Uruguay road trip map
33 places from Colonia to Punta del Diablo, organized into 3 regions, with the towns to refuel in and the border crossings. On your phone with no signal, and in a mini guide to plan with.
- Instant download
- Works offline
- Free updates
Explore Uruguay by region
Pick a region and tap a large dot to see that must-see.
Montevideo and Colonia
The capital, Colonia del Sacramento and the Río de la Plata coast.
- 3 culture and history
- 2 food and markets
- 2 base towns
- 1 parks and nature
- 1 beaches, coasts and islands
Some places in this region
- Calle de los SuspirosIconic cobblestone street in Colonia del Sacramento, known for its colonial houses and its atmosphere full of history and romance.
- Ciudad Vieja de MontevideoMontevideo's old town, with the Citadel gate, the Sarandí pedestrian street and Art Deco buildings.
- Colonia Craft MarketPicturesque market selling local handicrafts, traditional products and handmade souvenirs.
- Mercado del PuertoOld iron market from 1868 full of grill restaurants, in Montevideo's Ciudad Vieja.
Plus 5 more places in this region, each with its number on the mini guide map.
Atlantic coast and eastern hills
Punta del Este, Cabo Polonio, Punta del Diablo and the hills of Minas.
- 5 parks and nature
- 5 towns and cities
- 3 lakes, rivers and waterfalls
- 2 mountains, volcanoes and glaciers
- 2 culture and history
- 2 base towns
Must-sees in this region
- Santa Teresa National ParkCoastal park with beaches, forest and a historic fort.
- Isla de LobosSmall island known for its large sea lion colony.
- Cabo PolonioIsolated coastal village, known for its lighthouse and sea lion colony.
- Punta del DiabloFishing village and popular beach destination.
- CasapuebloWhite house-museum and hotel by artist Carlos Páez Vilaró above the sea in Punta Ballena. Known for its sunsets.
Plus 17 more places in this region, each with its number on the mini guide map.
Interior and hot springs
The hot springs along the Uruguay River, the Lunarejo Valley and Quebrada de los Cuervos.
- 3 hot springs
- 3 base towns
- 2 parks and nature
- 1 towns and cities
Must-sees in this region
- Quebrada de los Cuervos and Sierras del Yerbal Protected LandscapePark with trails and ravines, home to various species.
- Termas del ArapeyPopular hot springs with facilities for relaxation and tourism.
Plus 7 more places in this region, each with its number on the mini guide map.
Must-seeOther place
What's on the map
40 places in 10 categories, each one a layer in your maps app.
- Parks and nature8
- Base towns7
- Towns and cities6
- Culture and history5
- Food and markets3
- Lakes, rivers and waterfalls3
- Hot springs3
- Beaches, coasts and islands2
- Mountains, volcanoes and glaciers2
- Deserts and salt flats1
Inside the mini guide
10 pages with a map for each region, for your phone or to print.
A map for each region, with every place numbered
- The number is the same on the map, in the list and in the phone file.
- Where many places are close together, a separate detail map.
- The coordinates open the place in Google Maps from the PDF.
The must-sees, on cards
- What we wouldn't skip in Uruguay, ordered by region.
- Each card has a small map showing where it is in its region.
The practical side of getting around
- 7 towns to refuel, shop and find a mechanic.
- 7 border crossings with their location.
What you get
A ZIP with the map for your phone and the mini guide, ready to use offline.
- The map on your phoneAll 40 places in KML and GPX, each with its number, category and description. Works with Organic Maps and OsmAnd (offline) and with Google Maps through My Maps.KMLGPX
- 10-page mini guideA map for each region with numbered places, the must-sees on cards, ready to print.PDF
- Practical info for the tripBase towns and border crossings, on the same map.KMLPDF
- UpdatesWhen we fix or add places, you get the new version at no extra cost.
From our trip through Uruguay
We put this map together while traveling through Uruguay in our van, with the places we thought were worth it.
How it works
No accounts, no subscriptions.
Buy the map
Secure card payment. You'll get an email with the download link.
Load it on your phone
Open it with Organic Maps or Google Maps. The ZIP and the mini guide include instructions for each app.
Use it with no signal
Find each place by number, region or category. Use the mini guide to plan your route or print it.
Frequently asked questions
Which apps does it work with?
With Organic Maps and OsmAnd, on iPhone and Android and offline; with Gaia GPS or Locus Map; and with Google Maps, by importing the KML into Google My Maps from a computer.
Does it work with Apple Maps?
No. Apple Maps does not let you import KML or GPX files. On iPhone you can use Organic Maps, which is free and works offline, or Google Maps with My Maps.
Does it work without internet?
Yes, with Organic Maps or OsmAnd: the places are stored on your phone and you download the country map in the app. In Google Maps, maps imported with My Maps need a connection.
Have you been to every place?
No. It is our selection of places worth visiting, organized by region and described.
Where do the gas stations and border crossings come from?
The isolated gas stations come from open data, with the date they were checked. The crossings are the main ones for crossing in a vehicle, reviewed one by one, and they are on the map with the other places; the gas stations are in the mini guide. They can change: check hours and requirements before crossing.
Can I print it?
Yes, the mini guide is designed to be printed on A4, with one map per region.
How do I get updates?
We'll let you know by email and you download the new version from the same link, at no extra cost.
Are there maps of other countries?
Yes. There are maps for 10 South American countries, one by one or in a pack with all of them.
Uruguay in your pocket
Everything we saved about Uruguay, organized so you don't have to.
- 33 places in 3 regions, with 7 must-sees
- KML and GPX files for your phone
- 10-page mini guide with maps by region
- Practical info: 7 base towns and 7 border crossings
- Free updates
