Overview
Dourados is a mid-sized city in the Central West of Brazil, serving primarily as a transit hub for travelers heading to the Pantanal wetlands. The city is notable for its significant Guarani Kaiowa indigenous population and a substantial Japanese community, which influences local cuisine and culture.
Budget Travel · Day Trips · Transit Hub
Before you go
Day trips
Gateway to the Pantanal and border shopping at Ponta Porã.
Food
City center has diverse restaurants including churrascarias and Japanese cuisine. Saturday-Sunday market (Feira) offers local produce and Brazilian-Japanese street food specialties.
Shopping
Modern mall with 191 stores, Brazilian fashion brands (Forum, Triton, Ellus), Riachuelo department store. Weekend open-air market for local produce.
Transport
LATAM serves Dourados Airport with flights connecting to major Brazilian hubs. Overland travel via highway to Campo Grande and the Pantanal region.