Ferris Wheel Yup Star
Three Borders Landmark
Three Borders Landmark
Ferris Wheel Yup Star
Three Borders Landmark
Three Borders Landmark
Ferris Wheel Yup Star
Three Borders Landmark
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Tres Fronteiras Landmark and Yup Star Ferris Wheel Private Guided

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Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil
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About this activity

Explore Foz do Iguaçu's most iconic landmark at the Marco das Três Fronteiras, where Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay meet, then ascend the Yup Star Ferris Wheel for panoramic city views including glimpses of the famous Iguazu Falls. This private guided tour combines cultural history with modern attractions in a walkable, well-developed tourist complex.

From the Brazilian city of Foz do Iguaçu, where the Marco das Três Fronteiras Tourist Complex is located, the visitor has an excellent infrastructure with several attractions, regional gastronomy, historical environment, curiosities and comfort and security to walk, contemplate and live the place.

From the Brazilian obelisk, built more than 100 years ago with the colors of the Brazilian flag, the visitor has the opportunity to delve into the history of the country and the continent.

Giant Wheel: a breathtaking landscape. To make the heart race with emotion. And the soul smile so lightly. The best view of happiness is also in the land of one of the seven wonders of the world: Foz do Iguaçu. And this is where magic and enchantment come together just for you to have an incredible experience. From up there, the best view of the city and all its postcards. Down here, all the attractions of a park where every detail has been thought of to surprise you.

Highlights

  • ✓Visit the historic Brazilian obelisk at Marco das Três Fronteiras, built over a century ago in national flag colours
  • ✓Learn the geopolitical significance where three countries converge at the Paraná and Iguazu rivers
  • ✓Rise 65 metres on the Yup Star Ferris Wheel for sweeping views of Foz do Iguaçu and the surrounding landscape
  • ✓Explore the purpose-built tourist complex with regional restaurants and curated attractions
  • ✓Photograph the Iguazu Falls from an elevated vantage point

Insider tips

  • ★Visit the Ferris wheel during late afternoon for golden-hour lighting and clearer sightlines across the tri-border region
  • ★The Marco complex sits directly on the riverbank; bring a camera with a good zoom for wildlife and landscape shots
  • ★Pair this with a visit to the nearby Itaipu Dam or a boat tour of the Paraná River for a fuller day
  • ★The site is popular at midday; an early morning or early evening slot gives better photo opportunities and fewer crowds

Good to know

  • •Private guide service included; suitable for small groups and personalised pacing
  • •3-hour duration includes travel time within the city
  • •The tourist complex is flat, paved, and accessible; comfortable walking shoes recommended
  • •Ferris wheel operation depends on weather; confirm availability if visiting during rainy season (December–March)
  • •No passport required for the viewpoint itself; stay on the Brazilian side or ask your guide about cross-border options

Who it's for

First-time visitors to Foz do Iguaçu seeking quick cultural and scenic highlightsCouples and small groups wanting a private, guided overview of the tri-border regionPhotography enthusiasts keen on elevated city and landscape perspectivesCultural history buffs interested in the Brazilian obelisk and geopolitical context

Best time to visit

Visit in the dry season (April–November) for clearest skies and best views from the Ferris wheel. Early morning (7–9 a.m.) or late afternoon (4–6 p.m.) offers the best light and fewer crowds at the Marco complex.

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