Location: Colonia del Sacramento
Top Things to do in Colonia del Sacramento
Top Restaurants in Colonia del Sacramento
Top 10 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Colonia del Sacramento, Colonia Department
The historic quarter of Colonia del Sacramento, founded in 1680, evokes old Lisbon with its Portuguese-influenced architecture and winding streets. The area, located in southwestern Uruguay on the Rio de la Plata, was named a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1995. It's an easy day trip by ferry from Buenos Aires, making the beaches a popular Argentinean escape. Major sights include Iglesia Matriz, the country's oldest church, the Municipal Museum and a 17th-century port jutting into the river.
Restaurants in Colonia del Sacramento
1. Borravino Wine Tours
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5.0 based on 92 reviews
Welcome to Borravino, boutique wine experiences in Argentina and Uruguay. Proud South Americans, we have crafted wine tours through Mendoza and little known Uruguay where you can experience our culture, character and history.
2. Barrio Historico
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4.5 based on 8,578 reviews
This historic section of town takes you back to the 17th and 18th centuries, with an array of interesting museums, an historic lighthouse and Uruguay’s oldest church.
Reviewed By jonahNJ - Pennington, United States
While in Buenos Aires, Argentina, my wife and I took the ferry over to Uruguay and spent a beautiful February 2020 day exploring this gorgeous historical neighborhood. From the lovely cobblestones, to the various historic sites such as the lighthouse and convent ruins, to the cannons, there is much to see during a day trip to Colonia del Sacramento. There is also a lot of fascinating history to learn while exploring Barrio Historico.
3. Puerta de la Ciudadela
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4.5 based on 2,390 reviews
This drawbridge over a moat was built in 1745 as the only entrance to the city.
Reviewed By CampionePete - Campione d'Italia, Italy
This little historic town, once Portuguese is worth a few hours of exploration and if you can afford it , a $25 lunch at the Florida, a half block away from this gate. The gate & wall are well, just a gate and a wall. But the story behind it is interesting and on a local plaque.
4. Rio de la Plata
5. La Calle de los Suspiros
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4.5 based on 4,077 reviews
Reviewed By Takuri - Buenos Aires, Argentina
It's the most picturesque street in Colonia. No wonder brides and lovers choose it as the perfect photographic location.
6. Los Cerros De San Juan
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4.5 based on 107 reviews
Los Cerros de San Juan, the oldest winery of Uruguay, is located a few kilometers from the city of Colonia and Carmelo. The only winery in Uruguay has a village within the establishment, with a rural school in operation and very many story to tell ...
Reviewed By schninikki - Aguas Calientes, Peru
Summary: The ambiance, the wine, and the passion shown by Pablo made for a fantastic experience! Reserve via email (on their website) and ideally, take your own car there and make sure you enter via the right way (coordinates below). Details: My husband and I contacted the winery directly (email below) to reserve for a guided tour, tasting, and meat/cheese board. We got a quick response from Pablo, set up our date/time/option, and took a taxi there. Pablo was a fantastic guide and explained the history of the winery as well as how the wine production here used to work/currently works - it is very unique, as the methods have changed only slightly and there is such a long history associated with the place! After you visit production area, you return to the area where they had the "almacen" or shop - what a remarkable visit back in time! The three wines we tasted were also of top quality. Taxi cost: Keep in mind, it is circa 45 minutes outside of Colonia, so the taxi is on the expensive side - 3-5mil pesos there and back, depending if they stay with you there or not. Pablo can help you organise if needed. Coordinates for the correct entrance, Google maps gives the old one: 34°10'21.8"S 57°56'11.2"W
7. Paseo de San Gabriel
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4.5 based on 332 reviews
Reviewed By joserafaell89 - Bogota, Colombia
When in Colonia, this spot is a nice place to watch the sunset, enjoy the views of the river, feel the life of the city and even look at the tall buildings of Buenos Aires (Argentina) far in the horizont. Always plenty of people pasing by, fishing, sun bathing, taking a bath in the river or just enjoying the peace and nice atmosphere.
8. Muelle del Puerto de Yates
9. Rambla de Colonia
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4.5 based on 1,026 reviews
Reviewed By markr2306 - Cambridge, United Kingdom
We walked along here from the port to the old town- there were people fishing, lots of green parrots to watch, and a generally relaxed atmosphere with a lovely view over the Ro de Plata to enjoy
10. Iglesia Matriz
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4.0 based on 794 reviews
Strikingly stark and simple in design, this 17th-century church is one of the oldest in Uruguay.
Reviewed By jonahNJ - Pennington, United States
During a walking tour of Colonia del Sacramento, my wife and I visited this charming church in the heart of this historic city. During the tour, I learned that Iglesia Matriz is Uruguay’s oldest church which dates back to 1680. The church is relatively small, though the bright white interior and volume ceiling make it appear to be larger than it is. The church is very well maintained, though a couple of aged pillars in the rear of the church are reminders of the age of the church. The design of the church clearly shows the influence of the Portuguese who had colonized Uruguay. Admission to the church is free and well worth a brief visit.
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