Tourism
Explore Paraguay's best destinations: lush nature, rich history, vibrant culture and unforgettable adventures await.
Itauguá — National Capital of Ñandutí
Itauguá
A historic city in Paraguay's Central Department, declared National Capital of Ñandutí. Known for its handmade lace, the Virgen del Rosario Church and the San Rafael museum of sacred art.
Buenaventura Suárez Astronomical Interpretation Center (Planetarium)
San Cosme y Damián
Paraguay's only planetarium and astronomical observatory, in San Cosme y Damián (Itapúa), next to the Jesuit mission. It honors astronomer-priest Buenaventura Suárez, a pioneer of astronomy in the southern hemisphere.
Teatro Municipal Ignacio A. Pane
Centro Histórico, Asunción
Paraguay's most important theater, inaugurated in 1855 by order of Carlos Antonio López. Declared UNESCO Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 1997.
National Fine Arts Museum
Centro, Asunción
Museum founded in 1909 with over 650 works including paintings, sculptures, ceramics and photographs from Paraguayan and international art.
House of Independence Museum
Centro Histórico, Asunción
Historic house built in 1772, the setting where Paraguayan patriots conspired for independence on May 14–15, 1811.
El Cabildo Cultural Center
Centro Histórico, Asunción
Heritage building housing thematic museums on art, history, music, cinema and Paraguay's indigenous cultures, facing the National Congress.
Museum of Memories: Dictatorship and Human Rights
Centro, Asunción
Museum dedicated to preserving the memory of human rights violations during Alfredo Stroessner's dictatorship (1954–1989).
Dr. Andrés Barbero Ethnographic Museum
Asunción
Museum specializing in the material culture of Paraguay's indigenous peoples, with unique collections of ceramics, textiles and ritual objects.
Military Museum of the National Defense Ministry
Asunción
Museum preserving Paraguayan military heritage with objects, documents and weapons from the Triple Alliance and Chaco wars.
National Pantheon of the Heroes
Centro Histórico, Asunción
Neoclassical monument inspired by the Paris Panthéon, home of national km 0 and resting place of Marshal Francisco Solano López and other heroes.
Palacio de los López (Government Palace)
Centro Histórico, Asunción
Seat of Paraguayan Executive Power since 1867, with neoclassical Palladian-influenced architecture. Guided visits on Sundays with limited spots.
Metropolitan Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption
Centro Histórico, Asunción
Neoclassical cathedral built in 1845 on the site of the original 1539 church. Its high altar is adorned with Jesuit and Franciscan silver.