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Ciudad del Este 3-Day Itinerary (2 Nights)

A 3-day route through Ciudad del Este grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.

Distances are straight-line, so actual transit times will differ. Feel free to reorder the stops. · Updated August 15, 2026

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DAY 1

Around Iguazu River · Nature·Temples & religious sites

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  1. Morning
    Iguazu River

    Nature

    One of the largest rivers flowing into South America's Paraná, it rises in the Brazilian highlands and flows to the border area with Paraguay. At 1,320 km long, it offers exotic scenery along its course.

  2. After lunch
    Negro River

    Nature · 0.2 km from the previous stop

    A river in the Paraná River basin and a tributary of the Iguazu River. It's a good place to enjoy the natural scenery near Ciudad del Este.

  3. Afternoon
    Monday River

    Nature · 1.1 km from the previous stop

    The Monday River flows through Paraguay's Alto Paraná department and joins the Paraná River near the Triple Frontier. It's a pleasant spot to pause and take in the riverside scenery.

  4. Evening
    Cathedral of San Juan Bautista

    Temples & religious sites · 6 km from the previous stop

    A cathedral in the heart of downtown Ciudad del Este. As the city's foremost religious landmark, it makes for a pleasant short visit.

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DAY 2

Around Omar Ibn Al-Khatab Mosque · Temples & religious sites·Nature

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  1. Morning
    Omar Ibn Al-Khatab Mosque

    Temples & religious sites

    A mosque located near Iguazu Falls. It's worth a brief stop on a visit to the falls for a taste of its exotic atmosphere.

  2. After lunch
    Mezquita del Este

    Temples & religious sites · 3.2 km from the previous stop

    A mosque and cultural center in Ciudad del Este that serves as a place of worship and gathering for the Muslim community of the Triple Frontier region. It offers a close-up look at distinctive Islamic architecture.

  3. Afternoon
    Acaray River

    Nature · 2.3 km from the previous stop

    A river flowing through eastern Paraguay, formed by the confluence of the Iguazú and Itakyry rivers. It joins the Paraná River near Ciudad del Este, where you can also see the Acaray Dam.

  4. Evening
    Ilha Acaraí

    Nature · 0.7 km from the previous stop

    A small uninhabited island in the Paraná River, near the Friendship Bridge that links Ciudad del Este, Paraguay, with Brazil. It's known as a habitat rich in wildlife, including many species of snakes.

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DAY 3

Around Saltos del Monday · Nature·Temples & religious sites

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  1. Morning
    Saltos del Monday

    Nature

    The main attraction of Monday Municipal Park near Ciudad del Este, Paraguay, this is a magnificent waterfall about 45m high and 120m wide. It's a great place to walk and admire the cool cascade up close.

  2. Afternoon
    Lago de la República

    Nature · 5.3 km from the previous stop

    An artificial lake in the heart of Ciudad del Este, with paths around it that are great for a relaxed walk or run. Visitors can kayak or picnic along the shore and spot a variety of plants and animals, making it a beloved natural retreat in the city.

  3. Evening
    Buddhist Temple of Foz do Iguaçu

    Temples & religious sites · 5 km from the previous stop

    This Buddhist temple stands in the Triple Frontier area where Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina meet, built in 1996 by Chinese immigrants. Belonging to the Pure Land school, it's a great place to explore its exotic atmosphere.

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Around Iguazu River, the anchor of day one. Staying here keeps your first day's travel shortest.

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