Barrio Histórico Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Barrio Histórico
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

Convent of San Francisco
Beneath the lighthouse, walk around the maze of pathways and walls of these ancient ruins, which have survived after several centuries.

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

From Montevideo Colonia del Sacramento Full Day

Unforgettable Day Tour in Colonia del Sacramento

Full Day Sacrament Colony Tour

Walking Tour in Group in Colonia del Sacramento
Our pick of the best Barrio Histórico Hotel Deals

Don Antonio Posada
Very cute hotel. Staff were great. Nice location to the old town, lots of restaurants and shopping.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Casa Lahusen
Exc hotel para hospedarse, cerquita de todo, exc ubicacion, y el trato del team fue increible. 10/10
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Posada Plaza Mayor
Awesome
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Charco Hotel
The property was lovely and in a great spot within the town.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

Posada El Capullo
A charming building on a charming street. One block from everything.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 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 11 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barrio Histórico

Real de San Carlos
While visiting Real de San Carlos, you might make a stop by sights like San Benito Chapel and Paleontological Museum.


