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Best Things to Do in Punta del Este for First-Time Visitors

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Aerial view of the circular Laguna Garzón Bridge crossing the lagoon in Uruguay.

Laguna Garzon Day Trip From Punta del Este

August 18, 2026

Plan a Laguna Garzón day trip from Punta del Este with driving directions, bridge access, protected-area rules, activities and practical…
Casapueblo’s white sculptural architecture at Punta Ballena near Punta del Este

Best Day Trips From Punta del Este

August 18, 2026

Plan the best day trips from Punta del Este, from Casapueblo’s sunset ceremony and Piriápolis’ promenade to José Ignacio, Laguna…
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Five Course Tasting Menu
★ 4.7 (22 reviews)

Five Course Tasting Menu

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Our vineyards sit on Pueblo Eden’s rocky mountains slopes. The mineral character of our soils and it’s oceanic i...

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Premium Tasting Viña Edén
★ 4.6 (28 reviews)

Premium Tasting Viña Edén

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Our vineyards sit on Pueblo Eden’s rocky mountains slopes. The mineral character of our soils and it’s oceanic i...

from$1,792,743,467View tour
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