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Explore the historic center of Colonia del Sacramento, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with a local guide. Walked through cobblestone streets, discovered hidden corners and learned fascinating stories of the Portuguese and Spanish past of the city.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The guide will be present in the main square which is in the center of the historic neighborhood
Itinerary
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1Barrio Historico
Your professional guide, registered with the Ministry of Tourism, will meet you at Plaza Mayor in Colonia del Sacramento’s Historic Quarter to kick off a unique experience. During the tour, you will discover the main historical and cultural attractions of the Southern Quarter, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will walk through its charming cobblestone streets, surrounded by colonial architecture, and learn stories that marked the identity of the city. Explore iconic landmarks such as the iconic Calle de los Sigurs, the ancient stone wall, the Puerta de Campo and the Cologne Lighthouse. There will also be time to take pictures in the most picturesque and memorable corners of the neighborhood. As an additional experience, you can pre-coordinate a mate tasting during the tour, to learn more about this tradition so representative of Uruguayan culture.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Porton de Campo
Portuguese stone construction that was used as protection from 1745.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Faro de Colonia del Sacramento
Lighthouse built in 1857 to avoid shipwrecks, still in function and is also an attraction for tourism and can be visited
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
4La Calle de los Suspiros
Typical Portuguese street that teaches us human history and perfect corners for a photograph
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Basilica del Santisimo Sacramento
Basilica built in 1697 with different reconstructions, currently baptisms, weddings and masses are performed there
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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