Uruguay sits between Argentina and Brazil with a quieter beach scene at José Ignacio and Punta del Este, the colonial smuggling port of Colonia, and Montevideo's tango bars on the Rambla.
Highlights
Montevideo
Punta del Este
Colonia
José Ignacio
When to Visit
Dec-Mar
Punta del Este peak with Argentine and Brazilian beach crowds, and José Ignacio's stripped-back chic at maximum exclusivity.
Apr-May
Coast quieting, asado season indoors continues, and Colonia del Sacramento's cobblestones pleasant before winter chill.
Jun-Aug
Cool damp winter with Montevideo's milongas and tango bars at their most local, and the candombe Carnival rehearsals starting in conventillos.
Sep-Nov
Spring shoulder reopening the coast, wineries around Carmelo at peak greenery, and Montevideo's Rambla cycling pleasant.
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