Town in Misiones, Argentina
Puerto Iguazú
Jungle town on the Argentine side of Iguazú Falls, with walkways, boat rides and quick border trips to Brazil and Paraguay. A 2–3 day stop; very hot and humid in summer and busy at weekends.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$854–1,440Comfortable, one person · $1.3M–2.2MDetails
- Value for money88/100Better value than 87% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goApr–Jun, Sep–OctWarmest: Jan, 32°CDetails
- Internet137 MbpsFixed broadband, Argentina medianDetails
- Tap waterFilter or boilTreated but many locals and hotels use bottled or filtered water; use bottled water for the first days.Details
- LGBTQ+3/5Tolerant, but be discreetDetails
- Solo travel4/5English: common in tourist areasDetails
- Doctor's visit$20–46Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundLocal bus to the fallsWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardMixed: cards and cashCards work in hotels, restaurants and the park; cash for buses, small shops, border crossings and some taxis.Details
Where to stay in Puerto Iguazú
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Centro (Avenida Victoria Aguirre) | First-timers: hostels, restaurants and bus terminal nearby |
| Along Ruta 12 toward the falls | Jungle lodges and quieter stays; need transport |
| Villa Cabello and residential streets | Cheaper rooms away from the centre |
Apps that work in Puerto Iguazú
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
Food delivery
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| PedidosYa | Restaurants in Centro; limited late |
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- Plataforma 10: Book long-distance bus tickets
- SUBE: Transit card for buses, Subte and trains
- Taxis: Ride-hailing apps are unreliable; use remises and taxis. Confirm the fare before border trips.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Argentina.
- Mixed: cards and cash Cards work in hotels, restaurants and the park; cash for buses, small shops, border crossings and some taxis. Argentine pesos are widely accepted at exchange houses.
- Currency: Peso (ARS). US$1 ≈ $1,523.09 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Banelco and Link ATMs take foreign cards but charge a high flat fee per withdrawal with low limits.
- Tipping: Leave about 10% in restaurants, ideally in cash; the 'cubierto' cover charge isn't a tip. Rounding up is enough for taxis.
- Paying by phone: Contactless cards and phone wallets work at most terminals; Mercado Pago QR codes need a local account.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- No arrival card or reciprocity fee for most visitors; immigration records your entry electronically.
- Some visa-required nationals holding a valid US visa can apply online for an electronic travel authorization (AVE).
- Extend your stay at a Migraciones office before it expires; overstays are fined at exit.
Emergency numbers
Police 911 · Ambulance 107 · Fire 100
Plugs
Type C, I · 220 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Personal, Claro and Movistar sell cheap prepaid chips in their shops with a passport; activation can be fiddly, so international eSIMs are easier. eSIMs work for visitors.
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