Things to do & places to visit in Itapua Department, Paraguay

Itapua Department #3 destination in Paraguay 2023. The average rating score is 4.45 based on 1.692 traveler reviews, of 31 attractions. Timezone: America/Asuncion, current date and time: Friday, May 10, 2024, 4:36.

Top things to do (34)

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5.0 Mision Jesuita de San Cosme y San Damian (38 reviews)
- Monument to a social and religious experiment
Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks

This site features massive physical evidence of a social and religious oasis in this former Spanish colony. Our knowledgeable guide took the view that this was a benign village providing shelter from slave-hunters from Brazil. But no doubt it was also a place of Catholic indoctrination. The Spanish crown saw the increasing influence of the Jesuits as a threat and evicted the Jesuits in 1767. While the Jesuits were only a handful, the social experiment fell apart after they left. This venue has a twist to it: a planetarium which includes an ingenious mechanical model to illustrate planetary movements. See more..
5.0 National Park Cordillera San Rafael (6 reviews)
- Beautiful Atlantic forest. Pure nature.
National Parks

This is one of the last parts of Atlantic Forest left in Paraguay. Due to the efforts of Hans and Christine from Pro cosara this paradise still exists. You can contact them for a stay or even better do what we did and book a tour with Fauna Paraguay in Encarnacion. Our guide was Paul Smith. A specialist in birds and overall knowledge of nature and this specific ecosystem. I was well worth to do this tour. Seen a lot of beautiful things and is and the food at Pro Cosara was the best we had in Paraguay. Us being vegetarians. Go there if you love nature and support the work of Pro Cosara if you can. Great. See more..
5.0 Selfie Museo (3 reviews)
- Excelente
Friday: 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Game & Entertainment Centers

A super entertaining place in Encarnación, for adults and children, with a lot of spaces that will blow your imagination and, above all, we assure you many laughs and beautiful memories See more..
5.0 Complejo Ecologico Museo del Arbol (2 reviews)
- Hermoso
Nature & Wildlife Areas

Contacto con la naturaleza,excelente atención de los dueños. Muchas actividades adrenalinicas para realizar. See more..
5.0 Soho Beach (1 review)
- Excelente!
Friday: 2:00 PM - 1:00 AM Beaches

Bar ubicado en la playa Mboi ka’e Contamos con reposeras, mesas y sillas, bar de tragos, comida rápida, djs y eventos especiales. See more..
5.0 National Park Cordillera San Rafael (6 reviews)
- Beautiful Atlantic forest. Pure nature.
National Parks

This is one of the last parts of Atlantic Forest left in Paraguay. Due to the efforts of Hans and Christine from Pro cosara this paradise still exists. You can contact them for a stay or even better do what we did and book a tour with Fauna Paraguay in Encarnacion. Our guide was Paul Smith. A specialist in birds and overall knowledge of nature and this specific ecosystem. I was well worth to do this tour. Seen a lot of beautiful things and is and the food at Pro Cosara was the best we had in Paraguay. Us being vegetarians. Go there if you love nature and support the work of Pro Cosara if you can. Great. See more..
4.5 Costanera de la Ciudad de Encarnación Paraguay (550 reviews)
- Nice for a long and relaxing walk
Historic Walking Areas

Very nice place. You can take a long walk with wonderful views of the river and the city of Posadas. The place is safe and well mantained. Sunsets are just fantastic. The only weakness: no trees to be found!! See more..
4.5 La Santisima Trinidad De Parana (335 reviews)
- The best thing about Paraguay
Friday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Historic Sites

A hilltop site of a Jesuit mission. See more..
4.5 Ruinas jesuíticas de Jesús de Tavarangue (291 reviews)
- Majestic and Quiet
Friday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Ancient Ruins

A very quiet place to walk around and sense the history of this Jesuit mission. The night time video on the inside wall of the unfinished cathedral was really awesome - standing there in the center of the "ruins" and watching under the stars. Really worth staying for. See more..
4.5 San Jose Beach (236 reviews)
- Playa San Jose
Beaches

Very beautiful sunsets! Nice place to visit on the weekend as it is more full with locals and tourists and really nice Latino music! See more..
4.5 Playa Tacuary (13 reviews)
- This is an absolute gem, hidden from the masses, never imagined a beach in Paraguay
Spent 2-3 hours Beaches

Carmen Del Parana is a hidden treasure, there are beaches, soft sand, a great small "high street" further up where you can get most of your supplies, a hospital, schools, a whole friendly community, even an art gallery. The supermarket very well stocked and very friendly staff. I've got to get back to the locals who are so friendly. Bird watchers, you've got to come here. Don't come here if you want bright lights and have to be amused, here you entertain yourself. Felt very safe, make sure you know some Spanish, had no problems with phone signal. See more..
4.5 Mision Jesuitica Guarani Jesus de Tavarangue (7 reviews)
- Very worth visiting
Friday: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Ancient Ruins • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites

This mission was founded in 1685 by Jesuit father Jeronimo Delfin. In 1993, it was declared as a World cultural heritage of UNESCO. Recently, we provide new attraction which is '3D Video Mapping Show' at 19:30, on every thursday to sunday. See more..
4.5 Parque Ecologico Ita Cajon (4 reviews)
- Nice view over the ruins
Spent 1-2 hours Parks • Forests

We walked for 15 minutes from the ruins of Trinidad to get here. Unfortunately, we passed the entrance and paid 20.000 Gs per person to 'enter'. Later, we discovered you can just walk in from any other side WITHOUT paying. I advise you to do that so you can enjoy the view even more. See more..
4.5 Guarani Paraguay Travel (2 reviews)
- Pura historia
City Tours • Multi-day Tours • Taxis & Shuttles • Hiking & Camping Tours • Private Tours • Day Trips

Un lugar representativo de la historia de Paraguay y de forma indirecta de España también.
Cuenta con el mantenimiento necesario Gracias en gran parte a la cooperación de la reina de España.
Es un lugar que destila historia paraguaya, nombrado patrimonio de la humanidad por la UNESCO desde 1993.
La misión Jesuítica de Santísima Trinidad del Paraná es la mejor conservada de todas y si no me equivoco la más extensa en tierras.
Igual cuentas con un guía que te explicará todo por el mismo precio.
Interesante de ver. See more..
4.5 Museo Histórico Ferroviario de Carmen del Parana (2 reviews)
- very good
Friday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Historic Walking Areas

small town, but beautifully presented little museum, free entry, helpful guide (in Spanish) and history of the varied peoples that have formed this town - many from parts of Europe. (sunset from here is beautiful, over the water.) See more..
4.0 Plaza de Armas (80 reviews)
- Relax and Enjoy
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Right on El Centro area, it is a very nice place to go and relax, seated under the nice shady trees. There is a Japanese garden in one of the Plaza corners. Kids and teenagers love to go there. It is surrounded by Banks, stores, restaurants. On saturday you can take a ride in one of the horse and carts that park there and go sightseeing. There are some monuments (if you are into history). I think anybody will enjoy going to the Plaza. See more..
4.0 Parroquia Catedral Nuestra Senora (52 reviews)
- Well-kept for quiet reflection
Spent 1-2 hours Churches & Cathedrals

This cathedral was open and kept in very good shape. Interesting mural of the last supper on the wall behind the altar. See more..
4.0 Iglesia Ortodoxa San Jorge (22 reviews)
- Impressive
Religious Sites • Churches & Cathedrals

Inglesia Ortodoxa San Jorge is very impressive from the outside and its architecture is one of the nicest ones in town. See more..
4.0 Casino Carnaval (13 reviews)
- Loved Carnaval in Encarnacion
Spent More than 3 hours Casinos

The Carnaval in Encarnacion is on every Friday and Saturday night during the festival period. You can buy tickets at the gate or from touts on the streets outside the gates however better deals are had by buying your ticket beforehand from one of many outlets downtown (includes most bottle shops). It was absolutely fantastic and I highly recommend it. Amazing costumes, floats, music and atmosphere. Surprisingly it was easy, not too crowded, sitting spaces, food, cheap drinks, friendly people. A perfect way to experience Carnaval in South America. See more..
4.0 Iglesia Nuestra Señora de la Inmaculada Concepción (9 reviews)
- Hermosa Iglesia!
Churches & Cathedrals

Hermosa Iglesia, muy buenas imágenes para los que gustan del arte sacro, arquitectura de la época de los jesuitas, muy interesante. See more..
4.0 Escalinata San Pedro (6 reviews)
- hermoso
Parks

uUn lugar hermoso,una obra de arte, para conocer y sacarse fotos. Mejoraria la limpieza, la ultima vez que fuimos estaba con tierra acumulada. Asi no se aprecia como deberia See more..
4.0 Santuario de la Virgen de Itacua (3 reviews)
- Maravilloso lugar
Churches & Cathedrals

El Santuario está cerca de Encarnación, a solo 9 kilómetros y se llega por camino asfaltado. El lugar es hermoso, con vegetación exuberante y unas vistas al río hermosas. La Iglesia es muy original y la gruta de la Virgen a la vera del rio, ni que decir!!! Un lugar de mucha paz y en armonía con la naturaleza. Vale la pena conocerlo. See more..
4.0 Dunas de San Cosme y Damian (2 reviews)
- far from civilization
Geologic Formations

you have to make it to the peer, take a small boat for 1h to the dunes. then take the same boat back for 1-hr. and go and drive back to encarnacion. min # of people rquired. See more..
4.0 Mini Zoologico Juan XXII (2 reviews)
- good way to see native animals up close
Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Zoos
as its title suggests,this is a mini zoo, but if you have only half an hour, a good way to see a variety of native animals and birds up close. the entry fee was just 5000 a person, less than one US dollar. I felt sorry for the big cats, as their cages were too small, but you did actually get to see them close up. There were many different birds, and monkeys, crocodiles, tapirs, etc. there were name cards up on the cages with information on the animals, written in Spanish. See more..
3.5 Parque Acuatico Y Ecologico El Dorado (13 reviews)
- Excelente
Spent More than 3 hours Water Parks

lugar especial para divertirse en familia..ofrecen variedad de juegos acuaticos y relax al aire libre.. paquetes para grupos.. See more..
Parroquia Espiritu Santo de Hohenau (0 review)
Churches & Cathedrals
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Caramelandia (0 review)
Friday: 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 6:30 PM Speciality & Gift Shops

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Fun Top Fun Paraguay (0 review)
City Tours • Multi-day Tours • Cultural Tours • Beer Tastings & Tours • Coffee & Tea Tours • Private Tours • Bus Tours • Bar, Club & Pub Tours • Distillery Tours • 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours • Bike Tours • Eco Tours • Hiking & Camping Tours • Day Trips

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Playa San Cosme y San Damian (0 review)
Beaches
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FAUNA Paraguay (0 review)
Cultural Tours • Historical & Heritage Tours • Eco Tours • Private Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours

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