City in Paraná, Brazil
Foz do Iguaçu
Easy base for Iguaçu Falls with quick trips to the Argentine side and Paraguay. Suits a two to four day stop; the city is plain and spread out, and the falls dominate the visit.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$1,150–1,720Comfortable, one person · R$6,000–9,000Details
- Value for money76/100Better value than 75% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goMar–May, Aug–OctWarmest: Jan, 32°CDetails
- Internet242 MbpsFixed broadband, Brazil medianDetails
- Tap waterFilter or boilTreated but locals filter it; drink bottled or filtered water.Details
- LGBTQ+3/5Tolerant, but be discreetDetails
- Solo travel4/5English: limitedDetails
- Doctor's visit$38–96Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundUberWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereCards and contactless are accepted widely.Details
Where to stay in Foz do Iguaçu
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Centro | Hostels, restaurants and bus terminals; walkable |
| Vila Yolanda | Quieter residential area near the Parque Nacional road |
| Avenida das Cataratas corridor | Resorts and hotels near the falls |
Apps that work in Foz do Iguaçu
Ride-hailing
Food delivery
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| iFood | Main option for restaurants and snacks |
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- ClickBus: Book intercity bus tickets
- Waze: Driving directions; most locals use it
- Taxis: Use Uber or 99 or official taxis; use the app price for the falls, and agree fares before crossing the border.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Brazil.
- Cards almost everywhere Cards and contactless are accepted widely. Carry cash for buses, border bus fares and small snack stands; Argentina and Paraguay want pesos or guaraníes.
- Currency: Real (BRL). US$1 ≈ R$5.22 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Banco24Horas, Bradesco and Banco do Brasil ATMs take foreign cards; expect a fee and low night-time limits.
- Tipping: Restaurants and bars add an optional 10% service charge; nothing more is expected. Tipping taxi and ride-app drivers isn't customary.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay work at card terminals; Pix needs a Brazilian account or a Pix-enabled foreign wallet.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- US, Canadian and Australian citizens need an e-visa since April 2025 (US$80.90), applied for online about 10 working days ahead.
- No arrival card or entry fee. Extensions beyond the first stay are requested from the Federal Police before it ends.
- Yellow fever vaccination is recommended for many regions, including the Amazon, but is not required for entry.
Emergency numbers
Police 190 · Ambulance 192 · Fire 193
Plugs
Type C, N · 127 V, 60 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Regular prepaid chips usually need a CPF to register; carrier visitor plans and eSIMs accept a passport. International eSIM apps are simplest. eSIMs work for visitors.
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