Casa Nacarello is a colonial house and museum that embodies the charming, antique setting of Colonia del Sacramento. See the 18th-century building that has survived for centuries to stand as an example of colonial architecture from the initial European settlement of Uruguay. After being restored several times, the museum showcases the house as it looked in the 1700s, informing visitors about how a colonial family may have lived in that era.
The structure is made from a mixture of mud, clay and stone. Notice its bright pink façade, antique gates and tiled roof. Its architecture is a simple Portuguese design. Appreciate the windows, wooden doors and original floor. Admire the antique objects that decorate the rooms of the house. See replicas of the furniture that would have been used by colonial families.
Stroll through the trees and bushes in the gardens at the front of the house. The charming cobblestone streets and cafés add to the vintage feel of the area. The museum’s kitchen is considered one of the main attractions as it shows how families prepared their meals. Learn about the uses of their collection of pots, pans and other cooking equipment. Find out about the culture of the house through informative plaques on the walls.
Museum entry requires a small fee, although it can be purchased as part of a package including several other city attractions. The house has been open to the public since 1994.
The Casa Nacarello is located on the southwestern tip of the city. It is about a 15 minute walk west of the Buquebus ferry stop in the port, where passengers arrive from nearby Buenos Aires, Argentina. The city’s main bus terminal is also within 0.6 miles (1 kilometre) of the site. Visit nearby attractions including the Portuguese Museum, the Street of Sighs and the Azulejo Museum.
