Portal das Artes Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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 Portal das Artes Hotel Deals

Pousada Brazish

Pousada Brazish

3 out of 5
R. James Joyce, 190, Paraty, RJ
The price is AU$48 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$48
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star pousada in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Puppet Theater and Nossa Senhora das Dores ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (41 reviews)
"Super breakfast!"

Reviewed on 29 May 2025

Pousada Brazish
Casa Poema Paraty

Casa Poema Paraty

3 out of 5
Avenida Cândido Portinari, 156, Paraty, RJ
The price is AU$114 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$114
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star pousada in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Puppet Theater and Nossa Senhora das Dores Church ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (7 reviews)
"Pousada muito aconchegante com um café da manhã maravilhoso. Piscina limpinha. Quarto confortável e muito limpo. Banheiro espaçoso com uma excelente ducha. Funcionários atenciosos e prestativos. Fomos muito bem recebidos. Super recomendo!"

Reviewed on 19 Jan. 2025

Casa Poema Paraty
Pousada Cicerone - Portal das Artes - Com Gerador de Energia

Pousada Cicerone - Portal das Artes - Com Gerador de Energia

2.5 out of 5
Rua Noel Rosa, 188 - Portal das Artes, Paraty, RJ
The price is AU$109 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$109
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this pousada in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Puppet Theater and Nossa Senhora das Dores Church are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (60 reviews)
"It was very clean and quaint. Breakfast was awesome! They were doing some construction in the pool area so it was noisy but they offered a late (very late) check out in exchange which was very nice of them. We would definitely stay again! Great Bakery within 100 steps also."

Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2023

Pousada Cicerone - Portal das Artes - Com Gerador de Energia
Rumo dos Ventos

Rumo dos Ventos

3 out of 5
Rua Glauber Rocha, 17, Portal das Artes, Paraty, RJ
The price is AU$108 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$108
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly pousada in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Puppet Theater and Nossa Senhora ...
7.8/10 Good! (64 reviews)
"It is a solid walk of about 30 minutes to the actual town. Not all of that walk is on a sidewalk."

Reviewed on 10 Jan. 2017

Rumo dos Ventos
Astro Rei Pousada Paraty

Astro Rei Pousada Paraty

3 out of 5
Rua Tarsila do Amaral,, 183, Paraty, RJ
Stay at this 3-star inn in Paraty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Puppet Theater and Nossa Senhora das Dores Church ...
"Duas diárias maravilhosas, lugar tranquilo e aconchegante , chuveiro maravilhoso, cama confortável. Fui muito bem recepcionada"

Reviewed on 7 Jan. 2024

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Astro Rei Pousada Paraty
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
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Other neighbourhoods around Portal das Artes

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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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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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Jabaquara

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

Jabaquara
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
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

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