Guichón combines art in town with cultural and natural attractions in the wider area. Its layout is useful for planning your trip: an art walk takes you through the city, while other destinations are located in the municipality and surrounding area. This makes it easy to plan your stay around a clear focus.

Art and the history of local finds in Guichón

An urban interpretive walk takes you to more than 30 sculptures and murals by visual artist Juan Carlos Ualde, who is from Canelones. Along the way, you will encounter different forms of visual art: sculptural works and murals. At the entrance to town is “La Palma Sola,” a sculpture by Octavio Podestá. It was inaugurated in 2008 and is considered an iconic work by the people of Guichón. The walk and this sculpture offer different points of reference: a large number of works and a single piece with particular local significance.

Another way to learn about local finds is to visit private collectors in Guichón and talk with them. Visits can be arranged by appointment and offer insight into the stories and materials associated with local finds. Confirm current dates in advance. One specific find site is also part of local history: remains of Uruguaysuchus aznarezi were found on an estancia near the center of Guichón.

Cultural history in the Municipality of Guichón

Not all cultural attractions are located in the town itself. In 2022, the Ministry of Tourism reported that Estancia Buen Retiro–Castillo Morató, in the Municipality of Guichón, had been designated a National Historic Monument. Castillo Morató is an eclectic-style palace built between 1902 and 1904. Its architecture combines classical and late medieval Renaissance elements. Here, “eclectic” describes the combination of different styles. Its location in the municipality sets this destination apart geographically from the artworks in the town.

Thermal baths and nature nearby

The Termas de Almirón are located on Route 90 in the wider area around Guichón. They are considered Uruguay’s only thermal baths with natural salt water and are set in a natural environment. They offer a different focus from the art walk and architectural attractions. If you plan to visit the thermal baths, check current operating conditions in advance.

At the Montes de Queguay protected area, visitors can kayak and canoe, as well as explore several guided trails on foot. The visitor center is on Calzada Andrés Pérez, about 20 kilometers from Guichón. Access to private property within the protected area must be arranged with the owners. Include this arrangement in your plans.

Plan your stay around your interests

The area’s layout offers a practical guide: art is in Guichón, Castillo Morató is in the municipality, and the thermal baths and protected area are in the wider surroundings. If you are looking for a hotel for a trip to Guichón, first consider what you want your stay to focus on: art in town, architectural history in the municipality, or natural attractions nearby. You can then make your choice based on which of these different themes you would like to include.

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