Title: Visit Paraná: Best of Paraná Travel 2025 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.co.uk [Paraná Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Parana.d6052638.Hotel-Destinations)[Holiday Rentals in Paraná](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Parana.d6052638.Holiday-Rental-Destinations)[Paraná Flights](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Parana.d6052638.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Paraná](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Parana-State.d6052638.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Paraná Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Parana.d6052638.Car-Hire-Destinations)[Paraná Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Parana.d6052638.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Paraná Travel Guide ## Brazil ![Paraná](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77775-Curitiba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![South Region showing a cascade and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196173-South-Region.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![South Region which includes rainforest and a waterfall](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196171-South-Region.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Curitiba which includes outdoor art and a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77777-Curitiba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![South Region showing bird life and zoo animals](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/71000/71061-Brazil.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) #### Gaze in awe at a monumental waterfall, hike over forest-clad mountains, enjoy a scenic train journey and bathe at a coastline dotted with attractive beaches. Paraná is one of the three states that make up Brazil’s South Region. It’s a place that has varied attractions to match the diversity of its topography and ethnicity. Admire majestic waterfalls, trek in national parks, beach-hop and visit energetic cities. Paraná was first inhabited by indigenous tribes Europeans began arriving in the 1500s and helped develop the state’s wealth through agricultural endeavours. Paraná’s main attraction is [Iguaçu Falls](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Iguacu-Falls-Puerto-Iguazu.d6171509.Attraction), a natural wonder made up of some 275 rushing waterfalls. It sits in [Parque Nacional do Iguaçu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Parque-Nacional-Do-Iguacu-Foz-Do-Iguacu.d6098540.Attraction), which straddles the border between Brazil and Argentina. Nearby [Foz do Iguaçu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Foz-Do-Iguacu.d180997.Holidays-City-Breaks) is a great base for visiting the falls and home to several interesting landmarks. One of these is Itaipu Dam, a hydroelectric power plant and ground-breaking feat of engineering. Travel inland across rolling green hills and past vast meadows to Ponta Grossa. This is the jumping off point for hiking trips amid the dramatic rock formations of Parque Estadual de Vila Velha. Also nearby is Parque Nacional dos Campos Gerais, where you’ll find impressive petroglyphs and waterfalls. Experience Ukrainian traditions in Brazil at Prudentópolis. In the state capital, [Curitiba](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Curitiba.d951.Holidays-City-Breaks), walk wide tree-lined boulevards and relax in its many green spaces. Discover multicultural districts such as the Italian-influenced Santa Felicidade. Catch a train from the city centre for a spectacular journey across Atlantic rainforests and the Serra do Mar mountain range to colonial Morretes. Like much of the rest of Brazil, there is no shortage of beaches along Paraná’s Atlantic coastline. Discover tropical islands, including Ilha da Cotinga and Ilha do Mel, scattered around Paranaguá Bay. Relax at secluded coves, go tubing and spot dolphins at Parque Nacional do Superagui. Guaratuba and Pontal do Paraná are two tourist-friendly resorts with sweeping stretches of sand and perfect-blue water. Reach the state of Paraná by flying to the international airports at Curitiba and Foz do Iguaçu. Get between destinations via bus or rent a car and explore at your own pace along the well-maintained roads. ### Popular cities in Paraná [CuritibaKnown for Opera, Culture and Tours](https://expedia.co.uk/Curitiba.dx951) See the European influence on this prosperous Brazilian city. Explore its historic heart, architectural marvels and many sprawling parks. ## Reasons to visit - 24 Hours Street - Japan Square - Botanical Garden of Curitiba [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Curitiba.dx951)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Curitiba-Hotels.d951.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Foz do IguaçuKnown for Waterfalls, Bird watching and Nature](https://expedia.co.uk/Foz-Do-Iguacu.dx180997) The majestic Iguaçu Falls, fascinating wildlife and groundbreaking engineering entertain visitors at this southern Brazilian city bordering Argentina and Paraguay. ## Reasons to visit - Cataratas Avenue - Entrance to the Iguassu Falls - Parque de Aves [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Foz-Do-Iguacu.dx180997)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Foz-Do-Iguacu-Hotels.d180997.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [LondrinaKnown for Natural parks, Universities and Monuments](https://expedia.co.uk/Londrina.dx2031) Tropical Londrina is calling! Discover its parks, university life, theme park and more. [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Londrina.dx2031)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Londrina-Hotels.d2031.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [MaringáKnown for Monuments, Natural parks and Theme parks](https://expedia.co.uk/Maringa.dx2279) Escape to tropical Maringá! Enjoy its monuments, parks and opera. [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Maringa.dx2279)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Maringa-Hotels.d2279.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [ParanaguáKnown for Churches, Cathedrals and Castle](https://expedia.co.uk/Paranagua.dx6123069) Escape to Paranaguá! Enjoy its churches, castle and island views. [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Paranagua.dx6123069)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Paranagua-Hotels.d6123069.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [GuarapuavaKnown for Cathedrals, Natural parks and Monuments](https://expedia.co.uk/Guarapuava.dx6130845) Escape to Guarapuava! Enjoy its cathedral, parks and monuments. [Explore city](https://expedia.co.uk/Guarapuava.dx6130845)[Find hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Guarapuava-Hotels.d6130845.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ## Cities in Paraná ![Curitiba which includes heritage architecture and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/77000/77778-Curitiba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Curitiba (and vicinity) See the European influence on this prosperous Brazilian city. Explore its historic heart, architectural marvels and many sprawling parks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Curitiba.dx951) ![Iguazu Falls which includes a waterfall and landscape views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69335-Argentina.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Foz do Iguaçu The majestic Iguaçu Falls, fascinating wildlife and groundbreaking engineering entertain visitors at this southern Brazilian city bordering Argentina and Paraguay. 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