What to do in Asunción

Activities, attractions and tours

Presidential Palace in Asuncion, Paraguay. It serves as a workplace for the President and the government of Paraguay.
Presidential Palace in Asuncion, Paraguay. It serves as a workplace for the President and the government of Paraguay.
Catedral Metropolitana da cidade de Assunção, Paraguai.O centro do retábulo é ocupado por uma imagem de Nossa Senhora da Assunção, padroeira do Paraguai, rodeada por nichos com São Brás, São Pedro e São Paulo. #Details
Palacio de López (Spanish for Palace of the López) is a palace in Asunción, Paraguay, that serves as workplace for the President of Paraguay, and is also the seat of the government of Paraguay.#InStone
Avenida moderna na cidade de Assunção, no Paraguai.

Asunción Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Asunción has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Asunción is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Asunción to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Asunción Attractions

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What to do in Asunción

Discover the most popular places to visit in Asunción

Palacio de López

Palacio de López

Palacio de López is just one of the places to see in Asunción, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's shops or attend a sporting event.

Palacio de López
A place not many know about, but where one can truly feel at peace

Ypacarai Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ypacarai Lake during your travels in Asuncion. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Ypacarai Lake
Asunción at sunset from boat

Asuncion Bay

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Asuncion Bay during your travels in Asunción. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Asuncion Bay

Shopping del Sol

During your trip to Asunción, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Shopping del Sol. Make some time to visit the casinos while you're in the area.

Shopping del Sol

Villa Morra Shopping Center

During your trip to Asunción, you can do some window-shopping at Villa Morra Shopping Center. Make some time to visit the casinos while you're in the area.

Villa Morra Shopping Center

Paseo La Galería

During your trip to Asunción, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Paseo La Galería. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Paseo La Galería

Defensores del Chaco Stadium

Catch an event at Defensores del Chaco Stadium during your trip to Asunción. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Defensores del Chaco Stadium

Playa de La Costanera

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Playa de La Costanera during your travels in Asunción? While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Playa de La Costanera

Paseo Carmelitas

During your trip to Asunción, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Paseo Carmelitas. Make some time to visit the casinos while you're in the area.

Paseo Carmelitas

 

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Day trip destinations from Asunción

Skyscrapers and city buildings, Asuncion, Paraguay. City landscape. Copy space for text.

Asuncion

360 aerial photo taken with drone of Cerro Lambaré in Asunción, Paraguay

Lambaré

The flag of PARAGUAY painted on a wooden table with Original Colors

San Lorenzo

Frequently asked questions

Is Asunción worth visiting?
Whether you're here to discover the cultural attractions and local charm or try regional foods and go on outdoor adventures, there are many things to do in Asunción.
How do I spend a day in Asunción?
After you've visited major attractions like Playa de La Costanera and Asuncion Botanical Garden and Zoo, spend some time experiencing the retail and food options in Asunción.
What is the top tourist attraction in Asunción?
The top tourist attraction in Asunción is Playa de La Costanera, so don't forget to add it to your sightseeing itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Asunción?
You can easily tour leading attractions like Playa de La Costanera, Asuncion Botanical Garden and Zoo and Metropolitan Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption with a three-day escape to Asunción. On average, most travellers book three days here. There's plenty to discover nearby too, so stick around longer and check out Asuncion.
Is Asunción a walkable city?
With popular neighbourhoods and leading sights within walking distance of the city centre, Asunción is a great place to experience on foot. Wander between Playa de La Costanera and Metropolitan Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption. Then take a stroll around Catedral, located 2 kilometres from downtown, and Loma San Jerónimo, which is about 0.32 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Asunción with kids?
Whether you're vacationing with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, a schedule filled with fun activities takes your trip to the next level. Take a look at our ideas for what to do in Asunción with kids.

What to do in Asunción for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or fan of Mother Nature, there are loads of things to do in Asunción for adults including Paseo Carmelitas and Mburuvichá Roga.
Are there free things to do in Asunción?
From relaxing in parks to wandering around vibrant neighbourhoods, it's easy to discover free things to do in Asunción. If you're stuck for ideas, get some tips from a local tour guide. Playa de La Costanera is a great spot for anyone looking to save on their travelling adventures.