Meet your guide In front of restaurant Parador Los Dedos, Parada 1,, Punta del Este, Departamento de Maldonado, Uruguay. Please do not enter the restaurant, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.

Start at the striking Monumento al Ahogado, known as "The Hand," an iconic sculpture by Mario Irarrázabal, rising from Brava Beach.

Stroll down Avenida Juan Gorlero, the city’s main thoroughfare, and hear how this once-sleepy fishing village became a glamorous resort.

At Plaza General Artigas, admire artisan crafts and soak in the local culture before heading to the historic Faro de Punta del Este lighthouse, a beacon guiding sailors since 1860.

Conclude at the blue-and-white Iglesia Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria, a symbol of faith and maritime heritage, with stunning ocean views as the perfect finale.

Walk through elegant residential neighborhoods and learn about the Spanish explorers, Italian and British immigrants who shaped the city’s identity. See the Great Britain Square and admire breathtaking views from the southernmost point of the peninsula, where the Atlantic Ocean meets Río de la Plata.