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The old bullfighting ring

Plaza de Toros

Outside of the city is Uruguay's only bullfighting ring that is almost "unused". It was finished in 1910 with room for 8,000 spectators, but bullfighting was banned by law in the country two years later. The ring is now abandoned to total disrepair and fenced off for visitors' safety.

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Armando Calcaterra Paleontological Museum
Museo Paleontológico Armando Cancaterra
Fossils, including a glyptodon, and other paleontological and archeological discoveries on display.
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"Colonia" sign
Like Montevideo, Colonia has a sign by the water displaying the city's name in big white letters, though this one is newer (installed in 2017) and less well known. A popular spot for taking pictures.
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El Abuelo
Rotisería & Pastelería
Small shop selling slices of more than 40 types of pies, savory and sweet. Generous portions, especially of the sweet pies. Menu in Spanish and English, good vegetarian options. Takeout or delivery only.
Tue–Sat 09:00–15:00, 19:00–21:30Around U$100 for a slice
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Dock
Muelle
Built in 1866 as the city's port, before the new port was built on the other side of the peninsula. Relax on the water and see the yachts and views of the northern part of the city.
08:00–01:00