Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in San Ignacio February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in San Ignacio](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Ignacio-Hotels.d6201391.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[San Ignacio Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-San-Ignacio.d6201391.Car-Hire-Guide)[San Ignacio Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Ignacio.d6201391.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in San Ignacio ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit San Ignacio Types of activities [San Ignacio travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Ignacio.dx6201391) ![The impressive gateway of the church stands as testament to the power the Jesuit missions held over the local populations. This red sandstone gateway once stood 30ft tall (10m) as it welcomed the native Christian population into it's cavernous interior. San Ignacio Mini was a Jesuit mission established in 1610 with the aim of converting the local Guaraní natives. The mission moved to this location in 1666 and a large complex was erected to house and protect up to 4000 converts. The complex was built in Spanish baroque style around a central courtyard and included a large church, school, hospital, cemetery, dormitories and workshops. The mission was largely abandoned when the Jesuits were expelled by Spanish decree in 1767, and was then destroyed by Paraguayan decree some 50 years later. The remains of the mission were rediscovered in 1897 and are now listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6096806/28597e60-87ca-49e8-bf0c-db607cfd2360.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The impressive gateway of the church stands as testament to the power the Jesuit missions held over the local populations. This red sandstone gateway once stood 30ft tall (10m) as it welcomed the native Christian population into it's cavernous interior. San Ignacio Mini was a Jesuit mission established in 1610 with the aim of converting the local Guaraní natives. The mission moved to this location in 1666 and a large complex was erected to house and protect up to 4000 converts. The complex was built in Spanish baroque style around a central courtyard and included a large church, school, hospital, cemetery, dormitories and workshops. The mission was largely abandoned when the Jesuits were expelled by Spanish decree in 1767, and was then destroyed by Paraguayan decree some 50 years later. The remains of the mission were rediscovered in 1897 and are now listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6096806/28597e60-87ca-49e8-bf0c-db607cfd2360.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Although all of the woodwork and much of the stonework has been lost, this small side entrance to the church exemplifies the level of detail and craftsmanship that went into the construction of Jesuit missions. San Ignacio Mini was a Jesuit mission established in 1610 with the aim of converting the local Guaraní natives. The mission moved to this location in 1666 and a large complex was erected to house and protect up to 4000 converts. The complex was built in Spanish baroque style around a central courtyard and included a large church, school, hospital, cemetery, dormitories and workshops. The mission was largely abandoned when the Jesuits were expelled by Spanish decree in 1767, and was then destroyed by Paraguayan decree some 50 years later. The remains of the mission were rediscovered in 1897 and are now listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6096806/8f479499-b9b4-419b-bc2a-c19e90bed5eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The red sandstone remains of the church at this 350 year old Jesuit mission are impressive. It once stood 30ft tall (10m) and covered an area 240ft long and 79ft wide (74m x 24m). Although none of the woodwork remains, some of the original floor tiles are still in place. San Ignacio Mini was a Jesuit mission established in 1610 with the aim of converting the local Guaraní natives. The mission moved to this location in 1666 and a large complex was erected to house and protect up to 4000 converts. The complex was built in Spanish baroque style around a central courtyard and included a large church, school, hospital, cemetery, dormitories and workshops. The mission was largely abandoned when the Jesuits were expelled by Spanish decree in 1767, and was then destroyed by Paraguayan decree some 50 years later. The remains of the mission were rediscovered in 1897 and are now listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6096806/fcb817c1-0544-4ded-8ada-70ae840dcee0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## San Ignacio Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that San Ignacio has to offer! 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6201391) ## Recommended things to do in San Ignacio | Number of things to do | 5 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Visit San Ignacio Jesuit Mission and Wanda Mines](/things-to-do/san-ignacio-jesuit-mission-and-wanda-mines-tour.a252902.activity-details): £43 | | Top 5 things to do | [Visit San Ignacio Jesuit Mission and Wanda Mines](/things-to-do/san-ignacio-jesuit-mission-and-wanda-mines-tour.a252902.activity-details)[San Ignacio Ruins & Wanda Mines from Puerto Iguazu](/things-to-do/san-ignacio-ruins-wanda-mines-from-puerto-iguazu.a948116.activity-details)[Day trip to Mocona Falls and Salto Encantado Provincial Park](/things-to-do/day-trip-to-mocona-falls-and-salto-encantado-provincial-park.a2819794.activity-details)[Excursion to San Ignacio Mini Jesuit Ruins from Puerto Iguazu](/things-to-do/excursion-to-san-ignacio-mini-jesuit-ruins-from-puerto-iguazu.a2552323.activity-details)[Excursion to San Ignacio and Minas de Wanda](/things-to-do/excursion-to-san-ignacio-and-minas-de-wanda.a50224924.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | | | With kids | [Visit San Ignacio Jesuit Mission and Wanda Mines](/things-to-do/san-ignacio-jesuit-mission-and-wanda-mines-tour.a252902.activity-details)[Day trip to Mocona Falls and Salto Encantado Provincial Park](/things-to-do/day-trip-to-mocona-falls-and-salto-encantado-provincial-park.a2819794.activity-details)[Excursion to San Ignacio and Minas de Wanda](/things-to-do/excursion-to-san-ignacio-and-minas-de-wanda.a50224924.activity-details) | ## What to do in San Ignacio --- ### Popular places to visit ![The impressive gateway of the church stands as testament to the power the Jesuit missions held over the local populations. This red sandstone gateway once stood 30ft tall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6096806/28597e60-87ca-49e8-bf0c-db607cfd2360.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Ignacio Miní Find out about the history of San Ignacio when you spend time at San Ignacio Miní. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Ignacio-Mini-San-Ignacio.d6096806.Attraction) #### Casa de Horacio Quiroga Find out about the history of San Ignacio when you spend time at Casa de Horacio Quiroga. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Casa-De-Horacio-Quiroga-San-Ignacio.d553248621532374358.Attraction) #### Horacio Quiroga Home Find out about the history of San Ignacio when you spend time at Horacio Quiroga Home. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its monuments. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Horacio-Quiroga-Home-San-Ignacio.d553248621532464072.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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