City: Uruguay
Top Things to do in Uruguay
Top Hotels in Uruguay
- 1. Arapey Thermal Resort and Spa
- 2. Cottage Puerto Buceo
- 3. Sofitel Montevideo Casino Carrasco & Spa
- 4. Radisson Hotel Colonia del Sacramento
- 5. Regency WAY Montevideo Hotel
- 6. Posada Boutique Las Terrazas
- 7. Costa Colonia Riverside Boutique Hotel
- 8. Frontier Hotel
- 9. Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
- 10. Dazzler By Wyndham Montevideo
Top 5 Lighthouses in Uruguay, Uruguay
Coordinates: 33°S 56°W / 33°S 56°W / -33; -56
Restaurants in Uruguay
1. Faro de Colonia del Sacramento
Overall Ratings
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
2. Lighthouse of Cabo Polonio
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 596 reviews
Reviewed By greg_wanders - Auckland Central, New Zealand
We decided to go in the morning at 10 AM when the light house opened as the evening before it was very hazy and several people in line. The following morning however, we were the only ones and could take in the views peacefully. It costs about 30 UYU if i remember correctly, per person and you climb to the top. Even though it wasn't a sunny day, the views are surely worth it. With the small white houses dotted along the coastline on one side and the colorful streets on the other. Not to miss a clear view of the seal colony as well from above. Overall this was my favourite attraction in Cabo Polonio and offers the best views.
3. Faro de Punta Carretas
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 518 reviews
The original mechanism still operates in this 1876 lighthouse, which offers a lovely view from the top.
Reviewed By restrapo - Montevideo, Uruguay
The walk to "el faro" (lighthouse) de punta carretas is not for the faint of heart. I counted at least five used condoms on the road to the lighthouse. Watch your step. However, once you get to the sanctuary of the lighthouse itself, the experience is marvelous. Nice gentleman kindly provided me with a ticket for entrance. Cost was 30 UYU pesos (.85 cents) with exchange of $1USD = 35.18 pesos. Great deal. There are 76 steps to the top. Once at the top great views of the punta carretas neighborhood, views of downtown (omnipresent palacio Salvo building) and the world trade building in the other direction. Well worth the trip to the lighthouse.
4. Faro Cabo Santa Maria
5. Faro de Punta del Este
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 788 reviews
Reviewed By MinistryGM - Buenos Aires, Argentina
The Punta del Este Lighthouse is one of the most importants landmarks of this city. Great place for taking pictures of this lovely construction
