José Ignacio
in Uruguay

José Ignacio has fast become the shining jewel amongst the rocky Uruguayan peninsula. It preserves its quaint, cosy, fishing village appeal, whilst also being a complete and utter paradise for art buffs and foodies. There is good reason why this little spot has been labelled Uruguay's riviera. 


how long to go for

a week, a long weekend, a weekend

when to go

October, November, December, January, February, March

holidays

Epiphany, Candlemas, Carnaval, Holy Week, Natalicio de Artigas, Independence Day, All Saints' Day

how to get there

Fly into Carrasco International Airport (MVD), or Punta Del Este (PDP) and then take the car or bus

how to get around

on foot, by bike, by car

nice to know

For the art buffs out there, James Turrell's first freestanding Skyspace in South America is in this region. Ta Khut is a wonder to behold, and well worth a visit!

local language

Spanish

currency

Uruguayan Peso

in an emergency

call 911, 105
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