Discover the stunning UNESCO World Heritage Listed city of Colonia del Sacramento on this full day tour from Montevideo. Visit some of the city’s most iconic landmarks, learn about its rich history, and enjoy free time to explore at your own pace.

About this activity

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Duration 9 hours: Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide: English, Portuguese, Spanish
Pickup included: Pickup is available from centrally located accommodation in Montevideo. Inform the location to mark the puck up time. Pick up for Hotels o the mejor ubications for a tourists.

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Eugenia – United States

Thank you very much for a great tour! Simply please perhaps you could offer headphones to better listen and understand Marcela.

Dena – United Kingdom

A great trip out to Colonial del Sacramento to visit the Unesco World Heritage site. Our guide Marcela was incredibly informative and spoke perfect English and Spanish. She was incredibly kind and bought me something I regretted not buying at one of the stops and is both friendly and trustworthy. Well recommended tour as it was planned out and a fun day out.

Itinerary

28 pickup location options:
Hotel Sofitel Montevideo Casino Carrasco and Spa, Cala Di Volpe Boutique Hotel, Hotel Crystal Tower, Crystal Palace Hotel, Hotel Cottage, Hotel NH Montevideo Columbia, Hotel Ciudadano Suites, Dazzler by Wyndham Montevideo, Pocitos Plaza Hotel, Holiday Inn Montevideo, an IHG Hotel, After Hotel, HOTEL MONTEVIDEO, Aloft Montevideo Hotel, Hotel Oxford, ibis Montevideo Rambla, Hotel Europa, Hotel Costanero Mvd - Mgallery, Smart Hotel, Regency Way Montevideo Hotel, Hilton Garden Inn Montevideo, Palm Beach Hotel, Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel, Vivaldi Hotel, Don Boutique Hotel Montevideo, Palladium Business Hotel, Bit Design Hotel, MedioMundo Hostel, Esplendor by Wyndham Montevideo Cervantes
Granja Arenas
Guided tour (25 minutes)
Plaza de Toros
Guided tour (15 minutes)
Colonia Sign
Guided tour (15 minutes)
Porton de Campo
Guided tour (10 minutes)
Calle de los Suspiros
Guided tour (10 minutes)
casco historico de colonia
Guided tour (15 minutes)
28 drop-off locations:
ibis Montevideo Rambla, Hotel Costanero Mvd - Mgallery, Regency Way Montevideo Hotel, Palm Beach Hotel, Hotel Oxford, Hotel Europa, Vivaldi Hotel, Hilton Garden Inn Montevideo, Bit Design Hotel, Smart Hotel, Hotel Cottage, Palladium Business Hotel, MedioMundo Hostel, Esplendor by Wyndham Montevideo Cervantes, Don Boutique Hotel Montevideo, Hotel Crystal Tower, Cala Di Volpe Boutique Hotel, HOTEL MONTEVIDEO, Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel, Crystal Palace Hotel, Holiday Inn Montevideo, an IHG Hotel, Pocitos Plaza Hotel, Aloft Montevideo Hotel, After Hotel, Hotel Ciudadano Suites, Hotel NH Montevideo Columbia, Hotel Sofitel Montevideo Casino Carrasco and Spa, Dazzler by Wyndham Montevideo

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

Explore this wonderful colonial city, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Listed Site
Visit some of the most important places such as the Bullring, Costanera Avenue, and the Historic Quarter
Travel back in time as you discover the charm of the Historic Quarter

Full description

The tour begins with pickup from your hotel in Montevideo and heads out through the neighborhoods of Capurro, Le Teja, and the emblematic Cerro Hill. As you cross over the scenic Santa Lucia River Bridge, arrive at San José Department, famous for being the largest producer of potatoes in the country.

Upon arrival in Colonia del Sacramento, learn about the city’s rich history which dates back to 1783 when it was founded by Spanish immigrants. With your expert guide, visit the Real San Carlos, The Bullring, and the De la Plata River to admire panoramic views across the city and surrounding areas. From here, head to the Historic Quarter of the city and wander around the picturesque streets on an insightful walking tour. Discover the Portón de Campo as well as the City Gate, the Walls, the famous Los Suspiros Street, the Lighthouse, the Main Square, and the Blessed Sacrament Cathedral.

After your walking tour, enjoy some free time to eat lunch at a traditional restaurant or continue to explore the city at your own leisure. Before returning to Montevideo, make a stop at the Granja Arenas to visit the Collectuonist Museum where you can taste local jams, marmalades, cheeses, and more.

From Montevideo: Colonia del Sacramento Full Day Tour