

Cabore is well-liked for its historic sites, and you can visit sights like Church of Our Lady of the Remedies and Paraty House of Culture if you have time to explore the area.

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Ilha das Cobras

While Ilha das Cobras might 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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Pantanal

When in Pantanal, you can plan a visit to Church of Our Lady of the Remedies and Paraty House of Culture, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Pantanal
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 WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Pousada do Tesouro
Pousada Apple House Paraty

Pousada Apple House Paraty

3.5 out of 5
Rua Joaquim Gama, S/N, Ponte Branca, Paraty
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (520 reviews)
"Very enjoyable stay, the staff were really good. The location is a disaster though, 15 minutes outside town and hard to get Ubers, the hotel did help arrange transfers though. Seems to be full of social media influencers."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Pousada Apple House Paraty
Garden Hotel Boutique

Garden Hotel Boutique

2.5 out of 5
Avenida Octavio Gama, 390, Paraty, RJ
The price is ¥2,489 per night from Sep 9 to Sep 10
¥2,489
¥2,614 total
Sep 9 - Sep 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Paraty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Puppet Theater and Nossa Senhora das Dores ...
En lille oase
"Hyggeligt sted med god beliggenhed, dejlig pool og sødt personale. Vi boede i en af deres bungalows, som var rigtig god til prisen. Man skal bare være opmærksom på, at alle ens ting bliver meget fugtige"

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025

Garden Hotel Boutique
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Perequê-Açu Aparts

Perequê-Açu Aparts

3 out of 5
Rod. Haroldo Fernandes Duarte N. 23512, Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Paraty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Puppet Theater and Nossa Senhora das Dores ...
Perequê-Açu Aparts
Toca do pato hospedagem

Toca do pato hospedagem

2 out of 5
avenida sobral pinto, 2255, Paraty, RJ
Stay at this apartment in Paraty. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Meio Beach and Cachadaco Beach are located ...
Toca do pato hospedagem
Pousada Refúgio Tropical Paraty

Pousada Refúgio Tropical Paraty

3 out of 5
Estrada Paraty-Cunha, 50, Parque Verde, Paraty, RJ
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly aparthotel in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Mini Estrada Real Museum and ...
Pousada Refúgio Tropical Paraty
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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