Vila Colonial Travel Guide
Paraty
Visit Vila Colonial
Things to do
Day Tour to Trindade: Nature and Sea Adventure from Paraty
Boat tour experience with snorkel mask included - BY NETUNO TOURS
Transport from Paraty to Grand Island (or vice versa)
From Paraty: One-Way Shared Transfer to Angra dos Reis
Jipe Tour in Paraty: Waterfalls and Cachaça in Engenho D’Ouro
Top hotels in Vila Colonial
VELINN Pousada Gaia Gardens
"A beautiful oasis of calm - we had a friendly, relaxing time. Breakfast was bountiful with eggs cooked to order."
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Pousada Eclipse
"The Eclipse team was very accommodating, facilities very clean, and the pool was awesome!"
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Pousada Villa Del Rey
"Excellent. Highly recommended. Delicious breakfast, beautiful place, clean, the pool is nice and warm. We could interact with some monkeys and feed them, which was really fun."
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Pousada Magia Verde
Pousada Apple House Paraty
"We were disappointed with our stay at Apple House in Paraty. For the price, we expected a much higher standard. The room wasn’t cleaned properly, and the bathroom tap was rusty, which made it feel poorly maintained. The room was also very cold, and there were very few amenities considering what you’re ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026
Pousada do Tesouro
Where to stay in Vila Colonial
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 Our Lady of the Rosary and Saint Benedict Church.
Cabore
Cabore is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can plan an outing to Our Lady of the Rosary and Saint Benedict Church and Paraty House of Culture while you're in town.
Jabaquara
Unique features of Jabaquara include the gardens and beaches. Make a stop by Jabaquara Beach or Baía da Ilha Grande while you're exploring the area.
Pontal
Beaches, bars and historical sites are just a few things travellers enjoy about Pontal. Check out Pontal Beach or Baía da Ilha Grande while you're exploring the area.
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 Our Lady of the Rosary and Saint Benedict Church and Paraty House of Culture.
