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Carmelo

Carmelo is a city located in the department of Colonia of western Uruguay, noted for its wineries.

Type City

Why go

  • City in Colonia, Uruguay.
  • Served by Isla Martin Garcia Airport.

History

Carmelo is a city located in the department of Colonia of western Uruguay, noted for its wineries.

Airports

Zagarzazú International Airport 3.6 km to the centre
Carmelo, CO, UY
Outdoor
Isla Martin Garcia Airport 23 km to the centre
Isla Martin Garcia, B, AR
Outdoor
La Arcadia Airport 31 km to the centre
Puerto de Conchillas, CO, UY
Outdoor

Getting there by ferry

Estación Fluvial Carmelo
Ferry terminal · 3.2 km from the centre
Outdoor
Tigre - Carmelo
Ferry route · Líneas Delta Argentino S.R.L.
Outdoor

Where things are

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Photographs

Carmelo
Carmelo
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When to go

Tourist season
October – March

The warmer, longer-day half of the southern-hemisphere year.

Shoulder season
April – May, September

Milder and quieter, with better value.

Worth avoiding
June – August

The southern winter — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Isla Martin Garcia Airport; 2 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 1 ferry terminal within 20 km (nearest: Estación Fluvial Carmelo, 3.2 km); routes include Tigre - Carmelo.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Carmelo. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.