What to do and see in Rocha, Uruguay: The Best Places and Tips

March 24, 2018 Hector Krause

Discover the best top things to do in Rocha, Uruguay including Lighthouse of Cabo Polonio, Experiencias Garzon, Playa de Jose Ignacio, Santa Teresa National Park, La Pedrera, Faro Cabo Santa Maria, Cabalgatas Valiceras, Beaches at Cabo Polonio, Fortaleza de Santa Teresa, Playa Los Botes.
Restaurants in Rocha

1. Lighthouse of Cabo Polonio

Cabo Polonio, Uruguay
Excellent
68%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 536 reviews

Lighthouse of Cabo Polonio

Reviewed By luizacerioli - Porto Alegre, RS

going to the lighthouse is a must do experience in Cabo Polonio. It's very cheap and not impossible to go up, but a bit claustrophobic. Anyways, great view and you can see all the village and the sea lions.

2. Experiencias Garzon

Ruta 9 | Km 175, Garzon 20400, Uruguay
Excellent
82%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
2%
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1%
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4.5 based on 248 reviews

Experiencias Garzon

We invite you to discover the touristic experiences that we offer around our Extra Virgin Olive Oil Boutique Production Plant located at some kilometers from the popular Uruguayan sea coast where you will be surprised by breathtaking views, fine wines, delicious extra virgin olive oils and personalized attention along your experience. These programs were especially created to explore our olive tree plantations and Extra Virgin Olive Oil Production Boutique Plant, to learn about the origin and elaboration process of our products, and to enjoy panoramic views. As part of the experience, tasting of our wines and olive oils are offered with a good selection of cheese and home-made breads.

Reviewed By norbafreund - Sao Paulo, SP

We tasted the olive oil, wine , visit the olivetrees, and received a full explanation of the whole project with its origin and prospects, even agronomic features . The investment in the reception of guests is very high, with rooms, films, eletronic moving pannels. Architecture is not neglected. A program for a whole afternoon.
There are other activities based on the place which we did not have the time to enlist; a pity. When the vines get a little older, the quality of the wines will be even better.
The olive oil sampled was a very good surprise. That alone would justify the visit

3. Playa de Jose Ignacio

Jose Ignacio 20402, Uruguay
Excellent
60%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
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4.5 based on 451 reviews

Playa de Jose Ignacio

Reviewed By BushFreak - Johannesburg

This is not a big party town. It is small and quiet and quaint. Nice restaurants and amazing Beaches that stretch for kilometers in both directions. We are returning for a longer relaxing stay.

4. Santa Teresa National Park

Ruta 9 km 300, Rocha 27000, Uruguay +598 4477 2101
Excellent
65%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
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4.5 based on 270 reviews

Santa Teresa National Park

Incredible bush next to the sea.

Reviewed By brunita2015 - Buenos Aires, Argentina

its a reall paradise.!!!!!full of green, all kind of plants, and a very good beach!! There is a camping . Paraiso!! imperdible si estas viajanndo por Uruguay. Hay camping .

5. La Pedrera

Rambla, La Pedrera 27004, Uruguay
Excellent
55%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
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1%
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4.5 based on 385 reviews

La Pedrera

Reviewed By ILMomof2 - Chicago, IL

I absolutely loved this town. It had a great combination of families and young adults. Everything was was walkable and they shut down the Main Street to automobiles at night. We found delicious restaurants and beautiful Beaches. There was also an ATM and small mini-markets for groceries. We were only there for 3 days but I wish we could have stayed longer.

6. Faro Cabo Santa Maria

Avenida del Faro s/n, La Paloma 27000, Uruguay
Excellent
38%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
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4 based on 501 reviews

Faro Cabo Santa Maria

Reviewed By Ivan S - Dongguan, China

La Paloma is a small beach town, quiet and peaceful
The lighthouse is one of the few attraction there, standing quiet and bright against the horizon
In the end of the day it offers a nice view, red sun lightning west face against the dark blue sky

7. Cabalgatas Valiceras

Valizas 27202, Uruguay +598 99 574 685
Excellent
98%
Good
1%
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1%
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5 based on 67 reviews

Cabalgatas Valiceras

Cabalgatas Valiceras is a family business of Active Tourism. Our services focus on guided horseback riding, based on Responsible and Sustainable Tourism Best Practices. Our project was born in 2004; the support and recognition from our clients towards our services make us, to date, the leading company offering horseback riding services in Rocha. Our rides are conducted by local guides specialized in nature and history of the area, as well as the art of horseback riding. Our GOAL: Turn your ride into an unforgettable and safe experience, since we know what your well deserved vacation means! While also respecting the natural environment surrounding us, flora, fauna and local culture, as well as our traveling companions that have been part of our family for a long time...our horses! For these adventures, you don't have to be a professional rider, we will give you all the necessary tools, as well as selecting the right horse for you. We will be willing to optimize your riding level. In short, we are young people with extensive experience, combining the coasts of Rocha with the equestrian life. WE PROPOSE: Living the best horseback rides! Well maintained horses and selected for each rider. Horseback riding for all levels. Ideal for family or group of friends. Cheer up with this adventure! We take care of your safety. History, Nature and Local Culture. The best specialized local guides. Great horses and the most comfortable saddles. TO UNDERSTAND IT, YOU HAVE TO LIVE IT!

Reviewed By words2017 - Auckland Central, New Zealand

I'd never thought of Uruguay as a destination for anything, let alone horse riding, until our plans for Argentina fell through. I'm so glad they did, because our four days with Mauro and Laura and their horses were perfect. Mauro fell in love with Valizas...MoreThank you so much! We are so glad to read this words from you! We really enjoyed this tour with you guys. We are waiting for you to come and visit us again, now in our own piece of land continuing with our dream!

8. Beaches at Cabo Polonio

km264 1/2 Ruta 10, Cabo Polonio, Uruguay
Excellent
72%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
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1%
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4.5 based on 418 reviews

Beaches at Cabo Polonio

This is a point of land that has beautiful Beaches and a small hippie comunity. There is now a new visitor center at km 264 1/2 on Ruta 10 where you buy tickets to ride trucks over the dunes to get to the Beaches. No vehicles can drive out there other than these authorized trucks. Great unspoiled destination.

Reviewed By Agustin E - Montevideo Department, Uruguay

Best hippie place in Uruguay. Awesome and quiet place to take a break from the noise of the city and spend time in nice Beaches with giant dunes. The town is full of colors and at night you can see a sky full of stars

9. Fortaleza de Santa Teresa

Ruta 9 Km 302, Rocha 27000, Uruguay +598 4474 6541
Excellent
58%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
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4.5 based on 481 reviews

Fortaleza de Santa Teresa

Military Building Made In 1762 By The Portuguese.

Reviewed By dmlegisa - Buenos Aires, Argentina

the Fortaleza is a nice tour to do if you are near the area. You can camping in Santa Teresa´s reserve or go by bus from Punta del DIablo. I recomend to go by bus and return walking through the beach.

10. Playa Los Botes

Las Tres Marias, La Paloma 27001, Uruguay
Excellent
38%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
0%
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4 based on 67 reviews

Playa Los Botes

Reviewed By Leonardo R - Sao Paulo, SP

Praia situada na parte sul de La Paloma muito utilizada pelos surfistas por causa de suas ondas fortes.
Tem boa faixa de areia, sendo mais bonita que a praia do centro que tem o farol.

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