Uruguay Attraction + Coastal Pictures

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South America’s hidden gem has a historic capital and colonial towns, sprawling countryside, exclusive beach resorts and bohemian surf spots.

Beaches, watersports, island tours, nightlife and celebrity-spotting make this one of the most exclusive coastal resorts in South America.

Cobblestone streets, colorful houses, museums and beaches make this one of the most popular towns on Uruguay’s west coast.

Climb to the top of this 19th-century lighthouse to enjoy sweeping views. Experience a slice of Punta del Este’s maritime history.

Visit the location of the first soccer World Cup, spot historic soccer memorabilia and artefacts or attend concerts by well-known international artists. 

Revel in the artistic atmosphere and gaze at serene sunsets in this relaxed little resort town, home to the famous Casapueblo architectural masterpiece.

Visit the location of the first soccer World Cup, spot historic soccer memorabilia and artefacts or attend concerts by well-known international artists. 

Visit the location of the first soccer World Cup, spot historic soccer memorabilia and artefacts or attend concerts by well-known international artists. 

South America’s hidden gem has a historic capital and colonial towns, sprawling countryside, exclusive beach resorts and bohemian surf spots.

Beaches, watersports, island tours, nightlife and celebrity-spotting make this one of the most exclusive coastal resorts in South America.

Cobblestone streets, colorful houses, museums and beaches make this one of the most popular towns on Uruguay’s west coast.

Admire the wonderful views from the observation deck of this lighthouse, which holds an important role in La Paloma’s maritime history.

Beaches, watersports, island tours, nightlife and celebrity-spotting make this one of the most exclusive coastal resorts in South America.

Explore this museum to learn how the Spanish settlers lived in Colonia del Sacramento in the 17th and 18th centuries.

Once a sleepy fishing village, this coastal resort is one of Uruguay’s prime backpacker destinations where surfing, sunbathing and nature walks take top billing. 

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

The 360-degree view from the summit of this historic 19th-century lighthouse incorporates the entire city and the Río de la Plata.

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

Discover public art, rolling waves, surf schools and wonderful sunrises at this family-friendly beach on Punta del Este’s Atlantic coastline. 

The 360-degree view from the summit of this historic 19th-century lighthouse incorporates the entire city and the Río de la Plata.

The 360-degree view from the summit of this historic 19th-century lighthouse incorporates the entire city and the Río de la Plata.

With skeletons of prehistoric beasts and antique relics from the first days of the colonial era, this museum is the oldest in the city. 

Once a sleepy fishing village, this coastal resort is one of Uruguay’s prime backpacker destinations where surfing, sunbathing and nature walks take top billing. 

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