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South America’s most relaxed corner

Uruguay

South America’s most relaxed and progressive country — a laid-back capital, glitzy beach resorts, gaucho ranches, and great steak and wine.

— · — — °C Best: Dec–Mar (summer beaches)

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Avenida 18 de Julio in the heart of Montevideo

The beach and high-rises of Punta del Este

A cobbled lane in the colonial old town of Colonia del Sacramento

Capital

Montevideo

Language

Spanish

Currency

UYU (Uruguayan Peso)

Power

220 V · plug type C, F, L

Best time

Dec–Mar (summer beaches)

Now in Montevideo

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Icons of Uruguay

What makes Uruguay, Uruguay

Seafront Rambla

Glamour Beaches

Colonial Old Towns

Gaucho Ranches

Steak & Wine

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Gear up

Travel gear for Uruguay

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Plan & book

Get to Uruguay & get around

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Do & see

Things to do in Uruguay

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Before you go

Travel essentials

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Where to go

Notable places in Uruguay

Avenida 18 de Julio in the heart of Montevideo

Montevideo

A breezy seafront capital of a long rambla, the old town, and a famous Sunday market.

The beach and high-rises of Punta del Este

Punta del Este

The continent’s glamorous summer beach playground.

A cobbled lane in the colonial old town of Colonia del Sacramento

Colonia del Sacramento

A cobbled UNESCO Portuguese colonial town across the river from Buenos Aires.

The big picture

About Uruguay

South America’s most relaxed and progressive country — a laid-back capital, glitzy beach resorts, gaucho ranches, and great steak and wine.

Source: Wikipedia · CC BY-SA 4.0

The lighthouse and dunes of remote Cabo Polonio

Before you fly

Visa info

Uruguay visa: Many nationalities (US, UK, EU, Canada, Australia) enter visa-free for up to 90 days. Confirm before travel.

Visa rules change frequently. Always confirm with the official Uruguayan immigration authorities for your nationality before booking flights.

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