Vila Colonial Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Vila Colonial
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nossa Senhora das Dores Church
A simple white exterior and one bell tower with a rooster weather vane characterise the design of this church. Its history is a little more intriguing.
Activities
Paraty Bay: Islands & Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling
Waterfall & Jungles Jeep Tour
Day Tour to Trindade: Nature and Sea Adventure from Paraty
Boat tour experience with snorkel mask included - BY NETUNO TOURS
Transport from Paraty to Grand Island (or vice versa)
Our pick of the best Vila Colonial Hotel Deals
VELINN Pousada Gaia Gardens
Amazing place, strongly recommend.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2024
Pousada Eclipse
Beautiful, clean and great breakfast!
Reviewed on 26 June 2025
Pousada Manacá
Fomos extremamente bem recebidos. Tudo maravilhoso. Pena que somente pude ficar um dia. Mas definitivamente quando voltar a Paraty irei me hospedar na Pousada Manacá!
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Pousada Magias de Paraty
Top
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Pousada Apple House Paraty
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
Pousada do Tesouro
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
Other neighbourhoods around Vila Colonial
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.
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.
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.
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 Pier - Historic Center.
Jabaquara
Unique features of Jabaquara include the gardens and beaches. Make a stop by Jabaquara Beach or Baía da Ilha Grande while you're exploring the area.
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 Pier - Historic Center.
