Vila Portes Travel Guide
Foz do Iguaçu
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Popular places to visit
Entrance to the Iguassu Falls
Explore the lovely green spaces of Entrance to the Iguassu Falls and also enjoy the hiking trails in Foz do Iguaçu. Discover the area's beautiful waterfalls and top-notch restaurants.
Three Borders Landmark
Visit the point where the Iguazu and Paraná rivers converge to create a tri-nation frontier between Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay.
Parque de Aves
Walk through woodland and rainforest to discover hundreds of tropical birds, butterflies and reptiles. Dare to hold a parrot or python.
Devil's Throat
Admire the thundering water of the largest and most spectacular waterfall of Iguaçu Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.
Buddhist Temple
Admire Asian architecture and spot hundreds of intricately carved statues. Relax in a garden while enjoying excellent city and river views.
Cathedral of St. John the Baptist
Visit a prominent Catholic place of worship that charms with its understated décor and design features and religious works of art.
Things to do
Excursion to both sides of Iguaçu Falls on the same day.
From Puerto Iguazu: San Ignacio Ruins and Wanda Mines Tour
Iguazu Experience in 2 Days: Argentine and Brazilian Falls with Transfers
Panoramic Helicopter Flight over Iguassu Falls
Tour to Iguassu Falls Argentinean Side
Top hotels in Vila Portes
Hotel Portinari Ponte da Amizade
Hotel Três Bandeiras
No internet working, no furniture in the rooms except the bed. Good breakfast, but disappointing overall
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2020
Lider Palace Hotel
This hotel is good value for the money for the budget conscious traveler. Shopping and dining options nearby are limited, but the bus terminal is within walking distance.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2025
Hotel Dan Inn Express Foz do Iguaçu By Nacional Inn
Great location, amazing staff and breakfast!
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Vila Nóbrega Residencial
Todo excelente
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2023
Hotel das Cataratas, A Belmond Hotel, Iguassu Falls
Spectacular hotel and location! Food was amazing, especially the breakfast buffet. We wish we could have stayed longer. Direct access to Iguazu Falls which can be seen from the hotel.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vila Portes
Jardim das Nações
While Jardim das Nações isn't home to many top sights, Cataratas JL Shopping Mall and Shopping China Importados are some notable places to visit nearby.
Jardim America
Even though there aren't top sights in Jardim America, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Cataratas JL Shopping Mall. Jump on the metro at Urban Transport Terminal to see more of the city.
Porto Meira
Though Porto Meira may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cataratas JL Shopping Mall and Foz Do Iguacu Country Club.
Polo Centro
Polo Centro might not have many top sights, but Cataratas JL Shopping Mall and Foz Do Iguacu Country Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Centro Civico
When in Centro Civico, you can plan a visit to Cataratas JL Shopping Mall and Shopping China Importados, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Foz do Iguacu City Centre
Travellers come to Foz do Iguacu City Centre for its secluded waterfalls, and you can see top attractions like Rafain Churrascaria Show and Cathedral of St. John the Baptist while you're in town.