Things to Do in Paraty

Paraty sits right on the border with Rio de Janeiro state, its cobbled colonial centre closed to cars and lit by gas-style lanterns after dark. It's the gateway to the Costa Verde: schooners leave the harbour daily for the islands and beaches of the bay, and cachaça distilleries dot the hills behind town. Below are the top-rated Paraty tours, from historic walks to full-day boat trips.