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Ferrando Beach
Located next to lakes and a small forest, this scenic sandy beach receives a refreshing breeze from the south.
Colonia del Sacramento Lighthouse
The 360-degree view from the summit of this historic 19th-century lighthouse incorporates the entire city and the Río de la Plata.
Rio de la Plata
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rio de la Plata during your travels in Colonia del Sacramento. Make time to visit the monuments and cathedral while you're in the area.
Street of Sighs
See if the unusual name fits as you stroll down this iconic cobblestone street and its antique buildings dating back several centuries.
Calabres Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Calabres Beach during your travels in Colonia del Sacramento? Discover the museums and cathedral in this walkable area.
Casa Nacarello
A charming pink house offers visitors a realistic glimpse into the lives of the 18th-century European colonial settlers in Uruguay.
Colonia del Sacramento Plaza Major
This plaza is home to some of the most recognizable landmarks in the city and is surrounded by charming cobblestone streets that date back to the 17th century.
Convent of San Francisco
Beneath the lighthouse, walk around the maze of pathways and walls of these ancient ruins, which have survived after several centuries.
Colonia del Sacramento Plaza de Armas
Take a relaxing stroll through the trees and cobblestone streets of the plaza that lays claim to one of the oldest churches in Uruguay.
Areas of Colonia del Sacramento
Barrio Histórico
If you're spending some time in Barrio Histórico, Rio de la Plata and Casa Nacarello are top sights worth seeing.
Real de San Carlos
While visiting Real de San Carlos, you might make a stop by sights like Paleontological Museum and Museum of Shipwrecks and Treasures.