Punta del Este shore excursion: Private tour with Casapueblo

Four hours hitting the Hand, Casapueblo, and the coast without rushing

A private 4-hour shore excursion in Punta del Este with a professional guide covers the Hand sculpture, Casapueblo (the artist's house-museum), Punta Ballena's scenic overlook, Mansa and Brava beaches, and Gorlero Avenue for browsing. Port pickup and drop-off are included. The guide speaks English, Spanish or Portuguese.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Hand of Punta del Este20m
2. Gorlero Avenue20m
3. Mansa Beach15m
4. Port of Punta del Este10m
5. El Jaguel Park10m

Private sightseeing tour of Punta del Este

• Drive with views from Punta Ballena
• Visit Casapueblo museum and gallery
• See Hand of Punta del Este sculpture
• Walk along Playa Brava seaport
• Stroll Gorlero Avenue shops
• Visit Mansa Beach
• View small port of Punta del Este
• Stop at El Jaguel Park

The experience

How much of Punta del Este can you actually see between ship calls? This tour fits the main sights into four hours by skipping the planning. The guide meets you at the port and drives the route, so you move through the highlights without backtracking. You'll start at the Hand of Punta del Este, the iconic sculpture that anchors every postcard, then head to Punta Ballena for the sweeping coastal views before dropping into the town itself.

The route takes in Mansa Beach (the calm side of the peninsula), Brava Beach with its yachts and sailboats, and the Port of Punta del Este itself. Casapueblo, the former summer house of Uruguayan artist Carlos Páez Vilaró, sits on the itinerary as an optional stop. It's now a house-sculpture that holds a museum and art gallery, so whether you step inside depends on your pace and interest. You'll also pass the famous bridge at La Barra and El Jaguel Park. The tour ends with free time on Gorlero Avenue, the main shopping street, so you can browse the local shops at your own speed before heading back to the ship.

A private guide means the pace stays yours, and the language is your choice: English, Spanish or Portuguese. Port pickup and drop-off are built in, so you don't hunt for transport or negotiate timing with a driver.

What’s included

• Professional guide in your choice of English, Spanish or Portuguese.
• port pickup and drop-off.
• access to all stops on the route.

Options for this experience

2 options

Private Tour -Up to 30 per booking · Guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese · 8 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 16:00Van or minivan, pickup is included

Private TourUp to 3 per booking · Guide in English, Spanish or Portuguese · 8 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 16:00Car, includes pickup

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day8 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 16:00

Book up to1d before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Portuguese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 15 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 72 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effort

Operated by Top Private Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if your port stop allows four hours and you prefer a private guide who drives the route while you focus on the views. You'll move at your own pace through downtown, the seaport, and shopping streets.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 72 h before the start.

What is the Hand of Punta del Este?

The Hand is the iconic sculpture rising from the beach at Punta del Este. It's the most recognizable image of the resort town and a standard photo stop on the tour.

Can I visit inside Casapueblo, or do we just drive past?

Casapueblo appears on the itinerary as an optional stop, so whether you enter the house-museum depends on your time and interest. Your guide can help you decide on the day.

How much free time do I get to shop on Gorlero Avenue?

The tour ends with free time on Gorlero Avenue, the main shopping street, though the exact length depends on how the rest of the four hours unfolds and your ship's departure window.

Does the tour include lunch or drinks?

Food and drinks are not included. The tour is sightseeing and browsing time, so you'll want to eat before or after depending on your ship's schedule.