Blessed Light
The history of the Colonia del Sacramento Lighthouse is unforgettable both for its neighbors and for the countless vessels it has guided. Today, it is a must visit.
Colonia Nueva Helvecia, Swiss from All Points of View
Visiting Colonia Suiza Nueva Helvecia is one of the typical tours leaving from Colonia del Sacramento. This small village founded by Swiss immigrants features a beauty beyond compare.
Museum of Shipwrecks and Treasures
The waters of the Río de la Plata shelter invaluable treasures of galleons, gold and legends that have reached our day. Nowadays, many of them are part of a novel museum.
The Best Fondue in Uruguay
There is a place in the District of Nueva Helvecia called Granja Hotel Suizo where visitors may taste one of the best fondue in the country.
The Bulls in Real San Carlos
A few minutes from Colonia del Sacramento a wonderful treasure of bulls and bullfights can be discovered by any tourist. In order to understand it though, it is necessary to go back in time.
The Magical Island
Martín García Island is a magical island. Under Argentinian jurisdiction at present, but lying only 3.5 kilometers away from the Uruguayan shores, its nature and history make this place totally...
The Museums of Colonia del Sacramento
Colonia del Sacramento preserves a unique treasure which may be discovered as strolling around its cobbled streets: the museums.
Those were the Days
Located in Colonia Suiza Nueva Helvecia, 50 kilometers away from Colonia del Sacramento, we found the first tourist hotel ever built in Uruguay. Of course, it was a long time ago.
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In Welcome Uruguay, museums are a part of the philosophy of every dweller. Therefore, they represent a tourist attraction for visitors to this beautiful destination. This section features the venues located all throughout the three regions that make up the country and invite visitors to the website to get immersed in their particular world.