Historic Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

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 which includes a bay or harbour, heritage elements and a park

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

Activities

Ilha Grande - Vila do Abraão

Shared transport from Paraty to Ilha Grande

NZ$90
per adult
Shared transport from Paraty to Ilha Grande
Boat trip through the Bay of Paraty

Boat trip through the Bay of Paraty

NZ$374
per traveller
Boat trip through the Bay of Paraty
Private Boat Tour

Private Boat Tour

NZ$234
per adult
Private Boat Tour
Paraty Hisotrical City Tour

Paraty Hisotrical City Tour

NZ$22
per traveller
Paraty Hisotrical City Tour
Boat tour experience with snorkel mask included - BY NETUNO TOURS

Boat tour experience with snorkel mask included - BY NETUNO TOURS

NZ$32
per adult
Boat tour experience with snorkel mask included - BY NETUNO TOURS
Paraty Bay: Islands & Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling

Paraty Bay: Islands & Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling

NZ$32
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Paraty Bay: Islands & Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling
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Our pick of the best Historic Center Hotel Deals

Pousada Literária

Pousada Literária

4 out of 5
Rua Ten Francisco Antonio, 362, Centro, Paraty, RJ
The price is NZ$707 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
NZ$707
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star pousada in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Chapel of Saint Rita and Space Theatre are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (269 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 July 2025

Pousada Literária
Pousada do Ouro

Pousada do Ouro

3.5 out of 5
Rua Dr. Pereira 298, Paraty, RJ
The price is NZ$390 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
NZ$390
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star pousada in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (255 reviews)
"The place is dated and very overpriced, there most be better options."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025

Pousada do Ouro
Pousada Bartholomeu

Pousada Bartholomeu

3 out of 5
Rua Doutor Samuel Costa, Paraty
The price is NZ$172 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$172
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star pousada in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, 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 June 2025

Pousada Bartholomeu
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 WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
10/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)
"Patricia!! Thank you so much again for your hospitality. The room is perfect and the house is beautiful…Patricia is so welcoming and helped us pack a breakfast to go as we had to leave at 0800. Check-in was so easy—we would definitely return and recommend to a friend :)"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

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A Casa de Paulo Autran
Pousada Santa Rita

Pousada Santa Rita

2 out of 5
R. Santa Rita, 132, Paraty, RJ
The price is NZ$169 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
NZ$169
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Paraty. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Chapel of Saint Rita and Space Theatre are located nearby.
6/10 (1 review)
"A cama precisa ser trocada ! Madeira soltando! O bar debaixo som muito alto as 08h30 da manha!! Tem que reformar as camas e comodas, fica com cheiro de mofo!"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Pousada Santa Rita
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! (530 reviews)
"This hotel is very honorable, they will make anything that may be wrong, right. I will definitely be staying at this hotel again in the future!"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Center

Pontal Beach which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views

Pontal

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 Paraty Beach.

Ilha das Cobras
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Cabore

Cabore is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can plan an outing to Paraty House of Culture and Jabaquara Beach while you're in town.

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Jabaquara

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 Our Lady of the Rosary and Saint Benedict Church and Chapel of Saint Rita 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 Paraty House of Culture and Jabaquara Beach.

Vila Colonial

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