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2-Hour Walking Tour of Historic Paraty, Brazil
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Paraty
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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...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in Portuguese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in Portuguese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Professional state accredited (cadastur) guide
Small-group tour, maximum 8 people
Entrance fees to Casa de Cultura, Churches and other attractions
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Points
Departure
Av. Roberto Silveira, 3
Paraty Tourist Information Centre on Chafariz Square
Return
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Minimum drinking age is 18 years
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A maximum of 08 people per booking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in Portuguese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in Portuguese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Professional state accredited (cadastur) guide
Small-group tour, maximum 8 people
Entrance fees to Casa de Cultura, Churches and other attractions
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Points
Departure
Av. Roberto Silveira, 3
Paraty Tourist Information Centre on Chafariz Square
Return
Itinerary
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Casa da Cultura de Paraty
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
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Church of Our Lady of the Rosary and Saint Benedict
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
3
Igreja de Santa Rita
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.
15 minutes
4
Capela Nossa Senhora das Dores
The high society church is a great spot to admire the bay of Paraty
15 minutes
5
First Church of Our Lady of the Remedies
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.
15 minutes
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Centro Historico
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.
