Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
BUSES FROM CONCEPCIÓN
DESTINATION
COST (AR$)
DURATION (HR)
Buenos Aires
160
4
Colón
14
¾
Concordia
46
2½
Gualeguaychú
22
1
Paraná
86
5
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Colón
03447 / POP 24,800
The most appealing destination for riverside relaxation in Entre Ríos, Colón is a very
popular summer getaway for Argentine holidaymakers. Its population almost doubles in
January, but the pretty town takes it all in its stride. With numerous places to stay, a thriv-
ing handicrafts scene and worthwhile, out-of-the-ordinary restaurants, it's a great place to
be. It's also a base for visiting the Parque Nacional El Palmar.
One of three main Entre Ríos border crossings, Colón is connected to the Uruguayan
city of Paysandú by the Puente Internacional General Artigas. The center of the action is
Plaza San Martín, a block back from the river, and the street 12 de Abril running up to it.
Sights & Activities
Strolling around the riverbank and quiet leafy streets is the highlight here. There are nu-
merous
artesanía
shops selling everything from
mate
gourds to pickled coypu Colón has
a thermal spa (see the boxed text,
Click here
).
Tours
Ita i Cora Aventura
BOAT TOUR
( 423360;
www.itaicora.com
;
San Martín 97; 2hr tour AR$190)
The best option for getting out
on the river. Its standard tour is a charismatic two-hour affair taking in sand flats and a
forest trail in the middle of the Río Uruguay. Excellent English spoken.
