Explore Colonia del Sacramento’s historic charm with a walking tour. Discover ancient architecture, stone streets, and a city frozen in time.
Explore Colonia del Sacramento’s historic charm with a walking tour. Discover ancient architecture, stone streets, and a city frozen in time.
- La Calle de los Suspiros - A historic street known for the arrival of goods and weaponry. It was once a brothel settlement, slave house, and goods control point, leading to the Plaza Mayor.
- Plaza Mayor - The heart of the Village’s Political and Commercial Society. It serves as a hub between the wholesale market and the port, traditionally…
- La Calle de los Suspiros - A historic street known for the arrival of goods and weaponry. It was once a brothel settlement, slave house, and goods control point, leading to the Plaza Mayor.
- Plaza Mayor - The heart of the Village’s Political and Commercial Society. It serves as a hub between the wholesale market and the port, traditionally home to artisans. It is a platform for livestock trade and a crossroads of customs and practices. Offers a central view of the Monastery and the Viceroy’s house.
- Bastion de San Pedro - The southernmost point of the country, featuring the Mast with the national flag. It controls boat traffic in the bay and has a visual connection with the bastions of San Miguel and Santa Rita, protectors of the bay.
- Basilica del Santisimo Sacramento - Dating back to 1680, it was constructed with stones from the coast and served as a military refuge and field hospital. It includes gardens and a parish cemetery. Visitors can explore the entrance, bell towers, and main altar.
- Plaza de Armas - A military settlement and residence for the Governor. It features descriptions of the buildings, stable, watchtower, and carriage movement.
- Faro de Colonia del Sacramento - Built in 1753 behind the ruins of the Monastery of San Francisco Xavier from 1680, the lighthouse of Cologne works in tandem with the Farallon Island lighthouse, guiding ships into the navigable area.
- Walled city walk
- Sighting of bastions
- Visit of historical sites
- Visit of market
- Walled city walk
- Sighting of bastions
- Visit of historical sites
- Visit of market
- Lunch
- entrances to the lighthouse and museums
- Lunch
- entrances to the lighthouse and museums
Upon arrival in this historic walled city, one will discover a place that, in 1680, attracted the attention of the Portuguese crown. Military and civilian envoys were sent to observe Spanish ships navigating through Buenos Aires in search of gold, silver, and precious stones. Visitors will experience the era’s rudimentary structures, handcrafted roofs,…
Upon arrival in this historic walled city, one will discover a place that, in 1680, attracted the attention of the Portuguese crown. Military and civilian envoys were sent to observe Spanish ships navigating through Buenos Aires in search of gold, silver, and precious stones. Visitors will experience the era’s rudimentary structures, handcrafted roofs, lanterns, and stone streets with natural drainage systems. This city, frozen in time, is beautifully preserved with its military field gate, drawbridge, and gunboats.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.