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 Couples 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. The Wine Experience
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5.0 based on 27 reviews
The Wine Experience will be offering Wine Tours in Colonia that includes: All Transfers, Local Guide, Visit to a small local winery that includes grappa and wine tasting. Please click on the website for further details or contact Ryan via the email form. We know you work hard - some come and join us - you deserve it !!
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Faro de Colonia del Sacramento
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4.5 based on 4,937 reviews
Ascend to the top of this still-operating 1857 lighthouse for a lovely view of the city.
Reviewed By midwaytoheaven - Midway, United States
You can't miss visiting this historic lighthouse when visiting Colonia del Sacramento. It is located closer to the ocean part of the fort complex. Yes, you can hike up to the top of the lighthouse and take in the views from a mid-platform and then at the very top. BOTTOM LINE: If you are up to the challenge, in good shape and don't mind tight walkways, then you'll get rewarded with some great views around the del Sacramento historical sight. The price is cheap at just $30 Uruguayan Pesos or about $1 USD! What a deal! The former barracks at the base are just un-restored ruins today but worth a quick look. Loved seeing this historic lighthouse. Well worth seeing. MY RATING: 10/10
6. Rio de la Plata
7. Cabalgatas en Uruguay - Riding Tours
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4.5 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By 70janinej
Sandra and her husband are very welcoming and easy going persons. Making the appointment & booking the tour via WhatsApp was super easy. Their horses are all in a very good shape, well trained and handsome. I had a great ride on horseback to the beach including riding in the river! It was a special moment, nobody else there, only us and some birds ???? Sidenotes: the Gaucho Style is a different Style from riding in Germany (but they will help & teach u) Think about the right trousers to wear (; shorts wouldn’t be the best... ever saw a rider in shorts?! Even not when u really want to ride on horseback (; Thanks for the adventure!
8. 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
9. 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.
10. El Tunel del Ayer
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4.5 based on 59 reviews
Reviewed By flywithlola - Central Argentina, Argentina
It was a rainy day in Colonia and close to the hotel we found "El Túnel del Ayer", a place where you choose costumes from the beginning of the 20th century and get a photoshoot. The costumes are original, complete (with hats, shoes, necklaces and more) and easy to put on. There are 3 or 4 different sets where you Will have your photoshoot. Then you look at them in a computer, select the ones you like and have them printed in sepia color at that same momento. We had so much fun!
