Best of Puerto Iguazu

Puerto Iguazú Essentials

Puerto Iguazú serves as the gateway to the Iguazú Falls, but the town itself offers unique ecological and cultural sites. Visit the Hito Tres Fronteras where the Iguazú and Paraná rivers meet, marking the borders of Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay. Explore sustainable architecture at La Aripuca, built from massive salvaged timber, or the recycled Casa de las botellas. The town also features specialized wildlife spaces like the Hummingbird Garden and Güirá Oga rescue center, alongside local markets like the Feirinha, known for regional delicacies.

Puerto Iguazú Essentials — Map

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Plaza Hito Tres Fronteras

A park overlooking the junction of the Iguazú and Paraná rivers, where the borders of Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay meet. It features an obelisk painted in the Argentine colors and a nightly fountain light show.

Gustavo Lajus / CC-BY-SA

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Feirinha Puerto Iguazú

An outdoor market specializing in regional food products. Stalls sell Argentine olives, olive oils, cheeses, cured meats, and alfajores, with several vendors serving picanha and empanadas on-site.

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Hummingbird Garden

A private garden designed to attract native bird species. Visitors can observe several varieties of hummingbirds at close range as they feed from dozens of sugar-water dispensers and natural flowers.

Mirta Isabel Cozachcow / CC BY-SA 4.0

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La Aripuca

An agro-eco-tourism complex featuring a massive structure built from rescued giant tree trunks. The design is inspired by a traditional Guaraní trap, intended to raise awareness about the preservation of the Misiones rainforest.

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Guira Oga

Come and see the native fauna. It is not a zoo, but rather a place where injured animals are being treated.

Ezequiel12096 / CC BY-SA 4.0

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Duty Free Shop Puerto Iguazú

A large shopping complex located near the border crossing. The interior is divided into international themed sections representing cities like Paris, London, and New York, offering tax-free electronics, perfumes, and apparel.

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IceBar Iguazú

A bar maintained at -10°C where the walls, bar, and glasses are carved from ice. Entry includes thermal coats and gloves for a limited-time session featuring music and ice sculptures.

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Casa de las botellas

A residence and museum constructed using thousands of recycled plastic bottles, glass containers, and Tetra Pak packaging. The site demonstrates sustainable building techniques and creative waste management.

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Aqva

Argentinian restaurant where you may taste a variety of meat and different types of seafood.

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Casino Iguazú

A gaming facility featuring over 40 table games including roulette, blackjack, and poker, alongside hundreds of slot machines. The venue also hosts regular tournaments and live musical performances.

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