Title: Colonia del Sacramento Travel Guide: Best of Colonia del Sacramento, Colonia Travel 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Colonia del Sacramento](https://expedia.co.uk/Colonia-Del-Sacramento-Hotels.d6023963.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Colonia del Sacramento](https://expedia.co.uk/Colonia-Del-Sacramento-Holiday-Rentals.d6023963.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Colonia del Sacramento](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Colonia-Del-Sacramento.d6023963.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Colonia del Sacramento](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Colonia-Del-Sacramento.d6023963.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Colonia del Sacramento Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Colonia-Del-Sacramento.d6023963.Car-Hire-Guide)[Colonia del Sacramento Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Colonia-Del-Sacramento.d6023963.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Colonia del Sacramento Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Colonia del Sacramento](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/64000/64810-Colonia-Del-Sacramento.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Colonia del Sacramento](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/64000/64807-Colonia-Del-Sacramento.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Colonia del Sacramento which includes signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/64000/64808-Colonia-Del-Sacramento.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Colonia del Sacramento which includes street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/64000/64802-Colonia-Del-Sacramento.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Street of Sighs which includes a small town or village, a house and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/64000/64811-Colonia-Del-Sacramento.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Colonia del Sacramento Where to stay Things to do Reviews #### Cobblestone streets, colourful houses, museums and beaches make this one of the most popular towns on Uruguay’s west coast. Take a step back in time at Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay’s oldest settlement and a town blessed with picturesque colonial architecture lining sleepy cobblestone streets. Visit museums and an aquarium, climb to the top of a lighthouse or enjoy spectacular sunsets from the waterfront. Founded in 1680, Colonia del Sacramento changed hands between the Portuguese and Spanish, while fighting off British raids, before eventually becoming part of independent Uruguay in 1828. You’ll find most of what you’ll want to see in the Barrio Histórico (Historic Centre), a walled district awarded UNESCO World Heritage status in 1995. Start at the Portón de Campo, the town gate built by the Portuguese in 1745, which opens onto the tree-shaded Plaza Mayor. From here, cobblestone streets lined with pastel-colored Portuguese and Spanish houses lead in all directions. A prime example is Calle de los Suspiros, an extremely photogenic street that stands largely untouched since the 1700s. Climb the stairs to the top of the 89-feet (27-metre) tall Colonia del Sacramento Lighthouse for uninterrupted views of the town and coastline. On a clear day you can see across the river to Buenos Aires. Follow the old town wall along the waterfront, which passes the ruins of 18th-century fortifications. Continue to the marina, a great place to watch the sunset and enjoy a picnic. Find displays about Portuguese colonisation at the Museo Portugués or visit the Museo Español to see artefacts relating to the Spanish colonial era. One ticket covers admission to all of the town’s museums, and is available from the Museo Municipal. Kids will enjoy the interactive marine life exhibits at the Acuarió. Colonia del Sacramento is a 2.5-hour drive from Montevideo or a 1-hour boat ride from Buenos Aires. Rent a golf buggy or bike to explore areas outside of the historic centre and a car to go further afield. Just north of town you can relax on river beaches and see the Plaza de Toros bullring. ### Where to stay in Colonia del Sacramento ![Colonia del Sacramento featuring religious elements, a church or cathedral and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/64000/64805-Colonia-Del-Sacramento.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Barrio Histórico If you're spending some time in Barrio Histórico, Colonia del Sacramento Plaza de Armas and Rio de la Plata are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Colonia-Del-Sacramento-Barrio-Historico.dx553248635976399056) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/65b170b2c3a2441613271e4b167f1e95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Real de San Carlos While visiting Real de San Carlos, you might make a stop by sights like San Benito Chapel and Paleontological Museum. 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Make time to visit the monuments and cathedral while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-La-Plata-Barrio-Historico.d553248621532463442.Attraction) ![Colonia del Sacramento Plaza de Armas showing a house](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/64000/64806-Colonia-Del-Sacramento.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Colonia del Sacramento Plaza de Armas Take a relaxing stroll through the trees and cobblestone streets of the plaza that lays claim to one of the oldest churches in Uruguay. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Colonia-Del-Sacramento-Plaza-De-Armas-Barrio-Historico.d6114160.Attraction) ![Calabres Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/76097b5cf9e47a4d8f2fc70ff5736838.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Calabres Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Calabres Beach during your travels in Colonia del Sacramento? Discover the museums and cathedral in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Calabres-Beach-Colonia-del-Sacramento.d6114162.Attraction) ![Colonia del Sacramento Lighthouse showing a sunset, a lighthouse and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/75000/75589-Colonia-Del-Sacramento-Lighthouse.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Colonia del Sacramento Lighthouse The 360-degree view from the summit of this historic 19th-century lighthouse incorporates the entire city and the Río de la Plata. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Colonia-Del-Sacramento-Lighthouse-Barrio-Historico.d6114148.Attraction) ![Ferrando Beach showing a beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/75000/75596-Ferrando-Beach.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ferrando Beach Located next to lakes and a small forest, this scenic sandy beach receives a refreshing breeze from the south. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ferrando-Beach-Colonia-del-Sacramento.d6114164.Attraction) ![Casa Nacarello which includes a lighthouse](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/64000/64874-Casa-Nacarello.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Casa Nacarello A charming pink house offers visitors a realistic glimpse into the lives of the 18th-century European colonial settlers in Uruguay. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Casa-Nacarello-Barrio-Historico.d6114156.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Colonia Day Tour in Uruguay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/404786/68b822f0-49ad-4277-b38b-9a4465a6ab5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day £44 per adult **74%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-montevideo-colonia-del-sacramento-full-day.a404786.activity-details) ![Day Trip to Colonia from Montevideo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1141438/ef068102-4897-4b66-84a4-0e75292dcca0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Day Trip to Colonia from Montevideo £64 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/day-trip-to-colonia-from-montevideo.a1141438.activity-details) ![Walking Tour in Group in Colonia del Sacramento](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47658918/c2bcd94b-8a9a-413b-b998-33ec30ef554d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Walking Tour in Group in Colonia del Sacramento £14 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/walking-tour-in-group-in-colonia-del-sacramento.a47658918.activity-details) ![Picture 8 for Activity Shared Boat Tour Experience - Colonia del Sacramento](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48205878/e77bfd6f-c46c-41c2-9444-4b1ec125e555.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sunset Panoramic Boat Tour Experience £38 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunset-panoramic-boat-tour-experience.a48205878.activity-details) ![Promo Walking Tour from April to September](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50245020/a788198f-8c88-4c94-a1b3-ad9aa1b139a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Promo Walking Tour from April to September £9 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/promo-walking-tour-from-april-to-september.a50245020.activity-details) ![Premium Day Tour to Colonia del Sacramento](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47522502/77badffb-adc9-42d2-a2c1-307e6030f39c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Premium Day Tour to Colonia del Sacramento £74 per adult **74%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/premium-day-tour-to-colonia-del-sacramento.a47522502.activity-details) [See all activities in Colonia del Sacramento](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Colonia-Del-Sacramento.d6023963.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Reviews of Colonia del Sacramento 4 Top destination 5 - Excellent 1 4 - Good 3 3 - Okay 1 2 - Disappointing 0 1 - Terrible 0 ### 3/5 - Okay Chris Probably one day and night is long enough there, but quite a unique place. If you are staying at Hotel Italiano I would check out your room first before committing as ours was terrible. 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