2-Hour Walking Tour of Historic Paraty, Brazil

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About this activity

Find out more about Paraty, a UNESCO World Heritage site for culture and biodiversity, on this fascinating walking tour of the old town. Your state accredited, expert guide will take you back in time to the Portuguese discovery of Brazil and trace the development of Paraty through the sugar, gold and coffee economic booms. Full of insider tips, stories and anecdotes that only a local guide will know, this tour breathes life into the living museum that is Paraty.

Beautiful colonial architecture, street design ahead of its time, Freemasonry, exiled Portuguese royalty and the dark past of the slave trade – these are just some of the ingredients that make up Paraty’s rich and colourful history from the past to the present day.

Maximum Group: 8 travelers

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: Portuguese, English
Operated by: Paraty Explorer

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–10 years) · Youth (11–15 years) · Adults (16–65 years) · Seniors (66–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: All taxes, fees and handling charges
Included: Professional state accredited (cadastur) guide
Included: Small-group tour, maximum 8 people

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees to Casa de Cultura, Churches and other attractions
Not included: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

Casa da Cultura de Paraty

Passing by

The Casa da Cultura is an important historic and modern day centre of Paraty life. Although we dont enter it on this tour it is worth coming back to explore local exhibitions at your leisure
Church of Our Lady of the Rosary and Saint Benedict

Passing by

Another important Paraty Landmark. But is this church for the slaves at the front of the city or the back? Find out more with your local guide
Igreja de Santa Rita

15 min Admission not included

This is the picture postcard Church of Paraty, and is not to be missed! The church also has a sacred art exhibition which clients can visit during daytime hours when it is open.
Capela Nossa Senhora das Dores

15 min Admission not included

The high society church is a great spot to admire the bay of Paraty
First Church of Our Lady of the Remedies

15 min Admission not included

The main church is just one of the highlights of this tour. We dont go in but admire the church, its architecture and its history from the outside in the main square.
Centro Historico

1 h 30 min

Our accredited local guide will take you on a walking tour of the historic old town centre of Paraty. The guide will tell you about the history of Paraty, passing all the major sights of interest and some hidden away! The guide also explain the unique street design which floods at very high tides and the fascinating colonial architecture.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Paraty Tourist Information Centre on Chafariz Square

End point

Paraty Tourist Information Centre on Chafariz Square

Using your ticket

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
A maximum of 08 people per booking
Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
Not wheelchair accessible
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Dress code is smart casual