Barrio Histórico Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Barrio Histórico
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.

Casa Nacarello
A charming pink house offers visitors a realistic glimpse into the lives of the 18th-century European colonial settlers in Uruguay.
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
nice, clean room. pretty hotel, pleasant staff. good location, 5min walk to old town. 15min walk to ferry terminal. a mini supermarket around the corner.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Posada Plaza Mayor
I stayed only one night and I really liked the hotel, the staff are friendly and helpful. The hotel is very cozy, clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Charco Hotel
We absolutely loved Charco. The rooms and facility are amazing and beautiful.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Posada El Capullo
Clean room. Staff are very helpful. Property is clean and has a pool on site. Breakfast is good. Nice garden by the pool for relaxing.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025

Casa Lahusen
Very friendly and welcoming staff. Great shower, breakfast and wifi. Lovely property
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

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 Paleontological Museum and Museum of Shipwrecks and Treasures.


