Colonia del Sacramento

Ferry, day trip or overnight to Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay 

Buquebus Cost USD 208 return on website The Buquebus terminal is located in Puerto Madero and has free wifi

Colonia Express ARS 5901 130USD

The ferries depart from the Terminal Internacional de Cruceros on Ave. Inmigrantes in Buenos Aires. When you travel, you must arrive at least 30 minutes in advance, since you’ll be clearing Argentinean customs and immigration, which includes checking your finger prints.

The easiest way to get there is to take an Uber, especially if you have a suitcase. From the neighbourhood of Palermo it cost us just £3.30 GBP / $4.20 USD. (Jan 2019) It takes around 20-25 minutes from most central neighbourhoods. Be sure you go to the right terminal of Buenos Aires Ferry Port. Because the Buquebus and Seacat terminals are at the top of Puerto Madero and the Colonia Express terminal is at the bottom, a 45 minute walk away.

600 Meters from Ferry to Hotel


Colonia del Sacramento founded in 1680 by Portuguese and Rio de Janeiro governor Manuel Lobo, anxious to consolidate business with Spanish speaking America. It sees a fusion of Spanish, Portuguese and post-colonial architecture. The cobbled streets and squares with centennial trees help bring us back in time, a time when Portuguese and Spanish fought each other: one trying to establish a stronghold this side of the Río de la Plata (Silver River), and the other trying to avoid a Lusitanian invasion in their territory. Visit some of the museums, such as the Portuguese Museum, the Spanish Museum and the Native Indian Museum. Needless to say the Santíssimo Sacramento Basilica, built in 1680 and considered the oldest church in Uruguay, should not be missed!
Most ferries from Buenos Aires to Colonia del Sacramento are run by Buquebus. It’s by far the most popular company doing the crossing. Take the fast service – 1 ¼ hours