Barrio Histórico
Colonia del Sacramento





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Popular places to visit

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.

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.

Porton de Campo
After being built over 270 years ago by a Portuguese governor to protect the city from potential enemies, this gate and drawbridge are still standing.

Indian Museum
Housed in a 19th-century building, this museum contains antiques from the indigenous people of Uruguay that date back thousands of years.
Things to do

Full Day Sacrament Colony Tour

From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day

Unforgettable Day Tour in Colonia del Sacramento

Colonia del Sacramento: Classic Walking Tour in Group
Top hotels in Barrio Histórico

Don Antonio Posada
The architecture, the location and the flavored fruit water during the day.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

Posada Plaza Mayor
Very nice. Thank you
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

Charco Hotel
Chic hotel. Attentive staff. Great breakfast on desk overlooking La Plata. Windows opened fresh air.
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Casa Lahusen
The house is an historic mansion that has been modernized but kept all the charm of the past. The ceilings in the lobby are at least 15 feet high! Our room was big and had huge windows on both sides, which was beautiful. A suggestion to the management: put blackout shades on the window side that ...
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026

Posada El Capullo
A charming building on a charming street. One block from everything.
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

Viajero Colonia Hostel
Espectacular lugar, me senti super bien atendido y me permitio cono cer otros viajeros, la ubicacion esta super buena ya que esta en el centro de la ciudad y te permite poder ir caminando o en bicicleta a los lugales desinterés
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barrio Histórico

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.


