First-time visitors
First-time visitors typically start with the Asuncion Highlights Walking Tour, see the Jesuit Ruins of Trinidad, and combine natural and engineering marvels on the Iguazu Falls and Itaipu Dam tours.
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Things to do in Paraguay
Paraguay is suited for visits to Asuncion’s historic centre, nature at Iguazu Falls, and colonial Jesuit missions. Below are bookable tours and tickets via GetYourGuide, with essentials on planning while full editorial content is developed.
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Bookable experiences in Paraguay
Paraguay offers a range of activities that highlight its cultural heritage, natural landscapes, and urban life. Whether you prefer historical sites, river excursions, or local markets, the country provides options suited to different interests and seasons.
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Asuncion : Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide
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Iguazu Falls: 2-Day Guided Tour with Waterfalls & Itaipu
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Jesuit Ruins: Trinidad, a UNESCO World Heritage Site – Departures from Foz and CDE
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Itaipu Dam Tour with Admission Ticket from Foz do Iguaçu
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Asunción: Lake and Paraguayan Culture Tour by Car
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A starting point for shaping the trip around the way you actually travel — not a fixed itinerary.
Families
Families can enjoy boat rides and nature walks near Iguazu Falls, cultural tours around Asuncion’s lake area, and educational visits to the Itaipu Dam.
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Couples may appreciate evening drives around Asuncion’s lake, visits to less crowded Jesuit Ruins, and shared experiences on guided waterfall tours at Iguazu.
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Culture enthusiasts focus on the UNESCO-listed Jesuit Ruins of Trinidad, plus Asuncion’s historic neighbourhoods accessible on foot tours.
See suggested experiencesFood & local flavour
Tasting local Paraguayan cuisine can be done via Asuncion’s market visits and cultural car tours, with opportunities to try traditional dishes like sopa paraguaya.
See suggested experiencesEasy wins / short stays
A short stay can include a morning Asuncion walking tour, an afternoon visit to the Itaipu Dam, and a day trip to Iguazu Falls for waterfalls and shopping.
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Landmark tickets
Look for tickets to Jesuit Ruins of Trinidad, Iguazu Falls tours, and Itaipu Dam admission.
See optionsMuseums & culture
Museums include those in Asuncion’s historic district and cultural sites near Lake Ypacarai.
See optionsWalking tours
Asuncion’s central district offers guided highlights walking tours.
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Markets and cultural car tours around Asuncion provide food experiences featuring local dishes.
See optionsRiver & boat tours
Boat tours around the Paraguay River and lake areas near Asuncion are available.
See optionsDay trips
Day trips include Iguazu Falls, Jesuit Ruins from nearby towns, and Itaipu Dam tours.
See optionsFamily activities
Family-friendly options include nature walks at Iguazu and cultural tours in Asuncion.
See optionsTransfers & practical travel
Transfers typically use Asuncion’s Silvio Pettirossi International Airport and cross-border routes from Foz do Iguaçu.
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A short guide to Paraguay
What should you book ahead in Paraguay?
For major landmarks, limited-capacity museums and popular day trips, advance booking is usually the safest option in Paraguay — the queues at headline sites in peak season are real, and the cheapest timed slots tend to sell out first. Anything ticketed where the visit depends on a specific date or time should be locked in two to four weeks ahead when possible.
What can usually wait until you arrive?
Neighbourhood wandering, casual food stops and most flexible sightseeing rarely need to be booked in advance. The same goes for transport you only commit to once you've seen the weather and the queues. Leave room in the itinerary for the small discoveries — they're often what people remember a year later.
Tickets, guided tours or passes?
Single tickets work when you know what you want and you're happy to navigate independently. Guided tours buy you context — useful at sites where the story matters more than the views. Multi-attraction passes only make sense when you'll genuinely use three or more included tickets in the time window. Do the maths before you buy.
A simple first-trip plan
Morning at the headline landmark with a skip-the-line ticket. Lunch in a neighbourhood you haven't planned. Afternoon at a museum or one guided walk. Evening at a relaxed viewpoint, food spot or short cruise. That single pattern, repeated across two or three days in Paraguay, handles 80% of a first visit without burning anyone out.
Quick answers
The short version
Direct answers to the questions most travellers actually ask before they book.
- Best things to do in Paraguay for first-time visitors
- First-timers should focus on an Asuncion walking tour, a visit to the Jesuit Ruins of Trinidad, and a guided Iguazu Falls tour including the Itaipu Dam.
- What should you book ahead in Paraguay?
- Book Jesuit Ruins tours and multi-day Iguazu Falls excursions well in advance, especially during summer and holiday seasons.
- Best Paraguay experiences by travel style
- Families benefit from nature and cultural tours; couples can enjoy lakeside drives and quieter ruins; culture lovers find the Jesuit sites and museums rewarding; food enthusiasts should seek market tours and local dining in Asuncion.
- How to choose tours and tickets in Paraguay
- Guided tours add value at structured sites like Iguazu Falls and Jesuit Ruins, while single tickets suffice for the Itaipu Dam; combo tours offer convenience for multiple sites.
- Simple first-trip plan for Paraguay
- A weekend visit might start with an Asuncion city walking tour, continue with an Iguazu Falls day trip, and conclude with a visit to the Jesuit Ruins.
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Frequently asked questions about Paraguay
- Key cultural sites include the Museo del Barro in Asunción, the Jesuit Ruins near Encarnación, and the traditional markets in Areguá.
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