Peninsula Travel Guide

Punta del Este

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Gorlero Avenue

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During your trip to Punta del Este, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Gorlero Avenue. Wander the beaches and waterfront in the area.
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Things to do

Punta del Este Day Trip from Montevideo

The Best Punta del Este Day Trip from Montevideo

£44
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Best Punta del Este Day Trip from Montevideo
Private - Punta del Este City Tour for Cruisers

Private - Punta del Este City Tour for Cruisers

£88
per adult
Private - Punta del Este City Tour for Cruisers
Punta del Este Shore Excursion: Private Sightseeing Tour of Punta del Este

Punta del Este Shore Excursion: Private Sightseeing Tour of Punta del Este

£95
per adult
Punta del Este Shore Excursion: Private Sightseeing Tour of Punta del Este
Punta del Este Day Trip from Montevideo

The Best Punta del Este Day Trip from Montevideo

£45
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Best Punta del Este Day Trip from Montevideo
Private - Punta del Este City Tour for Cruisers

Private - Punta del Este City Tour for Cruisers

£90
per adult
Private - Punta del Este City Tour for Cruisers
Punta del Este Shore Excursion: Private Sightseeing Tour of Punta del Este

Punta del Este Shore Excursion: Private Sightseeing Tour of Punta del Este

£97
per adult
Punta del Este Shore Excursion: Private Sightseeing Tour of Punta del Este
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Find the best Peninsula areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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La Barra

La Barra is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like La Barra Beach and Bikini Beach.

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San Rafael

Beaches, restaurants and spas highlight some of the notable features of San Rafael. Make a stop by Club de Tenis Medano while you're exploring.

A coastal cityscape with a marina filled with boats, high-rise buildings, and a beach.

Aidy Grill

The beaches and bars are just a few features travellers like about Aidy Grill. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Enjoy Punta del Este Casino & Resort and Brava Beach are a few top places to visit.

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Cantegril

While visiting Cantegril, you might make a stop by sights like Mansa Beach and Splash Aqua Park.

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El Placer

While El Placer may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like La Barra Beach and Leonel Viera Bridge.

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