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    Atlántida
  Cabo Polonio
  Chuy
  La Barra / José Ignacio
  La Paloma
  La Pedrera
  Maldonado
  Minas
  Piriapolis
  Punta del Diablo
  Punta del Este
  Valizas / Aguas Dulces
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Chuy Minas Punta del Diablo Valizas / Aguas Dulces Cabo Polonio La Barra / José Ignacio Punta del Este Piriápolis Maldonado Atlántida La Pedrera La Paloma

The Beaches

e display the beauty of the sea in this corridor made up by: Atlántida, Minas, Maldonado, Piriápolis, Punta del Este, La Barra, José Ignacio, La Paloma, La Pedrera, Cabo Polonio, Valizas, Aguas Dulces, Punta del Diablo and Chuy. Each of these beaches has a style of their own for all visitors to find themselves at ease on the Uruguayan coast.

Atlántida and Piriápolis are the two oldest bathing resorts. The former continues to be the most popular choice amongst the Uruguayan, with a family atmosphere and a balanced combination of woodlands and beaches. The latter treasures dreamed-of seaside sceneries and the highest hill in the country along with a top-of-the-line hotel infrastructure which stood out in the old days.

The unquestionable glamour of Punta del Este has caused it to be nicknamed “the pearl of Uruguay”. Every year, the most select foreign tourists enjoy its white sandy beaches and its sea, more peaceful in the area known as La Mansa and more violent at La Brava. International chain hotels and the highest quality services complete the exclusive offer made by the city. Maldonado, which lies a short distance away, is the administrative center of Punta del Este. It stands out for its neat colonial architecture.

The singular undulated bridge of Punta del Este leads to La Barra and José Ignacio, which also show a trend during the Uruguayan summer. Always on fashion, La Barra is the destination chosen by celebrities. Farther away, José Ignacio is a paradisiacal nook for those who wish to relax by the sea.
La Pedrera, La Paloma and Cabo Polonio are the quietest options to spend the summer days beholding magical sunsets. In turn, Valizas, Aguas Dulces and the picturesque fishermen village called Punta del Diablo are other pleasant alternatives.

On the Northern end, there lies the district of Chuy, which borders on Brazil. As it is a tax-free area, it represents a huge commercial exchange center. In addition to this outstanding feature, it displays beaches where the Atlantic Ocean, palm trees and lagoons which embellish the surroundings of the city are appreciated. 
Recommended activities Total: 94 tours and excursions.  
So Modern and So Old
Piriápolis
Maldonado
So Modern and So Old

Piriápolis was the first resort in Uruguay. The blend of calm sea and the most aristocratic architecture of the Uruguayan/Argentinian society of the time gave life to this...
 
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Family Comes First
Minas
Lavalleja
Family Comes First

The journey takes about an hour from Minas and allows visitors to see the first resort city in the country: Piriápolis. The hills, the sea and the Uruguayan / Argentinian...
 
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Dressed to be liked
Maldonado
Maldonado
Dressed to be liked

Every summer in Punta del Este, fashion, parades, what is best, in or out is part of the daily life. There is no doubt it is “the” place to be in Uruguay, a few minutes from...
 
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