Title: Friendship Bridge in Ciudad Del Este | Expedia.co.uk [Friendship Bridge Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Friendship-Bridge-Hotels.0-l6171763-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Ciudad Del Este](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Ciudad-Del-Este.d553248622006371740.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Ciudad Del Este](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Ciudad-Del-Este.d553248622006371740.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Friendship Bridge Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Friendship-Bridge.d6171763.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ciudad Del Este Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ciudad-Del-Este.d553248622006371740.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Friendship Bridge ![Friendship Bridge showing a bridge, a river or creek and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6171763/aff86e76-53b4-404e-a0fa-e4f207240818.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Friendship Bridge showing landscape views, a river or creek and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6171763/944834ed-aa84-442c-85a2-6220f3032f50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Friendship Bridge showing landscape views, forest scenes and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6171763/0aa76152-ec45-41d3-b2f2-6de37e1e186b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Friendship Bridge which includes landscape views, a river or creek and views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6171763/62cd2279-e9c6-43a0-9456-3ee2b2c4f6dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Friendship Bridge Activities [Ciudad Del Este travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Ciudad-Del-Este.dx553248622006371740) --- --- #### Walk high above the Paraná River across a bridge connecting Foz do Iguaçu with the busy shopping districts of Ciudad del Este, Paraguay. The Friendship Bridge crosses the Paraná River and connects the Brazilian city of Foz do Iguaçu with the second-largest city in Paraguay, Ciudad del Este. Walk across the bridge to enjoy uninterrupted views along the river and to explore the bustling shopping districts of Ciudad del Este. The 1,812-foot-long (552-meter) bridge opened in 1965 and provides an important trade and economic link between Brazil and Paraguay. The walk across the bridge can be both chaotic and picturesque. As you join hundreds of pedestrians, buses, cars and motorcycles, you’ll get a feel for the importance of the bridge in the daily lives of the cities it connects. Pause to take in the views along the Paraná River, dotted with small islands and lined by banks of green forests. Look down at the peacefully flowing river, 256 feet (78 meters) below. Photography enthusiasts will enjoy taking pictures of the contrasting river and city landscapes. As you near the Paraguayan side of the bridge you’ll notice the industrial skyline of Ciudad del Este looming in the distance. This bustling city is famous for tax-free shopping. It is worth spending a few hours exploring its maze of stores and shopping malls. Stroll along Avenida San Blas and Camilo Recalde, where it’s possible to buy discounted clothing, electronic goods and perfume, among numerous other items. The quality of goods varies and counterfeit products are common, so be careful if you decide to purchase anything. Bargaining is accepted in many stores. The Friendship Bridge is a 10-minute drive from the center of Foz do Iguaçu and easily accessible via public buses. Allow about 30 minutes to cross on foot. If you don’t want to walk across the bridge, take a public bus or taxi from the immigration office at the start of the bridge. 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