Top Things to do in Colonia Department
Top Hotels in Colonia Department
Top 10 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Colonia Department, Colonia Department
Discover the best top things to do in Colonia Department, Uruguay including Borravino Wine Tours, Bodega Boutique El Legado, Antik Objetos con Alma, Bodega Zubizarreta, Museo Cars, Barrio Historico, Puerta de la Ciudadela, Rio de la Plata, Bodega Familia Irurtia, Los Cerros De San Juan.
Restaurants in Colonia Department
1. Borravino Wine Tours
Overall Ratings
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. Bodega Boutique El Legado
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 410 reviews
Reviewed By kitschen_diva - Toronto, Canada
There aren’t enough superlatives to express the wonderful experience we enjoyed at El Legado. Located in Carmelo, the grounds are very well maintained and surrounded by pastoral views. The tour of the vineyard was most informative . Winery owner Bernardo took time to demonstrate each process from training vines to barrel selection. The winery was initially started by his father and you can see clearly what a labour of love it is for Bernardo and his family. Inside, Federico explained the wines (Syrah, Tannat & Blend) The charcuterie paired very nicely with the wines. I could go on about how great the experience was for us, but what I’ll do instead is encourage you to visit this little place of heaven. Hands down this was the best memory making moment of our road trip to Colonia.
3. Antik Objetos con Alma
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5.0 based on 37 reviews
The most notorious picture that will catch your eye about Antik is that it is situated outside the main tour.The owners of this antiques and furniture shop decided to establish themselves at Riachuelo, a charming town 12 Km away from Colonia city. After a wonder through, you will be tempted to enjoy the surroundings and a coffee with cakes and home made cookies.
4. Bodega Zubizarreta
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
Bodega Zubizarreta is a winery wich offers different options for tourists: from guide tours in the establishment with tasting, to lunches, events and other ourdoor activities. The cost of visits is around USD 30 and we need user to coordinates with us previously
5. Museo Cars
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5.0 based on 20 reviews
6. 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.
7. Puerta de la Ciudadela
Overall Ratings
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.
8. Rio de la Plata
9. Bodega Familia Irurtia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 165 reviews
Bodega Familia Irurtia is a familiar winery you can visit every day very near Carmelo. Uruguay is knew in the world of wine for the Tannat variety, a very tannic and full body red wine, you can taste in our cava. Come for wine and a great moment of conviviality. Please contact us to reserve your guided tour and tasting.
Reviewed By LFalonso - Antigua, Guatemala
Fabulous day trip from Colonia, Uruguay. Carolina was a awesome guide and was very informative. The vineyards were beautiful and the tasting was superb. 3 bottles and snacks for 25.00 USD each
10. Los Cerros De San Juan
Overall Ratings
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
