Pontal Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Pontal Beach which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views
Pontal Beach featuring a beach bar, tropical scenes and a beach
Pontal Beach featuring a beach and general coastal views
Pontal Beach which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach
Pontal

Popular places to visit

Paraty House of Culture featuring interior views

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.

Paraty House of Culture
Meio Beach showing a sandy beach, general coastal views and rugged coastline

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.

Meio Beach
Ranch Beach which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views

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.

Praia de Fora
Church of Our Lady of the Remedies featuring a bay or harbour

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.

Church of Our Lady of the Remedies
Paraty showing heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Chapel of Saint Rita

You can find out about the history of Paraty when you stop by Chapel of Saint Rita. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Chapel of Saint Rita
Defensor Perpetuo Fort Museum which includes a garden

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.

Defensor Perpetuo Fort Museum

Activities

Paraty Bay: Islands & Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling

Paraty Bay: Islands & Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling

AU$54
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Paraty Bay: Islands & Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling
From Paraty: Full Day to Trindade - Nature and Sea

From Paraty: Full Day to Trindade - Nature and Sea

AU$62
Per adult
From Paraty: Full Day to Trindade - Nature and Sea
Aerial view of boats in turquoise waters of Trindade Beach

Trindade Beach

AU$141
Per adult
Trindade Beach
Paraty: Pão de Açucar Peak Trekking and Hiking Tour

Paraty: Pão de Açucar Peak Trekking and Hiking Tour

AU$138
Per adult
Paraty: Pão de Açucar Peak Trekking and Hiking Tour
Waterfall & Jungles Jeep Tour

Waterfall & Jungles Jeep Tour

AU$70
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Waterfall & Jungles Jeep Tour
Paraty: Gold Trail Rainforest Hiking Tour

Paraty: Gold Trail Rainforest Hiking Tour

AU$115
Per adult
Paraty: Gold Trail Rainforest Hiking Tour
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Our pick of the best Pontal Hotel Deals

Pousada Maré Cheia
Pousada Maré Cheia
3 out of 5
R. Antônio Lapa Malvão 66, Paraty, RJ
The price is AU$48 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
AU$48
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (247 reviews)
"Great breakfast!"

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2024

Pousada Maré Cheia
Boutique Hotel Carpe Diem
Boutique Hotel Carpe Diem
3 out of 5
Alameda Princesa Isabel, 8, Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
The price is AU$158 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
AU$158
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Church of Our Lady of the Remedies and Matriz Square ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (211 reviews)
"Staff were brilliant especially Renata"

Reviewed on 11 Sep. 2024

Boutique Hotel Carpe Diem
Pousada Vila do Porto
Pousada Vila do Porto
3 out of 5
Rua do Pontal, 60, Pontal, Paraty, RJ
The price is AU$77 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
AU$77
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 3-star pousada in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Church of Our Lady of the Remedies and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (259 reviews)
I don't recommend
"The location was the only thing good. All the rest was below mediocre. Breakfast very poor, the room was dirty with walls full of stains and mold. The bed clothing in doubtful conditions."

Reviewed on 19 Dec. 2023

Pousada Vila do Porto
Casa Aldeia Paraty
Casa Aldeia Paraty
3 out of 5
152 Alameda Princesa Isabel, Paraty, RJ
The price is AU$129 per night from 12 Dec to 13 Dec
AU$129
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Stay at this 3-star pousada in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, concierge services, and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
"It was a beautiful place with a delicious breakfast. The room was very nice. It was spacious with high ceilings and a hammock. There is construction next door, but it was not loud at night."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2024

Casa Aldeia Paraty
Suites e Flats E Ponto
Suites e Flats E Ponto
3 out of 5
R. Oscar Pinto da Silva, 03, Paraty, RJ
The price is AU$59 per night from 11 Dec to 12 Dec
AU$59
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Stay at this 3-star inn in Paraty. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Church of Our Lady of the Remedies and Matriz Square ...
8/10 Very Good! (4 reviews)
Muito agradável
"Hóspede gentil e solícita. Lugar muito agradável, bem próximo ao centro histórico. O café da manhã é pago por fora mas podemos pedir os itens do cardápio, eles fazem na hora, gostoso e com valor muito bom. Oferecem em cortesia café e um bolo delicioso. Penso que com medidas bem simples podem melhorar ..."

Reviewed on 19 Oct. 2024

Suites e Flats E Ponto
Pousada Da Condessa
Pousada Da Condessa
3 out of 5
Av. Octávio Gama, 400, Paraty, RJ
The price is AU$213 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
AU$213
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Puppet Theater and Nossa Senhora das Dores Church ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (161 reviews)
"Reasonably good"

Reviewed on 17 Sep. 2024

Pousada Da Condessa
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Other neighbourhoods around Pontal

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

Historic Center

Historic Center is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Paraty House of Culture and Paraty Beach.

Historic Center
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Ilha das Cobras

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

Ilha das Cobras
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Jabaquara

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

Jabaquara
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Cabore

Cabore is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can plan an outing to Paraty House of Culture and Jabaquara Beach while you're in town.

Cabore
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Mangueira

Mangueira might not have many top sights, but Our Lady of the Rosary and Saint Benedict Church and Chapel of Saint Rita are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Mangueira
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Portal das Artes

The bars and gardens are just a few features travellers like about Portal das Artes. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Jabaquara Beach and Paraty House of Culture are a few top places to visit.

Portal das Artes

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