The 6 Best Colonia del Sacramento Day Trips from Buenos Aires

1.Colonia Premium Day Tour From Buenos Aires

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 137 reviews · 11 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $195Our pick

Cross the Río de la Plata by fast ferry, then join a bilingual guide in Colonia del Sacramento for a short walk through its UNESCO-listed historic center. Expect sights such as Calle de los Suspiros, the old church and lighthouse, plus free time for lunch and independent wandering. Hotel transfers in central Buenos Aires are included.

“It was a good experience. Although you have to be prepared to expend at least 2 hours per via to clear migration. That was only the bad note. The tour guide was really a plus for our short visit.”

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2.Premium Day Tour to Colonia del Sacramento

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 86 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $118Best value

Take a round-trip ferry from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento, then explore on an English- or Spanish-language walking tour. The day includes lunch at Mesón de la Plaza and time to see the old town’s Portuguese museum, historic church, and lighthouse area. Past guides have included Nataly and Lubys, though guide assignments can change.

“It is a very well planned tour. We had an overall great experience. In the Ferry and specially with our tour guide Lubys, he is excellent! He not only explained the history of Colonia in an amazing way but added a lot of information about Uruguay. He made our trip well worth it! I also have to mention the Restaurant El Mesòn, our included lunch was delicious and the place is adorable. Thank you! Irma”

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3.Colonia del Sacramento: Small-Group Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 48 reviews · 12 hours · from $315

Spend a long day traveling by ferry from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento, where a local guide leads you through the UNESCO-listed Old Town. Expect Calle de los Suspiros, the city gate, lighthouse, basilica, and free time to wander or eat. Alejandra is one guide praised by name, though your guide may differ. Ferry tickets and hotel transfers are included.

“This is our first time to visit Uruguay. Our tour guild Alejandra is nice and knowledgeable, give us brief introduction about the history of Colonia… Our driver picked up us on time, Everything goes smoothly!”

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4.Premium Day Trip to Colonia del Sacramento

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $248Top rated

Leave Buenos Aires at 7:00 am with hotel pickup, ferry tickets, and help through the port process. In Colonia, a local guide such as Lily or Alejandra leads a walk through cobbled lanes, the old gate, lighthouse, and Basilica, then you have time for lunch and exploring on your own.

“The tour was excellent and worry free! They picked us up from our hotel promptly and directed us to the ferry. Our private tour guide met us as we exit the ferry in Uruguay and we had a very informative 2 hour walking tour of Colonia de Sacremento and its history. We then had about 3 hrs to enjoy the town and explore. Our tour guide then met us to accompany us back to the ferry and checkin. Once we arrived in Buenos Aires, our driver drove us back to our hotel. This tour allowed us to visit Uruguay with ease. Definitely recommend this tour!!!”

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5.Montevideo Private Full Day Tour from Buenos Aires

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 31 reviews · 18 hours (approx.) · from $545

Take an early ferry from Buenos Aires for a private, full-day tour of Montevideo. Hotel pickup, ferry tickets, a driver and a local guide are included. Expect coastal views, a sweep through several neighborhoods, time in Ciudad Vieja and lunch at your own expense. Past guides have included Beatriz, Lorenzo and Pilar.

“Great time! Our driver and guide made the trip very personable. Great balance of walking and driving!”

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6.Private Fullday Trip to Montevideo from Buenos Aires

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 16 reviews · 16 hours · from $749

Leave Buenos Aires by ferry for a private, 16-hour day in Montevideo. A local guide leads you through the Old Town and around waterfront sights, parks, Carrasco, and the Mercado Agrícola. Guides have included Patricia, Agusto, Brigitte, and Beatriz. Ferry tickets and pickup are included; meals are not.

“Beatriz explained so well the history, architecture, and culture of Uruguay. She recommended an excellent lunch option for us. The pace was great. This was an exceptional experience.”

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