Things to Do in Colonia del Sacramento

Board a luxurious ferry from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Spend the day exploring its stunning beauty and rich history on your own, or join an optional tour.

Colonia del Sacramento is nothing short of a captivating treasure, blending a vibrant history with a modern flair. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a culture buff, or just a curious wanderer, this enchanting wine destination will truly surprise you, embedding itself into your heart and soul as a quintessential part of Uruguay. Get ready to embark on an exhilarating journey through the stunning countryside that surrounds Colonia, where you’ll have the chance to tantalize your taste buds in a picturesque and unforgettable setting. We specialize in unearthing hidden gem wineries far from the typical tourist trails, ensuring that your experience with us is nothing short of extraordinary. What truly makes this tour special is the chance to explore and savor Uruguay’s flagship grape, Tannat—the healthiest red wine in the world! Join us any day of the week for an adventure that will awaken your senses and leave you yearning for more.

Colonia del Sacramento is one of Uruguay’s prettiest cities. Discover its charms on this day trip from Buenos Aires and explore its most emblematic monuments.

Discover Colonia del Sacramento and its most emblematic places with a guide. Explore the Portuguese and Spanish past, the mix of architectures, and its transformation into a World Heritage Site.

As a World Heritage site, the Old City of Colonia is well known for its historical architecture, drawing thousands of tourists every year. Here, typical tours focus mainly on the rich history of the town. But, if you are a wildlife lover, this is the only tour that will show you a more natural aspect of the "Ciudad Vieja". This activity is particularly interesting for those who are taking their first steps into the birding world. Many birds you will see are common and abundant, meaning you will have several instances of connecting with them and getting to know them well. If you have not been to South America before, almost all species and even bird families will be new to you. Even if you are an accomplished birder, this tour can yield new sightings and ticks. Some rarities for Uruguay can be seen here: nesting Southern Martins, Patagonian migrants like White-tipped Plantcutters, Straneck's Tyrannulets, and White-banded Mockingbirds, and the elusive South American Painted-Snipe.

Combine adventure and sightseeing with this bike tour in Colonia del Sacramento. Explore the charm of the city's unique architecture and history-filled corners.

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.

Get ready for an Unforgettable Adventure with The Wine Experience, the trailblazer of wine tourism in Uruguay! We crafted an exhilarating tour for those eager to visit Carmelo. This exclusive journey promises a visit to a charming boutique vineyard known for its small-batch, exceptional wines, where you’ll delight your palate with exquisite flavors surrounded by breathtaking countryside. But that’s just the beginning! You can choose to indulge in a delightful light lunch featuring an array of cheeses, cured hams, or elevate your experience with a traditional Uruguayan Asado (BBQ) lunch, perfectly paired with the finest wines. Trust us, the Asado is a must for an extraordinary culinary adventure! Throughout your tour, a knowledgeable local guide will lead you on this journey, ensuring you savor not only incredible wines but also captivating stories behind each pour. Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of rich flavors and unforgettable experiences—your wine journey awaits!

This ticket for the ferry between Buenos Aires and Colonia del Sacramento is the best way to travel between the two cities on the River Plate.

Enjoy a tasting experience featuring award-winning Uruguayan wines and a delicious selection of cheeses and artisan cold cuts from local producers, all in the heart of our historic city.

A birding tour during your stay in Colonia can be a great chance to experience and learn about the more natural aspect of the city, especially if you´ve already been to the more typical historical sites. Colonia is a highly touristic city, but ecotourism is not exploited in the least. To date there are no other local operators which provide ecotourism services. Colonia Birding offers nature tours to any nature enthusiasts who would like to get to know our rich biodiversity. At the same time, this would provide income to local communities, thus promoting conservation and awareness of natural areas and species, something much needed. Furthermore, your guide is a professional biologist and ornithologist with ample field experience. He´s worked in diverse research projects accross Uruguay, where he's learned much during long field hours, not only about birds but also the natural life of Uruguay in general. He is bilingüal in spanish and english, and sometimes ventures into portuguese.

This hop-on hop-off tour of Colonia del Sacramento is the best way to tour the city. You can get on or off at any of the stops & explore at your own pace.

Walk through the historic city of Colonia del Sacramento and discover all its highlights. Accompanied by a local guide, you will get to know the city, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995.

Be prepared for an exclusive trip with a local through the old yet eternal city of Colonia del Sacramento, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Colonia is one of Uruguay’s most enchanting places, known for its cobblestone streets, colonial architecture, and historical significance. This tour of Colonia del Sacramento offers visitors a chance to explore its rich cultural heritage, scenic landscapes, and local life. Begin your tour at the Portón de Campo, the city’s historic entrance gate, built by the Portuguese in 1745. This stone gate, with its wooden drawbridge, sets the tone for a journey back in time, including iconic spots like the Calle de los Suspiros and much more! Embark on a journey of architectural beauty, and cultural richness, all condensed into a memorable and enriching experience as you walk off the beaten path . Whether you are fascinated by colonial history, architectural marvels, or simply the charm of a picturesque town, Aplace that offers an unforgettable visit.

Join us on a private walking tour of Colonia del Sacramento to explore this charming World Heritage City. You'll have an exclusive guide

Cross the legendary Rio de la Plata and spend a day exploring the UNESCO-listed town of Colonia del Sacramento. Enjoy a walking tour of Colonia and admire the striking Portuguese colonial buildings.

For 9 years, we have toured wineries throughout Uruguay, which has allowed us to generate very strong ties with the owners of Uruguayan wineries. This gives us the possibility and the privilege of offering personalized tours where quality is paramount. In addition, our Wine Tourism agency has been declared of interest by the INAVI (National Institute of Viticulture) thanks to our work and first-class service that our clients guarantee. Carmelo is considered a small wine tourism gem of our country, with a set of wineries that are very different from each other. For this particular itinerary we have chosen two wineries, prioritizing the family style, where visitors will be served by the owners of the establishments themselves, since we believe that this experience is something completely unusual in other parts of the world.

Treat your taste buds to a cheese and wine tasting in Colonia del Sacramento - discover the wonder of Uruguayan cuisine!

Enjoy a pleasant guided walk in group through the old Historic District of Colonia del Sacramento, knowing and discovering the most important thing about the place

Discover the Old Town of Colonia del Sacramento with an official guide who will tell you the history and curiosities of each place, in addition to recommending the best restaurants and activities in the city and the area. We will walk through the Field Gate, "La Calle de los Suspiros", the lighthouse, the yacht harbor and the church, among others. The walking tour lasts approximately 1:30 hours and is done in small groups. It starts at "La Fuente Portuguesa", next to the church "Basílica del Santísimo Sacramento", and follows a circular route through the Old Town, ending at the starting point. Colonia del Sacramento is a picturesque and welcoming city, a must-see when visiting Uruguay or Buenos Aires. It can be seen in just one day, but it is recommended to spend a night to enjoy one of the best sunsets in Uruguay and walk through the Old town under the warm light of the typical lanterns from Colonia. Hope to see you soon!

Looking for relaxing plans out in nature? On this horseback ride, you'll enjoy a pleasant horse-riding route around a rural farm around Colonia de Sacramento!

Explore the charming streets of Colonia del Sacramento on this guided walking tour. Discover the historic district, and learn fascinating stories about the city’s rich past.

Book a Memorable half day City Tour of Colonia del Sacramento and discover this ancient Portuguese City from the XVII century, declared Patrimony of Mankind by the UNESCO for its architecture. We will walk along the stone streets, the old buildings, old forts and Spanish and Portuguese Museums. We will visit the Port, downtown, the Ferrando Beach and the Trees Reserve, the lovely “Rambla” that stretches along the coast up to the famous Real de San Carlos where we will be able to see the “Plaza de Toros”, the "Hippodrome" and old harbor.

Join us on this tour to Carmelo and explore some of the most important wine-producing towns in Uruguay at your own pace. Let's go!

Participate in an unforgettable trip to Carmelo to visit two renowned wineries and enjoy a complete wine experience.

You will arrive in a walled city that in 1680 brought the Portuguese crown, with military and civilian envoys, to watch the Spanish ships passing through Buenos Aires, looking for gold, silver and precious stones. You will know the precarious constructions of the time, its handmade roofs, its lanterns and stone streets with natural drains, in a city anchored in time and magically preserved with its military field gate, its drawbridge and its gunboats.

Savor the flavors of chivito and Tannat wine and immerse yourself in a private traditional meal in the historic neighborhood of Colonia del Sacramento!

Enjoy a horseback ride in the rural area of Colonia del Sacramento, surrounded by beautiful landscapes and connection with nature

An unforgettable walk through Colonia del Sacramento, a city founded by the Portuguese in the year 1680 and which was once the object of disputes between these and the Spanish Empire.

Explore the best of Colonia de Sacramento at your own pace with this bicycle rental, where you'll enjoy 10 exciting hours exploring the city.

Discover and be enchanted by the architecture and cobbled streets of historic Colonia del Sacramento.

So you want to visit Colonia del Sacramento in a different way and entertaining too? Rent a bike with us and we provide you with everything you need in order to ride and have a lot of fun through this old city of Colonia. This experience is ideal for riding and stopping whenever and wherever you want and even if you just want to rest or take some awesome pictures.

Enjoy one of the oldest cities in Uruguay at nightfall on foot on this private night tour of Colonia del Sacramento. You'll have a guide just for you.

Enjoy a seamless transfer from Buenos Aires and explore Montevideo at your own pace. Take a relaxing ferry across the Río de La Plata to Colonia del Sacramento and uncover hidden gems by bus.

Enjoy a worry-free arrival or departure transportation service from or to Colonia del Sacramento Port Terminal. This one-way transfer service has maximum security and maybe driven by professional drivers. Your driver will meet you at the Ship Terminal upon arrival or at your hotel lobby on the day of departure

Embark on a journey through the history of Colonia del Sacramento on this guided tour of the Barrio Sur. Churches, ruins, bastions and forts await us.

Discover the oldest winery in Uruguay on a guided tour with wine tasting and lunch. Learn about the history of the winery, taste high-end wines, and enjoy a traditional lunch.

Visiting my favorite winery in Uruguay (after visiting all of them in the country), I am sure you will have a lovely experience with it! Your guide will be waiting for you at the Colonia port or hotel. From there you will visit a boutique winery, it is a lovely and relaxing drive through the countryside. You will have a private guided tour through the vineyards and the winery, and you will be welcome in a lay-back Uruguayan style. I know you will have a lovely time, as the winery owner is a friend of mine, and you will feel at home. The visit and premium wine tasting are paired with a traditional Asado (our way to cook barbecue) or with some cold cuts (appetizers). Wine and food will be plenty, and this is for sure a local food experience as well. The tour usually takes 5- 6 hours.

Uruguayan wines are becoming increasingly famous in the wine world. Why? Find out on this private wine tour in Colonia del Sacramento.

Complete tour of the historic district around the city.

Enjoy a worry-free arrival or departure transportation service from or to Colonia del Sacramento Bus Terminal. This one-way transfer service has maximum security and maybe driven by professional drivers. Your driver will meet you at the Bus Terminal upon arrival or at your hotel lobby on the day of departure

Sail along one of the most famous rivers in South America on this boat trip on the La Plata River. The views from the water of the Uruguayan coast are stunning!

Stroll through Colonia del Sacramento in a different way, visiting emblematic places and connecting with nature while you pedal and get to know special corners of the city

Imagine sailing in 1680 along a dangerous and rocky coast, with no guide but a compass and determination to conquer the unknown. Thus the Portuguese arrived in this corner of the world, facing relentless tides to settle in strategic territory. I found out how, despite construction difficulties, marked social differences and the challenges of trade in a fledgling wholesale market, they managed to leave a deep mark. Every stone tells its story. Let the unique architecture tell you about the past: stone walls, narrow streets and fortresses designed to defend the conquered. Touring this place, you don’t just see history: you live it, you feel it, you breathe it.

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Discover the processes of patrimonialization, population emptying, eviction and disputes over the memories of Barrio Sur as part of the transformation into a Historic District of Colonia del Sacramento.

From your hotel located in Montevideo city, you can explore Colonia del Sacramento, a UNESCO Cultural Heritage city with Portuguese and Spanish influences.

Experience Barrio Sur World Heritage with a local guide and enjoy a breathtaking Uruguayan sunset.

Meet a family business that since 1957 has been producing wines of artisan tradition and continues the dream of a Basque immigrant who came to America with the audacity of those who have nothing to lose.

Colonia del Sacramento City Tour Knowing the whole city of Colonia Touring the oldest part of the city As another part of the city more modern as the tourist complex of 1900 (Plaza de Toros).