Top five things to do in Uruguay

1. Explore the wine route of Colonia

One of Uruguay’s most charming wine routes is Carmelo and Colonia. Exploring the cobblestone streets of Colonia del Sacramento offers a glimpse into the Uruguay of yesteryear, with its classic cars and colonial architecture. The wine route is equally quaint, with a host of boutique wineries including El Legado, Pueblo Tannat and Narbona offering memorable visits, and Los Cerros de San Juan proudly claiming its place as the oldest winery in Uruguay.

2. Discover the wine bars and culture of Montevideo

Montevideo is one of the calmest and coolest capital cities in the world. Easy to explore on foot, with much of the city connected by the rambla coastal path, it is a joy to wander through during the day and evening, hopping between cafés, restaurants and bars. Best for wine are Viti wine bar in the old town and City Winery for an immersive wine tasting experience. And don’t miss out on Montevideo’s tango scene.

3. Traverse Maldonado

Maldonado has become one of Uruguay’s key wine regions for its quality, but also for its fantastic wine tourism. The beaches and beach bars have been drawing crowds for decades, but more recently visitors are increasingly drawn inland to visit the growing host of wineries. If you want to linger longer in wine country, try the wine lodges of Sacromonte and Luz Culinary Wine Lodge.

4. Dive into Uruguay’s wine history in Canelones and Montevideo

You cannot miss visiting the biggest wine region in the country, and with over a hundred wineries in Canelones, you could take your time here! It is an easy drive from Montevideo, but there are also a host of overnight stays at wineries that enrich the experience, from enjoying the wine barrel hot tub at Bracco Bosca’s vineyard lodge to sleeping in an ancient wine vat at Spinoglio’s innovative wine hotel.

5. Stay for Carnival

The perfect time to visit Uruguay is Carnival – the longest carnival in the world, stretching for more than 40 days! The peak month is February, which is also when to experience some of Uruguay’s best summer weather. Expect dance, theatre and music, and don’t miss the incredible experience of Uruguayan candombe.

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