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By Sacramento Adventures
Free cancellation available
Price is €54 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Discover the magic of Colonia del Sacramento on a private walking tour through its charming Historic Quarter, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Accompanied by passionate local guides, explore one of the oldest and most picturesque cities in Uruguay while learning about its fascinating history, culture, and unique blend of Portuguese and Spanish heritage.

    Walk along cobblestone streets, admire colonial architecture, and visit the city’s most iconic landmarks, including the famous lighthouse, historic squares, ancient city walls, and hidden corners full of stories and local legends.

    Along the way, hear insights about Colonia’s strategic importance during colonial times and how the city became one of the most remarkable historical treasures in South America. Experience the authentic atmosphere of Colonia del Sacramento, discover its rich past, and enjoy a friendly and personalised experience in a small-group setting.

Activity location

  • Plaza de Armas
    • 70000, Colonia del Sacramento, Colonia Department, Uruguay

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Plaza de Armas
    • 70000, Colonia del Sacramento, Colonia Department, Uruguay

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Private UNESCO World Heritage Walking Tour - Daily: EN, PT & ES

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
€53.80 x 1 Adult€53.80
Total
Price is €53.80

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Private Walking Tour
  • Inclusions
    Explore the Historic Quarter, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Inclusions
    Exclusive local recommendations to continue exploring Colonia
  • Inclusions
    Tour guides born and raised in Colonia

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Plaza de Armas

  • 15m
Discover the ruins of the former Portuguese Governor’s House, located in the Plaza de Armas. Your guide will share the history of this colonial residence and explain its role during the Portuguese period, when Colonia del Sacramento was a strategic settlement disputed by Portugal and Spain.

Porton de Campo

  • 15m
Texto para Viator (en inglés): Before reaching the iconic Portón de Campo, we will explore the remains of the ancient defensive walls that once protected Colonia's fortified town. Your guide will explain their history and the conflicts between Portugal and Spain. We will then visit the Portón de Campo, the historic gateway dating back to 1745, with its characteristic wooden drawbridge.

La Calle de los Suspiros

  • 20m
Walk along the iconic Calle de los Suspiros, one of the most emblematic streets in Colonia del Sacramento. Here, your guide will share its history and fascinating local legends while comparing the Portuguese and Spanish architectural styles that shaped the Historic Quarter.

Faro de Colonia del Sacramento

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket not included
Discover the iconic Colonia del Sacramento Lighthouse, built in 1857 on the ruins of the 17th-century San Francisco Javier Convent. Your guide will share the fascinating history of this landmark, its connection to the city's colonial past, and its importance for navigation along the Río de la Plata.

Basilica De Santisimo Sacramento

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Before concluding the walking tour, we will discover the history of the Basilica of the Holy Sacrament, considered the oldest church in Uruguay. Originally built in 1680, the same year Colonia was founded, it has been destroyed and rebuilt several times throughout its history. Your guide will share fascinating stories about its colonial past and architectural transformations.

Centro Cultural Bastion Del Carmen

  • 20m
Discover the historic Bastión del Carmen, one of Colonia del Sacramento's cultural landmarks. Learn about its fascinating past, explore the stories behind its underground tunnels, and discover how this historic site has evolved into a cultural space overlooking the Río de la Plata.

Mercado Artesanal de Colonia

  • 20m
During our walking tour, we will pass by Colonia's Artisan Market, where you'll have the opportunity to discover locally made handicrafts, unique souvenirs, and traditional products. You'll also have some free time to browse and purchase anything you like, if you wish.

Location

Activity location

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    Plaza de Armas
    • 70000, Colonia del Sacramento, Colonia Department, Uruguay

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Plaza de Armas
    • 70000, Colonia del Sacramento, Colonia Department, Uruguay

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