Barrio Histórico Travel Guide
Colonia del Sacramento





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Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

Casa Nacarello
A charming pink house offers visitors a realistic glimpse into the lives of the 18th-century European colonial settlers in Uruguay.

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.

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.
Things to do

Unforgettable Day Tour in Colonia del Sacramento

Full Day Sacrament Colony Tour

Premium Day Tour to Colonia del Sacramento

From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day

Promo Walking Tour from April to September
Top hotels in Barrio Histórico

Posada Plaza Mayor
This hotel was beautiful! Nestled in the center of the old district the building was beautiful and the rooms well laid out and decorated. The breakfast was lovely (but we wished we had eggs). Would definitely stay there again!
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Don Antonio Posada
Truly happy with the facilities, friendly and professional staff always willing to help, I will come back.
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Casa Lahusen
This hotel had Beautiful spacious rooms with tall ceilings that maintained the charm of the old town.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Charco Hotel
Highly recommend this romantic gem in the most beautiful and historic area of Colonia!
Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Posada El Capullo
Clean room. Staff are very helpful. Property is clean and has a pool on site. Breakfast is good. Nice garden by the pool for relaxing.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025

Viajero Colonia Hostel
The place was beautiful with a nice view.
Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barrio Histórico

Real de San Carlos
While visiting Real de San Carlos, you might make a stop by sights like San Benito Chapel and Paleontological Museum.

