Arboretum Lussich

A century-old botanical garden on the Punta Ballena hillside, with hundreds of tree species from around the world and ocean-view trails.

Lussich Arboretum was started by Antonio Lussich in 1896 on barren dunes. It now covers about 190 hectares and has more than 400 species of trees and shrubs from five continents, making it an important forest reserve in Uruguay. The grounds have a loop road and trails, and high points offer views of the sea. Admission is free. It is open roughly from 10:00 to 18:00, and you need a car to get there.

Opening hours

About 10:00–18:00

Botanical garden · Forest · Trail

Nearby sights

Punta Ballena
Casapueblo
Maldonado Old Town
Isla Gorriti
Playa Mansa
Puerto de Punta del Este
Museo Ralli
Punta del Este Lighthouse

Places to eat nearby

Il Baretto
Moby Dick Pub
Lo de Tere
Leonardo Etxea
Rustic Resto-Bar