Paraguay has been included in Lonely Planet’s prestigious list as one of the best countries to visit in 2025 . This recognition highlights the country’s natural beauty, cultural richness, and warm hospitality, drawing travelers’ attention worldwide.
The publication states: “In the heart of South America, uncrowded Paraguay teems with life of all sorts and has a laid-back, welcoming vibe. There’s plenty to see. Visit the spiky Chaco forest (with jaguars and giant anteaters roaming around) or go to picturesque towns and plunging waterfalls. Be sure to tour the eclectic architecture of the charming capital, Asunción.”
Lonely Planet’s must-sees to visit in 2025 include:
- Sunbathe on the golden beaches of Carmen del Paraná.
- Voyage upriver to the Pantanal, the world’s largest tropical wetland, aboard the Siete Cabrillas floating hotel from Concepción Pogo with chanting football fans at the
- Superclásico showdown between top clubs Olimpia and Cerro Porteño.
The guide also dedicates a web page to Paraguay’s must-see attractions to visit in 2025, organised into tourist sites, restaurants, entertainment, nightlife, shopping, and hotels, accompanied by an interactive map. Highlights include Yaguarón Church, the Jesuit Mission of the Holy Trinity of Paraná, the Pantheon of the Heroes, and the House of Independence.
Other notable destinations to visit in 2025 include the Chaco Lodge, the Museo del Barro, the Monday Falls, and the Basilica of Caacupé, offering a unique blend of nature, history, and culture.
This recognition from Lonely Planet highlights Paraguay’s growing popularity as a tourist destination. It promises to captivate travelers who plan to visit in 2025 with its unique combination of nature, culture, and authenticity.