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Planning a day trip from Buenos Aires? Discover why Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay, is one of South America's best-kept travel secrets. Wander cobblestone streets, explore a UNESCO World Heritage Site, enjoy waterfront cafés, and continue your adventure to Punta del Este and other unforgettable destinations in Uruguay.

Most travelers never make it across the Río de la Plata to Montevideo—and that's exactly why you should. Just a short ferry ride from Buenos Aires, Uruguay's laid-back capital offers beautiful waterfront promenades, historic neighborhoods, vibrant markets, and a slower pace that's refreshingly different. If you're looking for an unforgettable South American side trip without the crowds, Montevideo may be your favorite hidden discovery.

NOW A QUAINT little tourist town in southwestern Uruguay, Colonia del Sacramento has a rich and stormy history.