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Things to see in Punta del Este (Uruguay): 10 places and when to go
Punta del Este is a city in Uruguay with around 159,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 10 places in and around it, mainly Beaches (3), Architecture (2), Temples (2). The best known are Punta del Este Lighthouse, Isla de Lobos Lighthouse and Brava beach. The best time to come is October to April; also possible: May to September. In December there are 14 h 20 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 40. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Uruguay · -34.97, -54.95
- Population
- About 159,000
- Places
- 10 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Beaches (3) · Architecture (2) · Temples (2) · Museums and art (1) · History (1) · Food and drink (1)
- Best time
- October to April.
- Also possible
- May to September.
- Nearest airport
- PDP Punta del Este, 18 km as the crow flies
What to see in Punta del Este
The places in and around Punta del Este, 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.
- Punta del Este LighthouseLighthouse in Uruguay196 m
- Isla de Lobos LighthouseLighthouse in Uruguay8.6 km
- Brava beachBeach in Punta del Este, Uruguay5.3 km
- Mansa beachBeach in Punta del Este, Uruguay2.7 km
- Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria, Punta del EsteChurch building in Punta del Este, Uruguay121 m
- Beit Yaacov Synagogue, Punta del EsteSynagogue in Uruguay1.7 km
- Ralli MuseumContemporary art museum in Punta del Este5.0 km
- Honda BeachBeach in Maldonado, Uruguay2.7 km
- HMS Ajax1934 Leander-class light cruiser382 m
- Vinos de MundoWinery3.4 km
When to go to Punta del Este
The best time to visit Punta del Este 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 time14:06
- FebBest time13:16
- MarBest time12:16
- AprBest time11:07
- MayPossible10:10
- JunPossible9:40
- JulPossible9:52
- AugPossible10:41
- SepPossible11:48
- OctBest time12:54
- NovBest time13:52
- DecBest time14:20
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In December there are 14 h 20 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 40. In January, 10 of the 10 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 Punta del Este
The nearest main airport is Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport (PDP, Punta del Este), 18 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
- Maldonado, Uruguay30 places6.7 km
- Minas, Uruguay60 places72 km
- Aiguá28 places88 km
- Montevideo127 places112 km
- Castillos8 places136 km
- Treinta y Tres6 places201 km
And all of Uruguay, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Punta del Este?
The best known: Punta del Este Lighthouse, Isla de Lobos Lighthouse, Brava beach, Mansa beach, Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria, Punta del Este. In all, 10 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Punta del Este?
October to April; also possible: May to September. In December there are 14 h 20 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 40.
How do you get to Punta del Este?
The nearest main airport is Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport (PDP), 18 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Punta del Este as the destination and these 10 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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