Uruguay: Colonia, a Family Winery, and Montevideo
Uruguay wasn’t a place I knew much about before I landed there, and it ended up being one of the most quietly charming stops on my South America trip.
Colonia
Colonia del Sacramento is the cutest little town, accessible by ferry from Buenos Aires, Argentina. It’s full of old cars, historical architecture, and streets in vibrant colors and soft pastels, the kind of place where you turn a corner every few minutes and want to stop and take another photo.
Bodegas Carrau Winery
From Colonia, we visited Bodegas Carrau Winery, where we learned all about how the family runs their business: the history, the challenges, domestic sales, and importation. We toured the winery grounds and finished with an amazing tasting, the kind of afternoon that makes you slow down and appreciate how much work goes into a single bottle.
Montevideo
I loved Montevideo. It felt much less crowded than Buenos Aires, and a lot cleaner, safer, and more active. A beach lines the entire city, and it’s always full of people out walking, running, and enjoying the coastline. It was the perfect, relaxed way to close out the trip.
Between Colonia’s colonial charm, a family winery, and Montevideo’s easygoing energy, Uruguay turned out to be a country I’d happily return to.
Frequently asked questions
How do you get to Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay?
Colonia is accessible by ferry from Buenos Aires, Argentina, making it an easy day trip or overnight stop for travelers in the region.
What is Bodegas Carrau Winery known for?
It’s a family-run winery in Uruguay offering tours and tastings, with a long history of domestic wine production.
Is Montevideo safe and walkable for travelers?
Yes, Montevideo felt notably clean, safe, and easy to explore on foot, with a beach promenade that runs along much of the city.
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