Montevideo

The Best Punta del Este Day Trip from Montevideo

Start your day trip in Montevideo with hotel pickup. Relax on the coastal drive to the lovely resort town of Punta del Este, which features the posh neighborhoods of San Rafael, Cantagril, and Beverly Hills. Your guide points out features of the landscape and shares the history of the region with onboard commentary. Admire the seaside homes of La Barra del Maldonado, a charming old fishing town. Then continue on to visit two popular beaches. At Playa Brava, snap photos of the must‐see sculpture by Chilean artist Mario Irarrázabal: "La Mano" (The Hand), also known as "Los Dedos" (The Fingers), depicts five human fingers protruding from the sand. On the other side of the peninsula enjoy the ocean views at Playa Mansa, where you have free time for lunch (own expense).  Afterward, head to Casa Pueblo, a Mediterranean‐style villa and art gallery perched on a cliff atop Punta Ballena. Designed by Uruguayan painter and sculpture Carlos Páez Vilaró, the 9‐story, whitewashed building includes a museum and gallery (own expense) where you can learn about the life of the artist and the history behind his creation. After a full day touring Punta del Este, return back to your Montevideo hotel.

The best Montevideo Dinner Show. Tango and Candombe. El Milongon.

Enjoy a night of extraordinary entertainment in Montevideo at a traditional tango dinner show. After making your way to the tango hall, you're greeted by professional waitstaff who lead you to your table, located near the stage for optimal viewing while you dine.  During the performance, see exceptional dancers and live musicians perform tango and other types of folkloric dances of Uruguay. Be mesmerized by the milonga, a style of dance related to tango, and marvel at candombe — a complex dance descended from African slaves in South America. You’re served a variety of authentic Uruguayan dishes for dinner, including barbecued meat, accompanied by wine, soda or juice. Top off you meal and evening entertainment with delicious flan and dulce de leche (creamy caramel)!

Montevideo: Historical and Diverse (Walking) (Spanish and/or Portuguese)

This tour includes entrance to several points of interest, at no extra cost, making this experience unique, since we will be able to visit many iconic places in the city of Montevideo, we will also begin with a historical introduction that will allow us to immerse ourselves in how they lived and live. Uruguayans in the birthplace of the country's capital.

Day Trip to Colonia from Montevideo

Discover the colonial beauty of the coastal city of Colonia del Sacramento, located across from Buenos Aires along the Río de La Plata. Following hotel pickup, meet your guide aboard the coach and relax during the approximate 2.5‐hour drive west from Montevideo. Upon arrival, follow your guide on foot through Colonia’s narrow, cobblestone streets and admire the city's well‐preserved colonial architecture — a mix of Portuguese and Spanish influences. Learn about this UNESCO World Heritage–listed historic district — Barrio Histórico — founded by the Portuguese in the late 17th century. Later disputed over by the Spanish, it was incorporated into Brazil in the early 1800s before becoming part of Uruguay.  Visit the former bullfighting arena, Real de San Carlos, which once held up to 10,000 spectators, and view the 19th‐century Colonia del Sacramento Lighthouse, built atop the ruins of the San Francisco Covenant.  Your guide accompanies you to downtown Colonia and the Uruguay port. Enjoy free time for lunch (own expense) in this shopping and dining district before finishing tour Colonia tour at Fernando's Beach, which boasts splendid water views. Complete your day trip with the return drive to Montevideo and drop‐off at your hotel.

Colonia guided city tour from Montevideo

Visiting Colonia del Sacramento is a golden opportunity for history lovers. In fact, Colonia del Sacramento has been included in the list of Cultural Patrimonies of Humanity of Unesco since 1995, due to the Historic Quarter where there are still remains of the first Portuguese Settlement on the Plata River in 1680, as well as the Spanish heritage of the following centuries.Enjoy the historical atmosphere of the old town with its uneven stone streets, the wall and gate that closed the Colonial City, the lighthouse, and typical Portuguese and Spanish residences of the 17th and 18th centuries.You will also pass along Riverside Avenue which leads you to Real San Carlos where you can see the Bullfighting Arena built in the early 20th century. This tour also includes a visit to Granja Arenas, a traditional farm of Colonia, famous for the Museum of Collections, unique in the world, and for the jam factory where you will try delicious jams of different kinds as well as the typical Swiss made in Colonia.

Private Tour Colonia from Montevideo

Experience our Private Excursion tailored exclusively for you! Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of Uruguay as you make your way to the heart of the city. Upon your arrival, meet your seasoned tour guide, ready to lead you on an enchanting tour of Colonia. Discover the awe‐inspiring allure of Barrio Historico, marvel at the grandeur of Plaza de toros Real de San Carlos, and capture iconic moments at landmarks like Rambla de Colonia, and many more. Our excursions are meticulously designed schedule. We'll greet you directly at the hotel and ensure you return with ample time to relax and relish your day. Leave the details to us as we escort you on an extraordinary adventure, crafting memories that will stand the test of time!

Live the Montevideo Carnival like a Local Citizen

The Montevideo carnival is one of the oldest and most popular traditions in Uruguayan culture. From the last days of January to the first days of March, dozens of groups grouped into five categories (Murgas, Comedians, Parodists, Magazines and Troupes of blacks and lubolos) tour the city performing on stages called “tablados.” At the same time they participate in the Official Competition of Carnival Groups. Since the beginning of the last century, the stage has been the natural meeting place for carnival festivities. It is the expression of the popular festival, tradition and heritage of the city. It is there where great popular artists have come into contact with murguero singing, candombe and all the artistic expressions of our carnival. At night we can see between 2 and 4 shows on a stage, you will feel the carnival culture as we experience it in Montevideo and it makes many travelers visit us for these artistic expressions.

Montevideo City Small‐Group Bike Tour

Check out the sites in Montevideo on this small‐group bike tour through the city. You’ll keep costs down by sharing your guide, and you’ll still have plenty of fun along the way with new friends. Your guide will take you places you might not find on your own, as well as the famous spots like Maua Dam, Rodo Park, the Punta Carretas lighthouse, and much more.

Private Tour of Different Wineries in Montevideo

Experience our Private Excursion tailored exclusively for you! Embark on a serene journey through the picturesque landscapes of Uruguay as you make your way to the heart of the city. Upon your arrival, meet your seasoned tour guide, ready to lead you on an enchanting tour of Wineries in Montevideo. Discover the awe‐inspiring allure of Wineries, marvel at the grandeur of Montevideo, and capture iconic moments, and many more. Our excursions are meticulously designed schedule. We'll greet you directly at the hotel and ensure you return with ample time to relax and relish your day. Leave the details to us as we escort you on an extraordinary adventure, crafting memories that will stand the test of time!

Colonia del Sacramento from Montevideo

Explore the cobbled streets, reddish houses and colonial buildings of one of the most charming cities in Uruguay: Colonia del Sacramento.