Pedro Juan Caballero
Paraguay · Departamento del AmambayPY
City in Amambay, Paraguay
Pedro Juan Caballero is a Paraguayan city and the capital of the Amambay Department. It lies on the border with the Brazilian city of Ponta Porã in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul and is known as a centre for cheap electronic and consumer goods. This city is the highest city in Paraguay at 670 m (2201 ft) above sea level and is named after Pedro Juan Caballero. Pedro Juan Caballero is serviced by the Dr. Augusto Roberto Fuster International Airport and the country's most modern shopping centre, the Shopping Dubai, which cost US$30million.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 127,437
- Coordinates
- -22.547, -55.733
- Timezone
- America/Asuncion
- Elevation
- 607 m
Overview of Pedro Juan Caballero
Pedro Juan Caballero is the kind of mid-sized city you find in Departamento del Amambay, Paraguay. Around 127,437 people live here. And that scale sets the rhythm of a stay. The local offer centres on nature, adventure and culture. It lies in the southern hemisphere, which drives its seasonal calendar. You are about 607 metres up.
Things to do in Pedro Juan Caballero
Nature in Pedro Juan Caballero
(17)Pedro Juan Caballero's nature entries include Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Gardens. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Pedro Juan Caballero. 17 entries sit in this category, enough to fill more than a day.
Adventure in Pedro Juan Caballero
(8)Under adventure, Pedro Juan Caballero is tagged with Adventure, Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks, Boat Rides and Shooting Ranges. The full list runs to 8 activities. The list follows Pedro Juan Caballero's own activity tags.
Culture in Pedro Juan Caballero
(6)Our data lists Docks, Fountains, Mines, Mosques and Museums as culture options here. In all, 6 activities are recorded in this category. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Pedro Juan Caballero.
Sports in Pedro Juan Caballero
(6)On the sports side, Pedro Juan Caballero offers Hiking, Hunting, Running, Skateboard and Skiing. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Pedro Juan Caballero. 6 entries sit in this category, enough to fill more than a day.
Nightlife in Pedro Juan Caballero
(5)For nightlife, expect Casinos, Disco, Events, Festival and Nightlife. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. The list follows Pedro Juan Caballero's own activity tags.
Water Sports in Pedro Juan Caballero
(5)Under water sports, Pedro Juan Caballero is tagged with Diving, Sailboats, Scuba Diving, Swimming and Water Sports. Plan them together and you have a full day. The list follows Pedro Juan Caballero's own activity tags.
Family in Pedro Juan Caballero
(2)Under family, Pedro Juan Caballero is tagged with Playgrounds and Water Parks. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Pedro Juan Caballero.
Shopping in Pedro Juan Caballero
(1)Shopping in Pedro Juan Caballero covers Shopping. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. This reflects only what is documented for Pedro Juan Caballero.
Wellness in Pedro Juan Caballero
(1)The wellness shortlist for Pedro Juan Caballero: Ranches. It is a direct read of Pedro Juan Caballero's activity profile. These pair well with anything else on this page.
More to do in Pedro Juan Caballero
(2)On the other activities side, Pedro Juan Caballero offers Fishing and Secret. It is a direct read of Pedro Juan Caballero's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Best time to visit Pedro Juan Caballero
The warm stretch of December to March is when water activities work best. October to November and March to April offers mild conditions for outdoor routes. June to August is when winter sports come into play. Museums, food and nightlife keep Pedro Juan Caballero viable all year.
Getting there & around
Pedro Juan Caballero pairs regional access with a walkable core. Set your clock to America/Asuncion on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Pedro Juan Caballero that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Pedro Juan Caballero known for?
- Travellers associate Pedro Juan Caballero with nature, adventure and culture. It sits in Departamento del Amambay, Paraguay and counts about 127,437 residents.
- What can you do in Pedro Juan Caballero?
- Pedro Juan Caballero is tagged with Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Gardens, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Pedro Juan Caballero?
- The warm stretch of December to March is when water activities work best. October to November and March to April offers mild conditions for outdoor routes. June to August is when winter sports come into play. Museums, food and nightlife keep Pedro Juan Caballero viable all year.
- Where is Pedro Juan Caballero located?
- Pedro Juan Caballero belongs to Departamento del Amambay, Paraguay, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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