Paraty
About 4 hr by car from Rio de Janeiro
A colonial town of cobblestones and boats, with islands in the bay.
Why locals go
Colonial charm plus island hopping.
Visiting Rio de Janeiro?
At 4 hr by car, it's easy to add a night or two here and still be back in Rio de Janeiro for your flight home.
What to book
- Schooner island tour
- Historic center walk
- Cachaça distillery tour
Where to stay
One or two nights is enough for most people. Compare places to stay:
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For two
- Private boat to the islands
- Dinner in the historic center
With friends
- Cachaça tasting
- Waterfall hike
When to go
Year-round.