Here are my favourite spots that you can´t miss when getting to "Punta del Este".
Gorlero Street:
Located in the heart of "Punta del Este", gorlero is the main street in th epeninsula and the place where the commercial activity concentrates and teenagers gather in the evenings. It has only ten blocks full of restaurants, bars, hotels, shops and entertainment. It's really tough to find a parking place at late hours. You'd better leave the car in any secondary street and walk to Gorlero. After the Plaza Artigas where the Feria is located, Gorlero becomes less crowded and easier to drive through.
"Punta del Este" downtown o La punta
The backbone of dowtown Punta del Este is the Gorlero Street. It is lined by tall buildings, restaurants, shops, video games arcades and ice cream stores. As you get deeper into the peninsula, Gorlero turns quieter and skycrapers turn into nice medium sized homes that were built in around the lighthouse when the town established in the early 20th century. Gorlero is where all the action is for youngsters at nights. They fill the streets in mobs chatting and wandering around for hours. The sidewalk that borders all the peninsula going through the marina is a must see. Runners and bikers enjoy this by the sea circuit every afternoon where you can enjoy incredible sunsets. Downtown is not my suggested part of Punta del Este to stay but certainly the most centric if you only come for a few days.
Jose Ignacio at "Punta del Este"
The best beach in my opinion is the Brava in Jose Ignacio, located about 35 kms east of PDE and a short drive from La Barra. The place and the people there are just incredible. It is somehow crowded during January so you'd better arrive before 1pm to park your car close to the only beach access it has. Have lunch at La Huella, just as the beach's entrance.
La Barra at "Punta del Este"
La Barra is a picturesque area, located 15 kms. from Punta del Este, with a more charming and sophisticated atmosphere. This is the place where younger people prefer to hang out. Full of life, with nice beaches, bars and restaurants, you'll spot cute girls and celebrities everywhere. Homes are colorfull and impressive, right over the ocean.
The hand Art piece at "Punta del Este"
The art of La Mano really catches your eye as you walk along the nice beaches of Punta Del Este. Its outstretched fingers point out to the skies and gives one the feeling of being in a place where people enjoy the experience and touch of their natural surroundings. This is a great place for a photo shot. As the area continues to develop, don't forget to visit this popular landmark.
Some interesting information: Sculpture name: La Mano Author: Mario Irrarazabal (Chile) Year placed in Punta Del Este: 1981
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