Before you go
Your trip to Ponta Grossa.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Ponta Grossa – PR Destination Campos Gerais
How to get there
Arrive via the road corridors linked to Palmeira and Curitiba. The PR-151 continues to Carambeí; Vila Velha has its own access outside the urban route.
How many days
Two days allow you to dedicate one stage to Vila Velha and another to the city or to confirmed cultural visits.
When to go
In Ponta Grossa, July and August tend to have less rain than January, with lower temperatures. March, April and September are good alternatives for walking on the plateau; from December to February it is more common to encounter summer heat and rain.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Do you need a car?
A car or contracted transport makes it easier to get from the city to Vila Velha. The visitor routes inside the park follow the operator's organization.
Suggested itinerary
An order that works
Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.
2 days in Ponta Grossa
Day 1
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Morning
Parque Estadual de Vila Velha
Follow the complex's routes as defined with the operator, including transport and reception time.
Day 2
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Morning
Urban Ponta Grossa
Reserve a separate stage for the selected urban tours; do not mix their access with the park visit.
Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.
Before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is Vila Velha located in the center of Ponta Grossa?
The park has a road access separate from the urban area. Arrange the transfer to the reception.
Are the sandstone formations, the furnas and the lagoon three unconnected tours?
They are part of the Vila Velha complex, with routes and access defined by the operator. Check the chosen combination when organizing the visit.
Can Ponta Grossa serve as a base for Carambeí and Castro?
The PR-151 links those towns. Compare the outbound and return route with your accommodation's location and the time needed for the visits.
Do I need to arrange the park visit in advance?
Consult the Vila Velha operator to arrange reception, activities and the authorized routes before leaving the city.