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Punta del Este

Punta del Este
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Popular places to visit

Punta del Este

Gorlero Avenue

4/5(1 review)

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.

Gorlero Avenue
Punta del Este Lighthouse showing heritage architecture and a lighthouse

Punta del Este Lighthouse

4/5(2 reviews)

Climb to the top of this 19th-century lighthouse to enjoy sweeping views. Experience a slice of Punta del Este’s maritime history.

Punta del Este Lighthouse
Punta del Este

Artigas Square

Find out about the history of Punta del Este with a stop at Artigas Square. Wander the beaches and waterfront in the area.

Artigas Square
Candelaria Church showing château or palace and heritage architecture

Candelaria Church

This pretty 20th-century church has an interior decorated with an interesting collection of religious artwork and icons.

Candelaria Church
Our Lady of Candelaria

Our Lady of Candelaria

Learn about the local history of Punta del Este when you take a trip to Our Lady of Candelaria. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Our Lady of Candelaria

Puerto de Punta del Este

3/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront in Punta del Este with a trip to Puerto de Punta del Este. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Puerto de Punta del Este

Things to do

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
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Skip the Line: Casapueblo Museum Admission Ticket in Punta del Este

£11
per adult
Skip the Line: Casapueblo Museum Admission Ticket in Punta del Este
Private - Punta del Este City Tour for Cruisers

Private - Punta del Este City Tour for Cruisers

£89
per adult
Private - Punta del Este City Tour for Cruisers
Colonia Wine Experience for Food & Wine Lovers

Discover why we Love the Colonia Wine Experience

£141
per adult
Discover why we Love the Colonia Wine Experience
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
Full Day Private Tour to Punta del Este

Full Day Private Tour to Punta del Este

£558
per traveller
Full Day Private Tour to Punta del Este
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Top hotels in Peninsula

Golden Beach Resort And Spa

Golden Beach Resort And Spa

3 out of 5
Calle 24 Nº34, esquina Calle 29, Punta del Este, Maldonado
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The price is £66 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
£66
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Punta del Este. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Casino Nogaro and Gorlero Avenue are ...
7.6/10 Good! (181 reviews)
"I enjoyed the central location and indoor and outdoor pools. The carpets need updating in the hallways."

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2025

Golden Beach Resort And Spa
Atlántico Boutique Hotel

Atlántico Boutique Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Calle 7(Capitán Miranda) y, Calle 10 (2 de Febrero), Punta del Este, Maldonado
The price is £56 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£56
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Punta del Este. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (866 reviews)
"Muy buen hotel , agradable. Limpio y muy atentos"

Reviewed on 15 May 2025

Atlántico Boutique Hotel
Hotel Milano

Hotel Milano

3 out of 5
Punta del Este at Calle 24 entre 28 y, 29, Punta del Este, Maldonado
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Punta del Este. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gorlero Avenue and Calle ...
7.6/10 Good! (252 reviews)
"Excellent Services."

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2025

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Bonne Etoile Hotel

Bonne Etoile Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Calle 20 No. 742 entre Calle 23 y 25, Punta del Este, Maldonado
Stay at this hotel in Punta del Este. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Gorlero Avenue and Artigas Square are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (223 reviews)
"Good breakfast, friendly staff."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

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Hotel Concorde

Hotel Concorde

3 out of 5
La Salina 717, Punta del Este, Maldonado
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Punta del Este. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Playa de los ...
7.6/10 Good! (201 reviews)
Bad wifi
"The wifi was not working in the room and I had to go to the lobby for accessing the internet which was not clever"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2023

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Hotel Remanso

Hotel Remanso

3 out of 5
Calle 20 - El Remanso, between 28 and 29, Punta del Este, Maldonado
The price is £61 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£61
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Punta del Este. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Calle 20 and Gorlero Avenue ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (124 reviews)
"Enjoyed staying here very much!"

Reviewed on 11 May 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Peninsula

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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.

Aidy Grill
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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.

San Rafael
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Cantegril

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

Cantegril
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Beverly Hills

While Beverly Hills may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Supermarket and Club de Tenis Medano.

Beverly Hills
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Rincon del Indio

Rincon del Indio is well liked for its beaches. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Punta del Este area, you might plan a trip to La Barra Beach or Cantegril Country Club.

Rincon del Indio
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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 Playa Los Cangrejos.

El Placer

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