Paraguay
Paraguay
Paraguay is one of South America's hidden gems, offering authentic cultural experiences, peaceful landscapes, historic missions, vibrant traditions, and warm hospitality. Visitors can explore charming colonial towns, discover Jesuit heritage sites, enjoy nature reserves, and experience the country's unique blend of Indigenous and European influences. Paraguay is an excellent destination for travelers looking to experience a less-traveled side of South America.
Things to do in Paraguay
- 1 Explore Asunción, one of South America's oldest capitals.
- 2 Visit the historic Jesuit Missions, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- 3 Discover national parks, wetlands, and nature reserves.
- 4 Experience traditional Guaraní culture and local crafts.
- 5 Enjoy authentic Paraguayan cuisine and cultural festivals.
Practical information for Paraguay
Entry requirements can change: we review them with you before every trip.
- Airports
- Asunción (ASU) · Ciudad del Este (AGT)
- Documents for US citizens
- U.S. passport valid for at least 6 months and a return or onward ticket. No visa for tourism up to 90 days. U.S. permanent residents and other passports: check by nationality.
- Currency
- Guaraní (PYG). USD is easily exchanged; cards in cities
- Language
- Spanish and Guaraní
- Time zone
- UTC-3 year-round (Paraguay stopped changing its clocks in 2024): 2 hours ahead of Miami/New York in winter; 1 hour ahead in summer
- Plugs
- Type C, 220V: adapter needed
- Weather
- Subtropical: very hot summers (35 °C+), mild winters
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