Recorrido por Loma San Jerónimo, primer barrio turístico de Asunción
A guided walk through the lanes, murals, chapel and lookout of San Jerónimo, with residents as hosts.
What it is
San Jerónimo is the capital's first tourist neighborhood, recognized by SENATUR. On the November 2025 edition the group walked its passageways, murals, the San Jerónimo Chapel, the newly painted stairs, the San Jerónimo Club and the highest point of the hill, with a view of the bay. The chapel and the club turn 100 in 2026. On an earlier edition (2023) residents trained as informants welcomed visitors.
Schedule
It runs on specific dates (one edition was on a Sunday morning). Check current times before you go.
Cost
Free and with no prior sign-up on the November 2025 edition.
How to book
The Asunción city government's Culture and Tourism office posts dates, times and spots on its official social media accounts (Cultura ASU / Turismo ASU). Check there to see whether you need to sign up.
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Researched and reviewed in September 2026 with 4 sources. A second reviewer checked dates, coordinates and lodging. Hours and prices may change.