What to do in Paraty

Activities, attractions and tours

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Paraty Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Paraty has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Paraty is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Paraty to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Paraty Attractions

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Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Paraty attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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Water activities

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Paraty Bay Certified Scuba-Diving Experience

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Tours & day trips

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Paraty Bay Certified Scuba-Diving Experience

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Paraty Hisotrical City Tour

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Recommended things to do in Paraty

Number of things to do	36
Things to do from	CA $11
Cheapest thing to do	Paraty Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour
Top 5 things to do	Paraty Bay Certified Scuba-Diving Experience Rainforest Trek to Sono Beach Paraty: Sono Beach Half-day Tour Paraty: 3-Hour Rainforest Horseback Ride Paraty City Tour
Half-day tours	Paraty: 3-Hour Rainforest Horseback Ride Paraty City Tour Sunset Kayaking Caminho Do Ouro Walking Tour Paraty: 3-Hour Painting Class with an Artist
With kids	Rainforest Trek to Sono Beach Sunset Kayaking Shared transport from Paraty to Ilha Grande Schooner Cruise with Snorkelling Trindade Fishing Village Beach Trek & Snorkelling

Discover the most popular places to visit in Paraty

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.

Chapel of Saint Rita

You can find out about the history of Paraty with a visit to Chapel of Saint Rita. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Prainha de Mambucaba

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Prainha de Mambucaba during your trip to Paraty? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Ilha do Cedro

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ilha do Cedro during your travels in Paraty. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Explore areas of Paraty

Paraty featuring a small town or village and a river or creek

Historic Center

Historic Center is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Paraty House of Culture and Chapel of Saint Rita.

Pontal

5/5(1 area review)

Beaches, bars, and historic sites highlight some of the notable features of Pontal. Make a stop by Pontal Beach while you're exploring.

Jabaquara

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

Cabore

5/5(2 area reviews)

Cabore is well-liked for its historic sites, and you can visit sights like Church of Our Lady of the Remedies and Paraty House of Culture if you have time to explore the area.

Ilha das Cobras

While Ilha das Cobras might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Chapel of Saint Rita and Paraty House of Culture.