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Puerto Iguazú

Misiones, Argentina · South America

About Puerto Iguazú

Puerto Iguazú works well as a base: 10 minutes from Presidente Franco, 16km from Parque Nacional do Iguaçu.

Puerto Iguazú is a town located in Misiones, Argentina. With a population of 32,038, it is an important destination in South America.

On a road trip, Puerto Iguazú sits in Argentina, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Argentina/Cordoba time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Puerto Iguazú to your route.

About Puerto Iguazú

Puerto Iguazú is a border city in the province of Misiones, Argentina. With a population of 82,227 (2010 census [INDEC]), it is the fourth largest city in the Province, after Posadas, Oberá, and Eldorado. The Iguazú Falls are 18 kilometres (11 mi) away from the city, and as a result the city has developed much of its

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Puerto Iguazú offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Puerto Iguazú located?

Puerto Iguazú is located in Misiones, Argentina, South America. The coordinates are -25.5991 latitude, -54.5735 longitude.

What is the population of Puerto Iguazú?

Puerto Iguazú has a population of approximately 32,038 people, making it a town in Argentina.

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Quick Information

Population
32,038
Continent
South America
Country
Argentina
Region
Misiones
Timezone
America/Argentina/Cordoba
Coordinates
-25.5991, -54.5735

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Argentina

Police
911
Ambulance
107
Fire
100
Driving side
right
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Worth the detour from Puerto Iguazú

6 notable places within an hour's drive.

waterfall

Saltos del Monday

A wide horseshoe waterfall on the Monday river near Ciudad del Este, with a walkway to the lip and a viewing platform in the spray. A quiet alternative to Iguazu an hour away.

7 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

Foz do Iguaçu

A tri-border city serving as the Brazilian gateway to Iguaçu Falls, with the Itaipu Dam and the meeting point of Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay.

9 km · about 15 min drive

national park

Parque Nacional do Iguaçu

UNESCO-listed subtropical rainforest park on the Argentine border, with a shuttle road system serving the falls viewpoints.

16 km · about 30 min drive

waterfall

Iguazú Falls (Argentine side)

A colossal system of 275 waterfalls spanning nearly 3 kilometers, with the thundering Devil's Throat as its awe-inspiring centerpiece.

17 km · about 20 min drive

waterfall

Iguaçu Falls (Brazilian side)

The panoramic Brazilian vantage point of Iguaçu Falls, offering jaw-dropping frontal views of the Devil's Throat from a walkway extending into the mist.

17 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Itaipu Dam

Binational hydroelectric dam on the Paraná River near Foz do Iguaçu, with a visitor road crossing the crest.

21 km · about 25 min drive

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Puerto Iguazú.

Presidente Franco

🇵🇾 Paraguay

5 km awayPop. 54,292

Foz do Iguaçu

🇧🇷 Brazil

6 km awayPop. 258,248

Ciudad del Este

🇵🇾 Paraguay

13 km awayPop. 301,815

Los Cedrales

🇵🇾 Paraguay

16 km awayPop. 2,754

Santa Terezinha de Itaipu

🇧🇷 Brazil

25 km awayPop. 24,262

Puerto Libertad

🇦🇷 Argentina

36 km awayPop. 6,143

Colonia Wanda

🇦🇷 Argentina

42 km awayPop. 15,529

São Miguel do Iguaçu

🇧🇷 Brazil

44 km awayPop. 29,122

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