Colonia del Sacramento

Based on my own experience I would recommend the following itinerary to better enjoy this destination: (02 Days / 01 Night)...

Day # 01 - Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento

-Fast Ferry Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento (50 min)
-Check IN at La Casa de los Limoneros

Day # 02 - Buenos Aires

-Relax Relax Relax
-Fast Ferry Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento (50 min)

This destination is perfect to be combined with, Carmelo , Montevideo and Punta del Este. Montevideo, city of Uruguay, take a regular Bus ( 2 hs 30 min ). Punta del Este is another ( 2 hs 30 min ) from Montevideo.

PROPOSED ITINERARY
COLONIA DEL SACRAMENTO
BY CARLOS MELIA
02 DAYS / 01 NIGHTS

BEEN THERE DONE THAT
COLONIA DEL SACRAMENTO
BY CARLOS MELIA
PHOTO @ THE OLD COURTS

History, beach and something else. Colonia de Sacramento, (Uruguay) capital of the county of Colonia, bathed by the waters of de la Plata river, only (1hs) from the city of Buenos Aires.Listed as “World Heritage“ by the UNESCO (6-XII-1995), for its cultural and natural value.

The main points of interest are located in Historical District (or casco viejo). Followi this propossed route, it will allow you to enjoy all the highlights you can’t miss: Puerta de Campo / Calle de los Suspiros / Museo Portugués / Convento de San Francisco / Museo Municipal / Casa de Nacarello / Casa del Virrey / Archivo Regional / Museo Indígena / Casa Portuguesa / Museo Español / Bastión del Carmen / Iglesia Matriz. Also minutes away is the Plaza de Toros Real de San Carlos, the Museo Paleontológico, the Arenisca and El Calabres beaches. On sunny spring or summer days, is a must walking by the promenade “Rambla Costanera” and enjoy the sights and sunsets.

+CM Colonia del Sacramento is my favorite escape from Buenos Aires, either for the day or for the weekend. More over now that after a long search I have found this amazing Guest House “ La Casa de los Limoneros “.

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A MEDITERRANEAN LOOK LIKE

TOWN ONLY AN HOUR AWAY

FROM BUENOS AIRES AND

2 HOURS FROM MONTEVIDEO.

FOR THE DAY OR OVERNIGHT

THE BEST ESCAPE.

BEEN THERE, DONE THAT
BOUTIQUE TRAVEL TO ARGENTINA / URUGUAY & NEW YORK

Photos by +CM from left to right and up to down. Live Colonia del Sacramento through the eyes of a Local and get the real experience.

> Local architecture, that resembles the portuguese and mediterranean heritage of this beautiful town.
> Cobbled stones streets a classic in Colonia del Sacramento.
> La PULPERIA DE LOS FAROLES located within the historic center of Colonia del Sacramento. Remains of a classic restaurant.
> Colonia del Sacramento Light House.

> General views of the town and the enchanted streets. Enjoy a nice outdoor lunch at any of the many cafes and bars. Try the local beer and the signature Uruguayan sandwich the “CHIVITO”.
> “ La Calle de los Suspiros ” ( Street of the Sighs ). One of the most renown streets in Colonia del Sacramento. The name is due to its beauty with the mix of the flowers, cobbled stone streets and the landmark of the Rio de la Plata in the end.

COL PHOTOS

> COLONIA GOURMET
> Gibellini
> El Drugstore
> 1717

> La Galette
> La Florida
> Lentas Maravillas

> La Bodeguita

> HOTEL
> La Casa de los Limoneros

> The Old Quater
> The Lighthouse
> Bull Fight Arena

> Old Pier

> Bastion del Carmen

> Street of the Sighs

> The Tile Museum

> Museum of Science

> The Drawbridge
> Saint Francis Convent
> Plaza Mayor

> The City’s Museum

> The Basilica

> BIKE & SCOOTERS
The best way to discover and move around the small and picturesque town of Colonia del Sacramento, is by renting a Bike or Scooter for the day.

Visit the Old Quarter, drive along the Rio de la Plata promenade and learn about the famous Spanish matador Ricardo Torres “ Bombita “ who used to amaze the crowds in the bull fights that took place between 1910 an 1912.