Vila Colonial 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

Picture 1 for Activity 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
Waterfall & Jungles Jeep Tour

Waterfall & Jungles Jeep Tour

AU$67
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Waterfall & Jungles Jeep Tour
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Day Tour to Trindade: Nature and Sea Adventure from Paraty

AU$49
per adult
Day Tour to Trindade: Nature and Sea Adventure from Paraty
Boat tour experience with snorkel mask included - BY NETUNO TOURS

Boat tour experience with snorkel mask included - BY NETUNO TOURS

AU$29
per adult
Boat tour experience with snorkel mask included - BY NETUNO TOURS
Ilha Grande - Vila do Abraão

Transport from Paraty to Grand Island (or vice versa)

AU$81
per adult
Transport from Paraty to Grand Island (or vice versa)
Paraty : Route of the Gold history , engine DA Cachaça and Waterfalls

Paraty : Route of the Gold history , engine DA Cachaça and Waterfalls

AU$28
per adult
Paraty : Route of the Gold history , engine DA Cachaça and Waterfalls
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Our pick of the best Vila Colonial Hotel Deals

VELINN Pousada Gaia Gardens

VELINN Pousada Gaia Gardens

3 out of 5
R. Cinco 73, Paraty, RJ
Stay at this 3-star inn in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Puppet Theater and Our Lady of the Rosary and Saint ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
"Amazing place, strongly recommend."

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2024

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VELINN Pousada Gaia Gardens
Pousada Manacá

Pousada Manacá

3 out of 5
R. Anazita de Alvarenga, Paraty, RJ
Stay at this 3-star pousada in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Puppet Theater and Our Lady of the Rosary and Saint ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (18 reviews)
"Simple but clean and friendly"

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2022

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Pousada Manacá
Pousada Magias de Paraty

Pousada Magias de Paraty

3 out of 5
R. Cinco, 59, Paraty, RJ
The price is AU$118 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$118
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star pousada in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Puppet Theater and Our Lady of the Rosary and Saint ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Ótima pousada
"Acomodações impecáveis, pessoal super atencioso, não é no próxima ao centro histórico mas a distância é compensada pela qualidade"

Reviewed on 10 May 2025

Pousada Magias de Paraty
Pousada Larissa

Pousada Larissa

2.5 out of 5
Rua dos Coqueiros, 118, Bairro Portal de Paraty, Paraty, RJ
The price is AU$68 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$68
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this pousada in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Puppet Theater and Our Lady of the Rosary and Saint Benedict ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (14 reviews)
Maravilhoso
"RECEPÇÃO MARAVILHOSA. QUARTO LIMPO, NOVO, CAMA MEGA CONFORTÁVEL E GRANDE. EU AMEI TUDO! Vale muito a pena a pousada Larissa."

Reviewed on 21 July 2025

Pousada Larissa
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! (318 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! (534 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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Pousada Apple House Paraty
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Other neighbourhoods around Vila Colonial

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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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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 Paraty House of Culture are a few top places to visit.

Portal das Artes
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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.

Cabore
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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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Jabaquara

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

Jabaquara
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 Paraty Beach.

Historic Center

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