Paraguay travel guide
What to see in San Bernardino
The summer resort on Lake Ypacaraí, founded by German settlers.
Updated 18 October 2026 · How we make our guides
- 5 must-see places
- Best time: from March to November
San Bernardino highlights
The places you can’t miss. In the app we sort them by day and close to each other.
- Lake Ypacaraí
Strolls and sunsets.
- Old town
Settlers’ houses.
- Hotel del Lago
Historic.
- Lake beaches
In summer.
- Caacupé
The basilica, nearby.
Day trips from San Bernardino
We take you straight to the best-rated tour on GetYourGuide, with its reviews and dates.
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When to travel to San Bernardino
The months with the fewest warnings to travel to San Bernardino are from March to November.
- Jan with warnings
- Feb with warnings
- Mar no warnings
- Apr no warnings
- May no warnings
- Jun no warnings
- Jul no warnings
- Aug no warnings
- Sep no warnings
- Oct no warnings
- Nov no warnings
- Dec with warnings
- from December to February
Intense heat
Summer is very hot and humid, with violent storms.
What to do: The best time is May to September, when it’s cooler.
Where and what to eat
To eat like a local: a Paraguayan comedor or a chipa stall. The dishes you can’t miss are in the Paraguay guide.
Frequently asked questions about San Bernardino
What to see in San Bernardino?
Lake Ypacaraí, Old town, Hotel del Lago, Lake beaches and Caacupé.
What to see in San Bernardino in one day?
Don’t miss Lake Ypacaraí, Old town, Hotel del Lago, Lake beaches and Caacupé. To split it into days and areas without crossing the city back and forth, the Bagintravel app plans your trip in a minute.
What’s the best time to travel to San Bernardino?
The months with the fewest warnings to travel to San Bernardino are from March to November.
What day trips can you take from San Bernardino?
Lake Ypacaraí.
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Guide reviewed 18 October 2026. Places, areas and seasons: the same data the Bagintravel app uses. Sources and method.