José Ignacio
A stylish fishing village on the peninsula with a lighthouse, white-sand beaches and seafood restaurants run by star chefs, a low-key getaway for South America's elite.
José Ignacio lies about 40 km east of Punta del Este. It was once a small fishing village and is now one of South America's most fashionable seaside towns. Its streets are unpaved, and the houses are low and elegant. You can climb the lighthouse built in 1877 (seasonal opening) for views over the beaches on either side, and at dusk you can eat grilled seafood at restaurants by the shore, such as La Huella, while watching the sunset. Restaurants require reservations in peak season and are expensive.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Laguna Garzón Bridge
- Fundación Pablo Atchugarry & MACA
- La Barra
- Puente Leonel Viera (La Barra Bridge)
- Bodega Garzón
- Museo Ralli
- Isla de Lobos
- Playa Brava