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
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
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
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
Space Theatre

Space Theatre

Enjoy a show at Space Theatre, a popular theatre in Paraty. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Space Theatre
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

Activities

Paraty Bay: Islands & Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling

Paraty Bay: Islands & Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling

AU$39
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Paraty Bay: Islands & Beaches Boat Tour with Snorkeling
Boat on the water near Paraty, Brazil

Paraty's Paradisac Islands Boat Tour

AU$45
per adult
Paraty's Paradisac Islands Boat Tour
From Paraty: Full Day to Trindade - Nature and Sea

Day Tour to Trindade: Nature and Sea Adventure from Paraty

AU$34
per adult
Day Tour to Trindade: Nature and Sea Adventure from Paraty
Schooner Cruise with Snorkeling

Schooner Cruise with Snorkeling

AU$52
per adult
Schooner Cruise with Snorkeling
Waterfall & Jungles Jeep Tour

Waterfall & Jungles Jeep Tour

AU$71
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Waterfall & Jungles Jeep Tour
Scuba diver swimming near the coral reef in Paraty

Paraty Bay Certified Scuba-Diving Experience

AU$236
per traveller
Paraty Bay Certified Scuba-Diving Experience
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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$58 per night from 16 June to 17 June
AU$58
16 June - 17 June
includes taxes & fees
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! (322 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 6 Apr. 2025

Pousada Maré Cheia
Pousada Vila do Porto
Pousada Vila do Porto
3 out of 5
Rua do Pontal, 60, Pontal, Paraty, RJ
The price is AU$89 per night from 16 June to 17 June
AU$89
16 June - 17 June
includes taxes & fees
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! (305 reviews)
"Amazing little place right by the centre. Highly recommend"

Reviewed on 8 Mar. 2025

Pousada Vila do Porto
Geko Pousada Paraty
Geko Pousada Paraty
2 out of 5
Av. Orlando Carpinelli, 5, Praia do Pontal, Paraty, RJ
The price is AU$81 per night from 16 June to 17 June
AU$81
16 June - 17 June
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach pousada in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Pontal Beach and Capela de NS das Dores ...
7.8/10 Good! (69 reviews)
"Great location. Breakfast on the beach!"

Reviewed on 30 Aug. 2024

Geko Pousada Paraty
Boutique Hotel Carpe Diem
Boutique Hotel Carpe Diem
3 out of 5
Alameda Princesa Isabel, 8, Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
The price is AU$138 per night from 22 June to 23 June
AU$138
22 June - 23 June
includes taxes & fees
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! (240 reviews)
"It was a great stay!"

Reviewed on 9 Jun. 2025

Boutique Hotel Carpe Diem
Casa Aldeia Paraty
Casa Aldeia Paraty
3 out of 5
152 Alameda Princesa Isabel, Paraty, RJ
The price is AU$90 per night from 22 June to 23 June
AU$90
22 June - 23 June
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (51 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
Pousada do Forte
Pousada do Forte
3 out of 5
Alameda Princesa Isabel, 245, Pontal, Paraty
The price is AU$168 per night from 16 June to 17 June
AU$168
16 June - 17 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star pousada in Paraty. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Church of Our Lady of the Remedies and Matriz Square ...
9/10 Wonderful! (48 reviews)
Relaxing Hideaway
"Very cute hotel, the rooms are very Brazilian; simple and clean. Beds were comfortable, very cute to have the option to having air conditioning or natural air with the doors. The hotel staff are wonderful, very limited English, was fine for me I can speak Portuguese but others may have difficulty ..."

Reviewed on 13 Nov. 2023

Pousada do Forte
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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 Church of Our Lady of the Remedies.

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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 Church of Our Lady of the Remedies.

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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.

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Cabore

Cabore is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can plan an outing to Church of Our Lady of the Remedies and Paraty House of Culture while you're in town.

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Mangueira

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

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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 Church of Our Lady of the Remedies are a few top places to visit.

Portal das Artes

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