San Carlos
Uruguay · Departamento de MaldonadoUY
City and municipality in Maldonado, Uruguay
San Carlos is a city in the Maldonado Department of southern Uruguay. "San Carlos" is also the name of the municipality to which the city belongs. The municipality includes the following zones: San Carlos, El Tesoro, La Barra, Edén Rock, El Chorro, Manantiales, Balneario Buenos Aires, Punta Piedras, Santa Mónica, San Vicente, El Edén, Paso de la Cantera, Las Cañas, Carapé, Mataojo, Guardia Vieja, Pago de la Paja, Partido Norte, Partido Oeste, Cañada Bellaca, Corte de la Leña, Punta del Campanera, Puntas de Mataojo, and Laguna José Ignacio.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 30,293
- Coordinates
- -34.791, -54.918
- Timezone
- America/Montevideo
- Elevation
- 24 m
Overview of San Carlos
Located in Departamento de Maldonado, Uruguay, San Carlos is best described as a compact town. The headcount is close to 30,293. Sitting in the southern hemisphere, its seasons follow that pattern. A useful hint when you budget your days. Travel interests covered here include nature, culture and sports.
Things to do in San Carlos
Nature in San Carlos
(14)Our data lists Beaches, Caves, Forest, Gardens and Islands as nature options here. The full list runs to 14 activities. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for San Carlos.
Culture in San Carlos
(11)Culture lovers get Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Bridges, Castles and Cathedrals. All of it is drawn from San Carlos's recorded activities. 11 entries sit in this category, enough to fill more than a day.
Sports in San Carlos
(9)Sports in San Carlos covers Biking, Golf, Hiking, Hiking Trails and Running. The full list runs to 9 activities. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for San Carlos.
Water Sports in San Carlos
(7)San Carlos records Canoeing, Kayaking, Rafting, Swimming and Water Skiing under water sports. Everything listed here comes from what San Carlos is actually tagged with. 7 entries sit in this category, enough to fill more than a day.
Adventure in San Carlos
(4)On the adventure side, San Carlos offers Adventure Parks, Boat Rides, Climbing and Off Road Trails. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for San Carlos. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Nightlife in San Carlos
(3)The nightlife shortlist for San Carlos: Clubs, Disco and Events. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for San Carlos. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Wellness in San Carlos
(3)Under wellness, San Carlos is tagged with Farms, Ranches and Wellness. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for San Carlos.
Family in San Carlos
(2)On the family side, San Carlos offers Playgrounds and Zoo. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for San Carlos. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Best time to visit San Carlos
Off-peak visits still work, thanks to culture and food. For anything on snow, June to August is the season. For trails and green space, October to November and March to April is the sweet spot. Coast and water plans belong in December to March.
Getting there & around
Reaching San Carlos is easiest with a car once you are in Departamento de Maldonado. San Carlos runs on America/Montevideo time.
Similar destinations
Places near San Carlos that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is San Carlos known for?
- In Departamento de Maldonado, Uruguay, San Carlos stands out for nature, culture and sports. That mix defines the typical visit to this 30,293-strong destination.
- What can you do in San Carlos?
- Options in San Carlos run to Beaches, Caves, Forest, Gardens and Islands — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit San Carlos?
- Off-peak visits still work, thanks to culture and food. For anything on snow, June to August is the season. For trails and green space, October to November and March to April is the sweet spot. Coast and water plans belong in December to March.
- Where is San Carlos located?
- You will find San Carlos in Departamento de Maldonado, Uruguay. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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