Free walking tour of Posadas

What it is

The Posadas free tour is a guided walk through the center of Misiones' capital. It lasts 2 hours and starts at Plaza 9 de Julio, with a guide in Spanish. Highlights include the Bajada Vieja, the Itapuá Founding Stone and the Costanera, with views of the Paraná River and the Paraguayan city of Encarnación.

The itinerary

1. Meet at Plaza 9 de Julio, surrounded by the San José Cathedral and the Misiones Government House.
2. Walk along cobbled streets and small squares to the Bajada Vieja, the first street of Posadas.
3. Stop at the monument to Andresito Guacurari, a Guaraní hero and symbol of Misiones' identity.
4. Reach the Itapuá Founding Stone, located between the Costanera avenue and the Bajada Vieja.
5. Continue along the Costanera, a natural balcony over the Paraná River, with views of Encarnación, Paraguay.

What you will see

At Plaza 9 de Julio you will see the San José Cathedral and the Government House of Misiones. It is a place where faith and politics meet, and where everything from official events to everyday conversations takes place. From there the route continues along cobbled streets and small squares full of plants and monuments, until you reach the Bajada Vieja, the first street of Posadas. A few steps further is the monument to Andresito Guacurari, a Guaraní hero and a symbol of Misiones' identity.

Next you reach the Itapuá Founding Stone, which marks the birth of the city and sits between the Costanera avenue and the Bajada Vieja. The walk then enters the Costanera, which opens up like a natural balcony over the Paraná River. From there you can see the city of Encarnación in Paraguay in the distance while you walk along the riverfront. The tour lasts 2 hours and is a good first introduction to the history and culture of Misiones' capital.

Tips

• Check the meeting point map for Plaza 9 de Julio before you leave.
• Tips are not included, so bring some cash if you want to tip the guide.
• The route is on foot over cobbled streets, so wear comfortable shoes.
• Take photos at the Costanera for views of the Paraná River and Encarnación, Paraguay.

Who it suits

• First-time visitors: It gives a quick overview of central Posadas in 2 hours, with stops at the main landmarks.
• History lovers: The route covers the Itapuá Founding Stone and the Andresito Guacurari monument, with facts about the region's past.