Tourism
Explore Paraguay's best destinations: lush nature, rich history, vibrant culture and unforgettable adventures await.
Three Borders Landmark (Hito Tres Fronteras)
Presidente Franco
Tricolor obelisk and viewpoint in Presidente Franco, at the confluence of the Paraná and Iguazú rivers, where Paraguay, Argentina and Brazil meet. At night it offers a dancing-waters light show.
Salto Cristal
Isla Yvate, Borja
A striking 45-meter waterfall in Borja, with a crystal-clear natural pool and adventure activities like rappelling and zip-lining, about 3 hours from Asunción.
Fortín Boquerón (Boquerón Fort)
Boquerón
Historic military site in the Chaco where the Battle of Boquerón (1932) was fought. Field museum with trenches, cemeteries and the Potez 25 aircraft. Free entry.
Lambaré Hill (Cerro Lambaré)
Jukyty, Asunción
A 156 m volcanic hill on the banks of the Paraguay River in Asunción, crowned by the Monument to Victorious Peace and a statue of Chief Lambaré. It offers one of the best panoramic views of the capital.
Cerro Corá National Park
Cerro Corá
National park with the site of the last War of the Triple Alliance battle (1870), monuments to Marshal López and rich biodiversity in Amambay.
Jesuit Art Museum of Santa María de Fe
Santa María de Fe
Jesuit museum in a 1672 building with 57 baroque images and the only complete nativity of all 30 Guaraní missions.
Monday Waterfalls
Presidente Franco
Paraguay's most visited waterfalls (40m high, 120m wide) with panoramic elevator, zip-line and natural pools.
Itaipú Binacional Tourism Complex
Hernandarias
The world's largest hydroelectric dam by energy output, with tours, museum and nature reserve in Hernandarias, Alto Paraná.
Basilica of Our Lady of Miracles of Caacupé
Barrio Alegre, Caacupé
Paraguay's most important sanctuary, with a massive pilgrimage every December 8th, 54 km from Asunción.
Lake Ypacaraí — San Bernardino
San Bernardino
Paraguay's most iconic lake and resort town, with former German colony charm, kayaking, sunsets and art galleries.
Encarnación Waterfront
Encarnación
27 km of renovated waterfront with artificial beaches, gastronomy and Paraguay's largest carnival in January-February.
Ybycuí National Park
Ybycuí
Paraguay's most visited national park: 13 waterfalls, subtropical forest and the historic La Rosada ruins, 150 km from Asunción.