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6 Days in Asunción: A Journey of Culture and Delights

Kelly Priscila Brykczynski

26 Nov 2023

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Embark on a 6-day adventure in Asunción, Paraguay, and immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage while savoring delicious treats. Explore historic landmarks, visit art museums, indulge in local cuisine, and unwind by the beautiful Bahía de Asunción. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Asunción

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Coffee, Art, and Palaces

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$63

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$ 4

Excelsior Inn

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Cafe Mayo

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes de Asunción

Museum since 1909 housing paintings, sculptures & other works by Paraguayan & international artists.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$15

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Plaza Uruguaya

Green city square dotted with trees & monuments, plus benches, playgrounds & food vendors.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Michael Bock Deutsche Baeckerei

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Palacio de López

Stately, neoclassical 1857 building serving as the president's office & seat of government.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Café Consulado

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$8

Day 2History, Cathedrals, and Cafés

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$81

Excelsior Inn

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 16 min

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Directions

Donca

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Independence House Museum

Paraguay's independence was declared at this colonial house, now with historic documents & objects.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$15

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Cultural Center of the Republic

Center devoted to Paraguayan cultural heritage with music, art & film exhibits & programs.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$10

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Café Martínez

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Catedral Metropolitana de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Lido Bar

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$24

Day 3Parks, Culture, and Heroes

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$76

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$ 2

Excelsior Inn

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 20 min

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Directions

McDonald's

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Carlos Antonio Lopez Park

Paths through thick vegetation in a downtown park popular for jogging, cycling & basketball.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Centro Cultural Manzana de la Rivera

This cultural complex in 9 restored buildings offers a library & museum along with a theater & cafe.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$10

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Lido Bar

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$24

1 - 2 min

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Directions

National Pantheon of Heroes

Esteemed 1936 building containing the remains of heroes from Paraguayan history.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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$10

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Bolsi

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$12

Day 4Nature, Zoos, and Gastronomy

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$69

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$ 8

Excelsior Inn

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Directions

Monte Libano

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

6 - 8 min

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Directions

Guasu Metropolitan Park

Expansive park popular for dog walking, with bike rentals & shady paths for cycling & jogging.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$10

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Botanical Garden and Zoo of Asunción

Park featuring a botanical garden, a small zoo & a museum of natural history & regional culture.

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$15

9 - 14 min

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Directions

La cueva del lomito

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$20

2 - 3 min

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Directions

El rincón de los amigos

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$12

Day 5Sandwiches, Museums, and Wildlife

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$78

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$ 8

Excelsior Inn

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Directions

Sandwich Bahiano

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Museo del Barro

Museum showcasing Latin American & Paraguayan pottery, ancient relics & contemporary art.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$15

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Asunción Zoo

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$15

14 - 21 min

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Directions

El rincón de los amigos

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$12

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Foodpark Mburukuya

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Day 6Beach Vibes and Stunning Views

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$52

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$ 2

Excelsior Inn

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 15 min

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Directions

Stefan's Kaffee

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$20

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Playa de La Costanera

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Bahía de Asunción

Small city bay, a well-known refuge for migratory birds & featuring boats & scenic views.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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Directions

Bellini

Pasta como te gusta!

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$24

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Café Consulado

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$8

Budget breakdown: $443 In total

Activities & Food:$419

Transport:$24