La Casa de Botellas: A Home Built on Recycling
Discover a unique eco-house in Puerto Iguazú made entirely from recycled materials, showcasing sustainable living and creative reuse.
La Casa de Botellas (The House of Bottles) is an eco-friendly house in Puerto Iguazú, Argentina, constructed from thousands of plastic bottles, Tetra Pak cartons, and CD cases. Created by Alfredo Santa Cruz and his family, it serves as a living example of sustainable building and a center for environmental education.
A brief summary to La Casa de Botellas
- Av. los Inmigrantes Lote 7 Mz B, Iguazu, Barrio Orquídeas, Misiones Province, 3370, AR
- +54375754-2981
- Monday 9 am-6:30 pm
- Tuesday 9 am-6:30 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-6:30 pm
- Thursday 9 am-6:30 pm
- Friday 9 am-6:30 pm
- Saturday 9 am-6:30 pm
- Sunday 9 am-6:30 pm
Local tips
- Visit during the cooler months (April-May or September-October) to avoid the intense heat and humidity of the summer.
- Combine your visit with a trip to the nearby Iguazu Falls for a full day of sightseeing.
- Bring a camera to capture the unique architecture and design of the house.
- Ask the family about their building process and the environmental benefits of using recycled materials.
Getting There
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Bus
From the Puerto Iguazú bus terminal, take a local bus towards Iguazu National Park. Ask the driver to drop you off near La Casa de Botellas, which is located on the road connecting the city to the park. The ride is approximately 20-25 minutes, and the house is a short walk from the main road. Bus fare is approximately 5,500 ARS.
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Taxi/Ride-share
From the center of Puerto Iguazú, a taxi or ride-share to La Casa de Botellas will take about 15-20 minutes. The driver will be familiar with the location as it's a known attraction on the way to the falls. Expect to pay around 18,000 ARS for the trip.
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Walking
If you are coming from a nearby attraction, such as La Aripuca, you can walk to La Casa de Botellas. The walk is approximately 15-20 minutes along the main road leading towards Iguazu National Park. Ensure you are walking against traffic and be mindful of vehicles.
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