Mangueira Travel Guide

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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
Ranch Beach which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views

Praia de Fora

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia de Fora during your trip to Trindade? Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's live music.

Praia de Fora
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
Meio Beach showing a sandy beach, general coastal views and rugged coastline

Meio Beach

Clamber over impressive rock formations and spot colorful fish as you snorkel in the crystalline waters of this picturesque and serene beach in Trindade.

Meio Beach
Defensor Perpetuo Fort Museum which includes a garden

Defensor Perpetuo Fort Museum

Ascend the trail to this hilltop fort and see outstanding views along the way, then enter the museum to learn about the customs of past communities.

Defensor Perpetuo Fort Museum

Activities

Paraty Bay: Islands & Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling

Paraty Bay: Islands & Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling

AU$29
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Paraty Bay: Islands & Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling
Idyllic Islands Private Speedboat Tour in Paraty

Idyllic Islands Private Speedboat Tour in Paraty

AU$841
per traveller
Idyllic Islands Private Speedboat Tour in Paraty
Scuba diver swimming near the coral reef in Paraty

Paraty Bay Certified Scuba-Diving Experience

AU$234
per traveller
Paraty Bay Certified Scuba-Diving Experience
Jeep 4x4 Nature Tour in Paraty with Tasting

Jeep 4x4 Nature Tour in Paraty with Tasting

AU$57
per adult
Jeep 4x4 Nature Tour in Paraty with Tasting
Paraty: Sono Beach Half-day Tour

Paraty: Sono Beach Half-day Tour

AU$139
per adult
Paraty: Sono Beach Half-day Tour
Paraty: Pão de Açucar Peak Trekking and Hiking Tour

Paraty: Pão de Açucar Peak Trekking and Hiking Tour

AU$138
per adult
Paraty: Pão de Açucar Peak Trekking and Hiking Tour
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Our pick of the best Mangueira Hotel Deals

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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (295 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
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! (518 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 31 Jul. 2025

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Pousada Recanto de Paraty

Pousada Recanto de Paraty

3 out of 5
BR 101, Km 564, Praia Grande, Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
Stay at this 3-star pousada in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Grande Beach and Cachaca Maria Izabel are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (72 reviews)
Must stay!
"This is the perfect getaway! We loved every second of our trip."

Reviewed on 15 Feb. 2024

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Pousada Recanto de Paraty
Pousada Maré Cheia

Pousada Maré Cheia

3 out of 5
R. Antônio Lapa Malvão 66, Paraty, RJ
The price is AU$59 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$59
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (346 reviews)
"Brilliant location, 1 minute walk to the beach! Lovely breakfast, friendly staff and nice clean room."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Pousada Maré Cheia
Imperatriz Paraty Hotel

Imperatriz Paraty Hotel

3 out of 5
Estrada do Jabaquara, 731 - Caboré, Paraty, RJ
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Paraty. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a sauna. Popular attractions Puppet Theater and Nossa Senhora das Dores Church are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (218 reviews)
"The staff was very good to work with. Food exceptional!!!"

Reviewed on 4 Feb. 2024

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Imperatriz Paraty Hotel
Pousada Recanto do Jabaquara

Pousada Recanto do Jabaquara

3 out of 5
Av. Jabaquara, 1461, Praia do Jabaquara, Paraty
The price is AU$107 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$107
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (239 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay at Pousada Recanto. The staff are helpful and the breakfast was impressive, a full spread of eggs, fruit and pastries. It’s about a five minute walk to the beach and a 15 to 20 minute walk into the historic center. Rustic and friendly."

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2025

Pousada Recanto do Jabaquara
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Other neighbourhoods around 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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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.

Cabore
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Portal das Artes

The bars and gardens are just a few features travellers like about Portal das Artes. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Jabaquara Beach and Church of Our Lady of the Remedies are a few top places to visit.

Portal das Artes
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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.

Ilha das Cobras
Paraty which includes a river or creek and a small town or village

Historic Center

Historic Center is noteworthy for its historical 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 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.

Pontal

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