Foz do Iguaçu Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Iguazu Falls which includes a waterfall and landscape views
Bird Park which includes zoo animals and bird life
Iguazu Falls showing a waterfall
Devil\'s Throat showing views and a bridge as well as a large group of people
Bird Park which includes zoo animals and dangerous animals

The majestic Iguaçu Falls, fascinating wildlife and groundbreaking engineering entertain visitors at this southern Brazilian city bordering Argentina and Paraguay.

With spectacular natural and man-made attractions, Foz do Iguaçu offers plenty to see. Located in southern Brazil on the banks of the Paraná and Iguazu rivers, the city borders both Argentina and Paraguay. The Three Borders Mark offers panoramic views of three countries at one time.

The city’s downtown has notable restaurants and bars, hotels and hostels however, many of the major tourist attractions are away from the city center. Reach these stunning attractions by public bus or taxi or join organized tours arranged by hotels and travel agencies.

The must-see attraction is magnificent Iguaçu Falls, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Lining a horseshoe-shaped gorge are 275 individual cataracts, including the thundering 262-foot-tall (80-meter) Devil’s Throat. The falls are part of Parque Nacional do Iguaçu, a protected rainforest with myriad flora and fauna playful raccoon-like coatis implore visitors for food. Explore nature trails, boat beneath waterfalls or take a helicopter flight for incredible bird’s-eye views.

Visit Parque de Aves (Bird Park), a zoo located just outside the entrance to the waterfalls. Spot free-flying tropical birds, butterflies and more exotic species, including monkeys, reptiles and fish, as you follow trails and enter walkthrough aviaries.

North of the city center, visit the Buddhist Temple, one of primarily Catholic Latin America’s largest Buddhist temples and home to a fascinating collection of 100 Buddha statues.

Learn how water is used to generate electricity on a behind-the-scenes tour of the Itaipu Dam, the world’s second-largest hydroelectric power plant. The Ecomuseum offers archaeological artifacts and information about the dam’s history.

Walk across the Friendship Bridge for great views of the Paraná River and tax-free shopping in Ciudad del Este, Paraguay. Plan for a brief customs stop.

As one of Brazil’s most-frequented tourist destinations, Foz do Iguaçu receives long-distance buses and flights from across South America. The city experiences a subtropical climate and therefore presents warm, humid weather year-round, although expect heavy rainfall from December through February.

Where to stay in Foz do Iguaçu

Cathedral of St. John the Baptist which includes a small town or village, a church or cathedral and street scenes

Foz do Iguacu City Centre

4/5(11 area reviews)

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.

Foz do Iguacu City Centre
Bird Park which includes zoo animals and bird life

Cataratas

If you're spending some time in Cataratas, Dreams Park Show and Parque de Aves are top sights worth seeing.

Cataratas
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Bourbon

Bourbon might not have many top sights, but Cataratas Avenue and Catuai Palladium Shopping Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Bourbon
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Vila Yolanda

While visiting Vila Yolanda, you might make a stop by sights like Cataratas Avenue and Adrena Kart.

Vila Yolanda
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Vila Maracanã

While visiting Vila Maracanã, you might make a stop by sights like Cataratas JL Shopping Mall and ABC Stadium.

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Vila Portes

Vila Portes might not have many top sights, but Shopping China Importados and Omar Ibn Al-Khattab Mosque are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Vila Portes
 Luz Hotel by Castelo Itaipava
Luz Hotel by Castelo Itaipava
3.5 out of 5
Avenida Gustavo Dobrandino Da Silva 145, Foz do Iguaçu, PR
The price is £31 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
£31
16 Jun - 17 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Foz do Iguaçu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Excelente, quarto confortável, amplo e limpo. Café da manhã diversificado e de qualidade. Funcionários simpáticos sempre prontos a orientar e ajudar. Possue no roll uma empresa de turismo, com passeios diversificados com preços razoáveis."

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2025

Luz Hotel by Castelo Itaipava
Hotel das Cataratas, A Belmond Hotel, Iguassu Falls
Hotel das Cataratas, A Belmond Hotel, Iguassu Falls
5 out of 5
Rodovia Br 469 Km 32, Iguassu National Park, Foz do Iguaçu, PR
The price is £569 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
£569
16 Jun - 17 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Foz do Iguaçu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel location and very nice staff"

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2025

Hotel das Cataratas, A Belmond Hotel, Iguassu Falls
DoubleTree by Hilton - Resort - Foz do Iguaçu
DoubleTree by Hilton - Resort - Foz do Iguaçu
5 out of 5
Av. das Cataratas 2930, Foz do Iguaçu, PR
The price is £81 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
£81
23 Jun - 24 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Foz do Iguaçu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (548 reviews)
Good but not great
"Good hotel very close to the Brazilian side of the waterfalls and the airport. Food was not amazing and the amenities, excluding the gym, are not in the best condition and you cannot really enjoy them 100%. It seems to be a good option for families."

Reviewed on 20 May 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton - Resort - Foz do Iguaçu
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Vila Dumont Residencial
Vila Dumont Residencial
2.5 out of 5
Rua Santos Dumont,1573, Foz do Iguaçu, PR
Stay at this business-friendly apartment in Foz do Iguaçu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cataratas Avenue and Friendship ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (84 reviews)
"Maintenance lacking, stovetop inop. Problem with toilet clogs. Kitchen sink is leaking unless turned very hard. Trouble checking in at first, but clerk finally found envelope with my name on it with key. Need to find better way to ensure easier check in. Although it seems I am being kind of hard ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2024

Vila Dumont Residencial
Che Hermano Suítes
Che Hermano Suítes
2 out of 5
R. Eng. Rebouças, 829, Foz do Iguaçu, PR
Stay at this aparthotel in Foz do Iguaçu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, satellite TV channels and housekeeping. Popular attractions Cataratas Avenue and Friendship Bridge ...
Lugar agradável
"Lugar bem legal e super agradável, recomendo a todos."

Reviewed on 9 Apr 2025

Che Hermano Suítes
Sobrado 1 Suite 2 quartos AC 1km Shop JL
Sobrado 1 Suite 2 quartos AC 1km Shop JL
3 out of 5
Rua Maria Quitéria 331, Foz do Iguaçu, PR
Stay at this 3-star holiday home in Foz do Iguaçu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Cataratas Avenue and Friendship Bridge ...
Sobrado 1 Suite 2 quartos AC 1km Shop JL
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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