9-Hour Punta del Este Tour from Montevideo with Casapueblo

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Discover the artistic beauty of Casapueblo in Punta Ballena
• 02 Explore Punta del Este's lighthouse, port area, and residential neighbourhoods
• 03 Enjoy the iconic La Mano monument and La Barra town with the Wavy Bridge
• 04 Experience the city centre and Gorlero Avenue with opportunities for shopping and photography

Discover the charm of Punta del Este on this full-day guided tour from Montevideo. Visit Casapueblo in Punta Ballena and admire the unique architecture of one of Carlos Páez Vilaró's most remarkable works. Explore the peninsula with stops at the Monument to the Hand, the Lighthouse, the Anchor, the residential neighbourhoods, downtown, and the port area. Continue to La Barra to see the Wavy Bridge, and enjoy free time on Gorlero Avenue for shopping or lunch while taking in beautiful coastal views throughout the day.

Visit Casapueblo in Punta Ballena and admire the unique architecture of one of Carlos Páez Vilaró's most remarkable works.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Montevideo, Punta del Este

Languages English, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Full-Day Punta del Este and La Barra Tour

• We will pick you up early in the morning and drive to the eastern area of our country to visit Punta del Este.
• Our first stop will be in Punta Ballena to visit Casapueblo, one of the most remarkable architectural works by Carlos Páez Vilaró.
• Explore the Punta del Este peninsula, visiting the Monument to the Hand, the Lighthouse, the Anchor, and the city centre.
• Walk through the residential neighbourhoods and the port area for sightseeing and photographs.
• Visit La Barra town and admire the Wavy Bridge.
• Enjoy free time for shopping or lunch on Gorlero Avenue before returning to Montevideo.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• A/C sedan or van, depending on group size
• Separate professional driver
• Services of a tour guide in English, Portuguese, or Spanish

What's Not Included

• Tickets, food, and drinks

What to bring

• Comfortable and safe footwear
• Clothing appropriate for the weather
• Sunscreen in summer

Know before you go

• Punta del Este is the main beach resort and a city with vibrant year-round activity.
• Its high quality of life and natural beauty attract tourists, businesspeople, conferences, and musical events.
• It is 2.5 hours away from Montevideo.
• The roads are in very good condition.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Pickup can be coordinated at the passengers' hotel or wherever they prefer.

Tour start

Punta del Este, Maldonado Department, Uruguay

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.