As I have family living in Brazil I was treated to a visit to Paraty , After the long drive, arriving to the historical city was as if we had traveled in time . The stone paved streets , made by slaves 500 hundred years ago , so i was told , the beautiful architecture , the bookshops , bars and restaurants , the friendly people made us change our minds and stay for a couple of days longer . Very wise decision , indeed , as with more time we were able to take a boat and see the incredible beaches , fauna and flora of this dreamy city .
Plan a stroll and slow, do not miss the Paraty Historical Center and the pier especially at the end of the day on sunset for picture time
I heard about Paraty before visiting and I thought is another over advertised place.You actually have to see this place to feel it. A colonial town full of live and character! A must see if you travel to Brazil!
A unique place to visit. The architecture is amazing, it's a pity it is not conserved as it should. The are lots of buildings without proper maintenance.
I've been to Paraty several times. You have the city itself plus the islands and waterfalls closw to that.
Small city, very well preserved. Colourful and beautiful portuguese architecture. Lots of good restaurants, nice Pousadas and crafts shops. Look for the "Teatro de Bonecos", the local cachaca and the sweet vendor for "quebra-queixo.
You know, I didn't know what to expect when I went to Paraty, but boy did I have fun! The twisty drive from RIO was a totally scenic once and totally worth it. I's a coastal drive, so if you get car sick, take a Dramamine. The city itself features historical buildings and cobblestone streets that were put in by slaves. Within these buildings are some kitschy little shops that are mostly geared towards tourists. I did find a few shops that featured the work of local artisans, but everything was to expensive to buy. Definitely make it a point to take one of the various boat tours. We took one during sunset and it was absolutely gorgeous. Next time i'd make this an overnight trip, because we tried to make it a day trip, so by the time we got back to RIO, we were exhausted.
Very interesting old city in Brasil. A lot of old buildings with the long history. I strongly recommend to see this unique area
A lovely,although touristic little city. Make sure you wear good shoes, the roads are cobbled but with big stones and walking can prove tricky. There are many good restaurants.
I have many times visited the town over a forty-year period, and I am always pleased. It is a bustling historic city best to be visited during week days. Week-ends bring hordes of day tourists who invade the streets and the small beaches. Pity it takes four hours to travel by road from Rio.A place worth a visit, nonetheless.