Town in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Paraty
Walkable colonial port town with cobbled streets, rainforest waterfalls and island boat trips. Suits slow solo stays and culture; it is small, touristy at weekends, and streets flood at high tide.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$1,240–1,910Comfortable, one person · R$6,500–10,000Details
- Value for money67/100Better value than 66% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goApr–Jun, Aug–OctWarmest: Feb, 32°CDetails
- Internet242 MbpsFixed broadband, Brazil medianDetails
- Tap waterNo, drink bottledLocal water can be hard and chlorinated; drink bottled or filtered.Details
- LGBTQ+3/5Tolerant, but be discreetDetails
- Solo travel4/5English: limitedDetails
- Doctor's visit$38–86Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundUberVery walkableDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereCards and Pix are accepted in most restaurants and pousadas; carry small cash for market stalls, taxis and boat deposits.Details
Where to stay in Paraty
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Centro Histórico | Cobbled walking core with guesthouses, restaurants and galleries |
| Pontal | Quieter, cheaper side across the river, near the bus station |
| Praia do Jabaquara | Beach stays with simple pousadas just outside town |
Apps that work in Paraty
Ride-hailing
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Uber | Limited fleet; use taxis if none appear |
Food delivery
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| iFood | Limited restaurant choice |
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- ClickBus: Book intercity bus tickets
- Waze: Driving directions; most locals use it
- Taxis: Taxis wait at the bus station and Centro; agree prices for beaches and waterfalls before getting in.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Brazil.
- Cards almost everywhere Cards and Pix are accepted in most restaurants and pousadas; carry small cash for market stalls, taxis and boat deposits.
- Currency: Real (BRL). US$1 ≈ R$5.22 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Banco24Horas, Bradesco and Banco do Brasil ATMs take foreign cards; expect a fee and low night-time limits.
- Tipping: Restaurants and bars add an optional 10% service charge; nothing more is expected. Tipping taxi and ride-app drivers isn't customary.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay work at card terminals; Pix needs a Brazilian account or a Pix-enabled foreign wallet.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- US, Canadian and Australian citizens need an e-visa since April 2025 (US$80.90), applied for online about 10 working days ahead.
- No arrival card or entry fee. Extensions beyond the first stay are requested from the Federal Police before it ends.
- Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for many regions, including the Amazon, but is not required for entry.
Emergency numbers
Police 190 · Ambulance 192 · Fire 193
Plugs
Type C, N · 127 V, 60 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Regular prepaid chips usually need a CPF to register; carrier visitor plans and eSIMs accept a passport. International eSIM apps are simplest. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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