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Things to see in Colonia del Sacramento (Uruguay): 16 places and when to go
Colonia del Sacramento is a town in Uruguay, and this site lists 16 places in and around it, mainly Museums and art (10), History (3), Architecture (2). The best known are Basílica del Santísimo Sacramento, Colonia del Sacramento, Colonia del Sacramento Lighthouse and Farallón Island Lighthouse. The best time to come is October to April; also possible: May to September. In December there are 14 h 18 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 42. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Uruguay · -34.48, -57.84
- Places
- 16 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Museums and art (10) · History (3) · Architecture (2) · Temples (1) · Nature (1) · Wildlife (1)
- Best time
- October to April.
- Also possible
- May to September.
- Nearest airport
- MVD Ciudad de la Costa, 171 km as the crow flies
What to see in Colonia del Sacramento
The places in and around Colonia del Sacramento, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Basílica del Santísimo Sacramento, Colonia del SacramentoCultural heritage monument of Uruguay1.4 km
- Colonia del Sacramento LighthouseLighthouse in Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay1.4 km
- Farallón Island LighthouseLighthouse in Uruguay7.2 km
- Plaza de toros Real de San CarlosDerelict bull ring in Uruguay5.4 km
- Museo Paleontologico “Armando Calcaterra”Museum4.9 km
- Historic Quarter of the City of Colonia del SacramentoHistoric district and World Heritage Site in Uruguay1.5 km
- Indigenous SpaceMuseum1.5 km
- Museo TournMuseum16 km
- Gate of Colonia del SacramentoGateway to the old town of Colonia del Sacramento1.3 km
- Casa de NacarelloBuilding in Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay1.4 km
- Portuguese MuseumMuseum in Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay1.3 km
- Regional History ArchiveMuseum1.4 km
- Space Doctor Bautista RebuffoMuseum1.4 km
- Spanish SpaceMuseum1.5 km
- Telegraph SpaceMuseum1.5 km
- Tile Museum (Colonia)Museum in Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay1.5 km
When to go to Colonia del Sacramento
The best time to visit Colonia del Sacramento is October to April; also possible: May to September. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time14:04
- FebBest time13:15
- MarBest time12:15
- AprBest time11:08
- MayPossible10:12
- JunPossible9:42
- JulPossible9:54
- AugPossible10:42
- SepPossible11:48
- OctBest time12:53
- NovBest time13:50
- DecBest time14:18
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In December there are 14 h 18 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 42. In January, 16 of the 16 places are at their best.
When to go to Uruguay in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Colonia del Sacramento
The nearest main airport is Carrasco General Cesáreo L. Berisso International Airport (MVD, Ciudad de la Costa), 171 km as the crow flies. How to get around Uruguay (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Maldonado, Uruguay30 places268 km
- Punta del Este10 places270 km
- Aiguá28 places286 km
And all of Uruguay, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Colonia del Sacramento?
The best known: Basílica del Santísimo Sacramento, Colonia del Sacramento, Colonia del Sacramento Lighthouse, Farallón Island Lighthouse, Plaza de toros Real de San Carlos, Museo Paleontologico “Armando Calcaterra”. In all, 16 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Colonia del Sacramento?
October to April; also possible: May to September. In December there are 14 h 18 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 42.
How do you get to Colonia del Sacramento?
The nearest main airport is Carrasco General Cesáreo L. Berisso International Airport (MVD), 171 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Colonia del Sacramento as the destination and these 16 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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