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Civitatis: Free Walking Tour of Asuncion

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• Palacio de López
• Casa de la Independencia
• Teatro Municipal de Asunción Ignacio Alberto Pane
• Centro Cultural de la República El Cabildo
• Our Lady of Asunción Cathedral
• Panteón de los Héroes
• Museo de las Memorias

Why Visit Sights? Self-guided sightseeing tours are a free and safe alternative to bus tours. You can explore Asuncion at your own pace, any time! Do something good for your health by walking.

Essential Free Tour Asuncion

• See the Neoclassical masterpiece and seat of Paraguay’s government, Lopez Palace .
• Visit the stunning National Pantheon of Heroes resting place of great Paraguayan legends.
• Explore Asuncion's historic center and the Metropolitan Cathedral .

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Free Historical Centre Tour of Asuncion

*Meeting Point: Plaza de los Heroes, in front of Panteon Nacional de los Heroes.

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Walking tour of Asuncion Old Town

by Simon | Jun 30, 2023 | Towns | 3 comments

On a recent visit to Asuncion I took a walking tour of the Old Town. The most historic district of the city.

Here are to be found, within walking distance of each other a number of fine buildings and a collection of museums. It is a natural first stop for any tourists visiting the city.

I crammed a lot into the day I spent taking a tour. Taking things at a more relaxed pace there is no reason why the tour should not be spread over two days. Especially in the heat of summer.

If anyone is heading to Asuncion and would like to hire someone out to show them around I would be more than happy to oblige.

I started my tour at the large tree filled Plaza Uruguaya. This is a good meeting spot and a sensible starting point for a tour of the Old Town.

To one side of the Plaza sits the Old Railway Station. Trains have not run from here for many years and it now houses a railway museum.

The Railway Museum is only attraction with an entrance fee. Thereafter all admissions are free. The fee however is not excessive and does help maintain the museum.

Inside there are a number of exhibits recalling the days of steam with photographs and equipment as well as furniture such as the seats from old carriages on display. The well laid out museum takes the visitor through a number of themed rooms before arriving on the station platform.

Here underneath a fine Victorian station roof there are on display a couple of carriages as well as the little steam train, Sapucai, the first train to arrive in Paraguay.

It is a well kept museum and has much to see for anyone interested in history as well as the railway buffs.

Back outside the railways station I followed the pavements around the Plaza Uruguaya and then set out along Calle Palma and into the heart of the old town.

As Asuncion was built as a compact city focused upon the waters of Asuncion Bay the majority of the most important historic buildings are in the vicinity of Calle Palma.

About half way down Calle Palma I reached the Panteon de los Heroes. This is a fine whitewashed building that is the national shrine and mausoleum. As well as being an architectural master piece it is still very much a working building.

Every day there is a guard outside in full dress uniform who raise the Paraguayan flag in the morning and lower it every evening.

It is somewhere every visitor to Asuncion should see. Inside the is a high and ornate golden altar piece and the remains of a number of Paraguayan leaders as well as that of the Unknown Solider.

When I visited I noticed there was a sign requesting photographs not be taken inside.

On the wide pavements outside the Panteon I saw one of the other sights of Asuncion. Indigenous women selling their handicrafts. These women travel into the city everyday and lay out their wares on blankets for all to see.

The same items are to be found in the various souvenir shops selling for higher prices. The proceeds from handicrafts sold on the street go directly to the communities.

After leaving the Panteon I turned off Calle Palma to walked a couple of blocks downhill towards the river.

That bought me to Independence House. It is a modest single story building but one of the most important in the country as a result of the events that took place there.

It was in this building that plans for the independence of Paraguay were drawn up and from here that in the early hours of a May morning in 1811 the Declaration of Independence was delivered to the colonial governor.

As such the house has been kept as a memorial to the Independence of Paraguay and it’s interiors look much as they would have done in 1811.

The building is now a well maintained museum containing many items relating to the Independence of Paraguay and possessions of the men who bought it about.

The contents are clearly labelled and if so required there are guides available to show visitors around and add further detail.

As short walk from the Independence House I came to another interesting building, one that it is easy to overlook. The Central Post Office.

From the exterior the Central Post Office appears simply a solid and well maintained colonial building. It is it’s interior that must be seen.

Once through the entrance I found myself in a tree filled courtyard. The actual working part of the post office is housed in the range of buildings at the back of the courtyard.

It was though this tree filled space, hidden in plain sight, that I had come to see. All around were columns and carvings and there was even a sweeping stairway leading up to a roof top terrace.

Unfortunately I found the stairway and terrace were currently off limits. Parts of them have become unsafe and the funds needed for the repairs are not available.

I did not have a letter to post, so instead simply enjoyed a few minutes in this pleasant green space before heading on once more.

My next stop overlooked the waters of the Bay of Asuncion. It was the large Plaza de la Independencia. This has since the very first days of Asuncion been the centre of authority.

On side stands the fine Cathedral of Asuncion. It is the central church for the country and so always spotlessly clean. As is nearly always the case I was unable to see it’s fine interior.

For most of the day the large wooden doors of the cathedral a locked shut. To see inside the cathedral it is best to attend one of the regular services.

Then nearby with it’s back to the water is the Cabildo.

This was for many years, until the new modern parliament was built on another side of the plaza, where government met.

The Cabildo is now a museum. Inside as well as the old parliament chamber it houses a cultural museum. Spread over two floors are exhibits ranging from indigenous costumes to the history of Paraguayan cinema. A broad range of clearly displayed items and well worth a visit.

The next building I came to as I continued on my way was the Government Palace. This is still a working government office and so is not open to the public. It’s distinctive form is one that is often shown on Paraguayan tourist literature.

From across it’s manicured lawns it is easy to see why as the Government Palace does make a fine photograph. The armed guards posted around it are to protect the building, not to deter photographs.

After the palace there was just one final group of buildings I wanted to visit.

These are just over the street from the Government Palace and are know collectively as Manzana de la Rivera.

The Manzana de la Rivera consists of the block of old buildings that have been maintained and restored as a result of their cultural value.

They now from a museum and cultural centre with the various buildings enclosing a central patio.

What makes these buildings so important is that each of the nine represents a different era and building style. The various buildings that now form the museum were built between 1750 and the early 20th century. It is unusual to have so many architectural styles together in such a small area.

Once I had explored this one last museum with it’s displays depicting the history of Asuncion my tour drew to a close.

To finish the day off I took the short walk from the Manzana de la Rivera down to the Bay of Asuncion.

Along the bay runs the Costanera. This is a smart boulevard that sweeps along the waters edge. The ideal place to finish the day, looking out over the waters of the bay and to the Rio Paraguay beyond.

I had had a successful and interesting day and as I mentioned at the top would be happy to lead anyone who was visiting Asuncion around it’s sights.

Yes, so easy to just walk around the historic old part of Asuncion. Which I did on 5 different days in April & May 2022. Whether at 0530 or 0900 or 1100 or 1300 or 1400. Bought some books at El Lector at the Plaza Uruguaya. Did the train station. Went into the Cathedral on a Sunday morning. The Independence House. The Museum of the City. The Umbrella Street segment on Palma. Pantheon of Heroes on the May Day holiday! Walked by the Palace of Lopez so many times. And the Congress Building. Near the shantytown. The haunting small park for the Disappeared and Repressed to the west of the Palace. With the concrete and iron restraining Stroessner from coming back up. So much to see and do. Loved the Plaza Italia at 0515. The lights. As the city woke up. One drunk sleeping things off. Everyone always friendly regardless of the time. Just had to learn to be careful while walking, to study what was up ahead due to broken pavement, garbage, tripping hazards and more. Even met the cats being fed or living off the streets. I LOVE Asuncion. And the Hotel Palmaroga.

I also a walk around the old town. Have done it many times and will happily be doing it many more. An easy and pleasant city to walk around with plenty to look at and enjoy. And with Asuncion for so long being a compact place along the shore of the bay many of it’s historic places and buildings are within a short walk of each other. With the broken pavements and other obstacles that are to be found everywhere in Paraguay looking where I place my feet has become second nature. The ones I take a careful step round are the iron grates above drains that run well below street level. They are all quite solid, but if one were to give way…

Though I forget to mention walking around Loma San Jeronimo on a hot day, walking past it to see the fishermen along the Paraguay River. Then went back in the early evening to the Mirador Bar there, since sadly closed in Dec 2022. Met the two owners and had a fascinating time talking to them about running a small business in Paraguay. Sat in the chair Megan Fox sat on a couple weeks before that when she was in town with Machine Gun Kelly. The colors of Loma San Jeronimo and the odd “streets”. A relic to Doctor Francia’s time, as the hills precluded him from destroying and rebuilding directly in that area.

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• 9.50 / 10 8 reviews | 88 travellers I must say that as a female foreign tourist who did this tour alone, although at first you may feel a little scared, when you realize the professionalism and kindness that exists, it gradually passes. Mr. Antonio (or Carlitos =) was very helpful throughout the trip. In my opinion, the price is fair since we must take into account that it is a round trip of around 4-6 hours in which you can stop whenever you need (toilet or food). 100% recommended! 10 Ana Maria
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Want to see one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World? With this trip to Iguazú Falls and Itaipú Dam, we'll take you to see one of the most impressive landscapes you have ever seen.

We'll pick you up from  your hotel in Asunción  at 11 pm and board a comfortable vehicle that'll take us to the Itaipú Dam.

On the way, we'll make a stop in Ciudad del Este to have breakfast before continuing on our journey. Finally, we'll arrive at the Itaipú Dam , which was the largest hydroelectric power plant in the world until 2011. We'll visit the inside of the dam to learn about its history and why it is so important for the environment in Paraguay and Brazil.

After visiting this wonder of the modern world, we'll stop at a local restaurant for lunch . An hour and a half away, the Iguazú Falls await us, where we will have time to walk along the footbridges and marvel at the breathtaking scenery. You won't believe your eyes!

At 7 pm, we'll get back in the vehicle to start the return trip. We'll drop you off at your hotel in Asunción around midnight.

When making your booking, you'll be able to choose an option with or without lunch. If you go for the option with lunch, you'll be served a meal consisting of a starter, a main course and a dessert .

In addition, you can decide if you'd like to go on the day trip with or without pickup . If you choose the cheaper option that doesn't have pickup, you'll make your own way to the bus station in Asunción instead of being picked up from your hotel. From there, you'll travel to your destination by public transport. The day trip with pickup includes transport in a private vehicle just for you and the other members of the tour.

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The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Hotel pickup and drop off (optional)

Transport by minibus or coach

English–speaking guide

Lunch (optional)

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You can book up until 48 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.

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Wheelchair accessible. This must be indicated in the reservation. An accompanying person is required.

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