Americas

Uruguay

Last updated: 2026

Uruguay is a small but remarkably diverse country, combining a relaxed Atlantic coast, historic towns, rolling countryside and a strong gaucho culture. Montevideo and Colonia del Sacramento provide the main urban and colonial highlights, while the interior offers vast open landscapes, traditional estancias and lesser-known UNESCO sites. For travelers, Uruguay is ideal for a slower-paced road trip, with a distinctive character that feels quite different from both neighboring Argentina and Brazil.