Tourism
Villa Florida is one of the most important centers of tourism in the country. Citizens are aware of the importance of this activity, and cordially welcome visitors. There are many hotel and inns, like the one run by the Tourism Office. This one is located in the city. Another good place to stay is the Parador Centu Cue, 11 km (6.8 mi) south from the city. Parador Las Mercedes is 7 km (4.3 mi) from the city.
There are also other options, as Hotel la Playa, La Misionera and many other places to stay. Ecologic Tourism is a must, due to the natural style of the place. People like camping in this zone. Ranch Tourism is available. There are several places around the city that receive and host visitors. For instance Cabaña San Francisco is located 10 km away from the city. (6.2 miles)
Cabañas Museum is located in a former ranch 12 km (7.5 mi) from Villa Florida, heading to Caapucú. This ranch was once property of General Anastasio Cabañas, a hero in Cerro Porteño and Tacuary battles (1810), even before Paraguayan independence.
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“In the middle ages people were tourists because of their religion, whereas now they are tourists because tourism is their religion.”
—Robert Runcie (b. 1921)