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Centro Histórico de Paraty and around
A day in Paraty · 9:30–16:30 · 5 stops
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mapvivid.com/paraty/itineraries/centro-historico-de-paraty-and-aroundA walking day around Centro Histórico de Paraty, Igreja de Santa Rita de Cássia and Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Rosário e São Benedito, with a lunch break nearby and Cais de Paraty to end the day.
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Morning
9:301Centro Histórico de Paraty ↗1 hGo early
UNESCO colonial town of cobbled streets that flood with high tides
- Wear flat shoes, stones are uneven
- Cars are banned in the core
↓ 2 min walk
10:302Igreja de Santa Rita de Cássia ↗1 h 30 minClosed Mondays
Yellow and white 1722 church that houses the sacred art museum
- Small entry fee
- Iconic photo spot
↓ 2 min walk
12:003Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Rosário e São Benedito ↗1 hLate afternoon
1725 church built for the enslaved and freed Black community
- Limited visiting hours
- Respect services
Lunch
13:00Lunch break nearby · Find restaurants nearby on Google Maps ↗
↓ 3 min walk
Afternoon
14:154Igreja de Nossa Senhora dos Remédios ↗1 hAt night
Parish church from 1787 with a large square in front
- Open on specific hours, check locally
- Good point for the town square
↓ 9 min walk
15:305Cais de Paraty ↗1 hSunset
Old harbor where schooner trips depart
- Book schooner trips here
- Sunsets are great
Good to know. Times are a guide for an unhurried pace. Check opening days before you go.
Paraty tips
Transportation
- Take the bus from Rio or Sao Paulo: Long-distance buses connect Paraty with Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo along the scenic coastal highway.
- Explore by boat: Boat trips from the harbour visit nearby islands and beaches, the best way to see the bay.
- Walk the centre: The historic centre is closed to cars, so park outside and explore the cobbled streets on foot.
Local Hacks
- Watch the high tide: At certain high tides seawater floods some old town streets, a unique sight built into the colonial design.
- Day trip to Trindade: The village of Trindade has beautiful beaches and natural pools, reachable by local bus.
- Explore Saco do Mamangua: This fjord-like inlet is best reached by boat and offers calm waters and hiking trails.
Saving
- Eat por quilo: Pay-by-weight restaurants outside the historic core offer good-value lunches with plenty of variety.
- Take shared boat tours: Group schooner trips are much cheaper than private boats and still visit several beaches.
- Visit outside holidays: Prices rise during Carnival, New Year and festivals, so midweek or off-season visits are cheaper.
Security
- Watch your step: The large irregular stones in the old town are uneven and slippery, so wear sturdy shoes and watch each step.
- Stay aware at night: Paraty is generally calm, but keep valuables discreet and avoid deserted areas after dark.
- Choose licensed boat operators: Make sure boats carry life jackets and are run by registered operators, especially in rough weather.
Cultural
- Taste cachaca: The Paraty region is famous for cachaca; visit a local distillery to learn about it and sample the spirit.
- Try caicara cooking: Local caicara cuisine features fresh fish, banana and cassava; look for dishes like fish with banana.
- Join the festivals: Paraty hosts lively events, including the FLIP literary festival, with talks, music and street life.
Weather/Clothing
- Pack for humid heat: Summers are hot, humid and rainy, so bring light clothing, a rain jacket and swimwear.
- Bring insect repellent: Mosquitoes and tiny biting sand flies are common, especially near the water at dusk.
- Expect cooler winters: Winter months are drier and milder; a light sweater is enough for cooler evenings.
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Centro Histórico de Paraty and around
A walking day around Centro Histórico de Paraty, Igreja de Santa Rita de Cássia and Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Rosário e São Benedito, with a lunch break nearby and Cais de Paraty to end the day.
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Morning
109:30 · 1 hUNESCO colonial town of cobbled streets that flood with high tides
- Tip: Go early
2 tips
- Wear flat shoes, stones are uneven
- Cars are banned in the core
📷 Photos
2 min walk
210:30 · 1 h 30 minYellow and white 1722 church that houses the sacred art museum
- Must know: Closed Mondays
2 tips
- Small entry fee
- Iconic photo spot
📷 Photos
2 min walk
312:00 · 1 h1725 church built for the enslaved and freed Black community
- Tip: Late afternoon
2 tips
- Limited visiting hours
- Respect services
📷 Photos
Lunch
Lunch break nearby · 13:00
Find restaurants nearby on Google Maps3 min walk
Afternoon
414:15 · 1 hParish church from 1787 with a large square in front
- Tip: At night
3 tips
- Open on specific hours, check locally
- Good point for the town square
- Evening mass is atmospheric
📷 Photos
9 min walk
515:30 · 1 hOld harbor where schooner trips depart
- Tip: Sunset
3 tips
- Book schooner trips here
- Sunsets are great
- Compare prices at the booths
📷 Photos
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Times are a guide for an unhurried pace. Check opening days before you go.