Walking tour around Colonia del Sacramento Old Town
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Discover the Old Town of Colonia del Sacramento with an official guide who will tell you the history and curiosities of each place, in addition to recommending the best restaurants and activities in the city and the area. We will walk through the Field Gate, "La Calle de los Suspiros", the lighthouse, the yacht harbor and the church, among others.
The walking tour lasts approximately 1:30 hours and is done in small groups. It starts at "La Fuente Portuguesa", next to the church "Basílica del Santísimo Sacramento", and follows a circular route through the Old Town, ending at the starting point.
Colonia del Sacramento is a picturesque and welcoming city, a must-see when visiting Uruguay or Buenos Aires. It can be seen in just one day, but it is recommended to spend a night to enjoy one of the best sunsets in Uruguay and walk through the Old town under the warm light of the typical lanterns from Colonia.
Hope to see you soon!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Faro de Colonia del Sacramento
Lighouse of the year 1857
La Calle de los Suspiros
Famous portuguese street with original portuguese houses.
Options
Barrio histórico en español
Walking tour in English
What‘s Included
Personalized recommendations for your trip
Private transportation
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
220 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great introduction to the city
joshuataylortravel,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We liked the history, it was a good length in time for us to understand/introduction to the town and be able to go and visit other places of interest after the tour and spend more time walking around.
Excellent
dapeca,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I booked for Viator. The tour was very pleasant and excellent for those who want to deepen into the rich history of the city of Colonia. The Idoia guide is very friendly and demonstrated a lot of knowledge about all aspects of the city (history, architecture, gastronomic tips etc.). Although he does not speak Portuguese, his Spanish is very easy to understand. I recommend.
This tour is a MUST do!
Guenevere L,May 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour is run by an independent guide, Iodia. She is super friendly and knowledgeable. I ask a lot of questions and she was able to answer all of them. She is able to guide and be conversant at the same time. We had 5 people on our tour and she encouraged pictures and questions. Her English is excellent. She is easy to understand and speaks clearly. Colonia is a small area- easily walkable but you would miss a lot if you did not take the tour. Highly recommended.
A great tour for curious travelers
nagia28,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really enjoyed this tour! The guide was very friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely enthusiastic about sharing the city’s history and culture. She was also very patient and eager to answer my many questions, which made the experience feel personal and engaging rather than rushed or scripted. I learned a lot and would definitely recommend this tour to others.
Touristing
colucci981,May 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00I spent the day in Colonia del Sacramento and it was a very pleasant experience. The city is charming, quiet and with excellent cuisine. An important point is to take agasalho, because by being near the river the climate becomes much cooler, especially in the late afternoon. The sunset is simply beautiful and makes the walk even more special. The ferry trip from Buenos Aires is super fast and comfortable. On the return, walking through the quiet streets to the boarding point was a very enjoyable and relaxing experience. A walk that is well worth it!
Idoia is a fantastic...
William M,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Idoia is a fantastic guide. Her enthusiasm and love for Colonia really come through in her tour. She is very knowledgeable and happily answered questions on any topic — including the bizarre Buquebus ferry that looks like Sauron’s yacht for sailing around Mordor. She seems to know everyone in town, including the town dogs. She also gave us a great lunch recommendation, a place we would never have found otherwise.
Great tour!
Alison M,May 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved our tour with Idoia. She was extremely knowledgeable, personable and taught us so much. Would highly recommend!
Idoia the guide was very...
theodros t,May 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Idoia the guide was very knowledgeable and more importantly very personable. We had a good experience.
Recommended experience
MarPezzuchi,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It is always nice to know the history of the places you visit, it was a great experience to do it with the Idoia guide 👏🏻
Fascinating history brought to life
Siphilisiwe N,May 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Idoia was an incredible guide. I was alone with her on the tour which actually made it extra special. So glad this tour with her. She really is a great storyteller, I was fully engaged and amazed at her knowledge of the history and interesting facts. I’d recommend her to anyone thinking about learning more. Thanks so much. Loved it.
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